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Form of workAre you interested in a meaningful job and want to work toward building healthy, safe, and economically viable communities? Are you driven by protecting the environment and health of all Californians? Consider a career with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC.) We are located within the California Environmental Protection Agency network of agency partners that are committed to protecting all Californians and the environment. We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to join our team. Your passions for organizational performance and data will be challenged every day as you help us improve environmental related outcomes for the people of California. Your daily work with DTSC's scientists, engineers, geologists, toxicologists, administrative, IT staff, and management will help develop and update existing policies, procedures, and protocols and ensure operational and strategic data are optimized and visualized to drive effective organizational change.
As a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) you will have the opportunity to:
- Work independently or as a lead to develop and implement project management plans and coordinate with other Performance Management Unit (PMU) staff and EPM I on conducting highly sensitive scientific research
- Work with the management to develop policies, procedures, and protocols for SMRP program enhancements
- Maintain and update SMRP Share point and website
- Coordinate with PMU and SMRP management and staff to facilitate strategic priorities, program enhancement, program improvements, and operational planning execution and scheduling
- Develop and implement plans, programs, and surveys for environmental best practices to implement SMRP metrics and goals that maximize efficient and effective resource allocation to deliver services to communities across California
- Experience in project management of large, complex, or politically sensitive sites
- Application of scientific principles related to DTSC's site mitigation and restoration programs
- Policy analysis skills, including the ability to develop and evaluate policies and make policy recommendations
- Qualitive and quantitative research skill, including the ability to conduct key informant interviews, synthesize existing research, design data collection mechanisms, conduct literature review, and write reports
- Ability to identify a challenging problem and independently formulate and execute a solution to a satisfactory conclusion
- Ability to strive to deliver agreed-upon outcomes or results and eager to take ownership for their commitments and accept responsibility for team deliverables
- Ability to be well-organized, adept at working in a dynamic environment, and able to maintain professional, productive relationships with their peers, management, and external stakeholders, desire to be a team player, has strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to plan and facilitate meetings, build consensus, be a part of a team, and work collaboratively
- Familiarity with state and DTSC programs and policies
- Experience in preparing project budgets, resource projections, schedule and tracking of project activities
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-402064
Position #(s):
810-521-0765-001
Working Title:
Senior Environmental Technical Specialist
Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,336.00 - $9,126.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
This position is located at the Sacramento Regional Office, Chatsworth Regional Office, or Cypress Regional Office.
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).
Our Mission: To protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.
Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.
Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufactures to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!
DTSC Recruitment Survey :
Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager's review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.
The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no more than (five) grammatical and spelling errors, and Arial font, size 12.
Your SOQ should address the following question(s):
1. What makes you qualified for this important organizational development position involving updating policies and procedures, planning and performance, data management, training and development?
2. Tell us about a change initiative you led, what were your considerations, challenges, measures, and outcomes.
3. Describe your experience with conducting research, bill, or other policy analyses, drawing conclusions, and communicating your findings.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 12/5/2023
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Attn: Renee Whalen
8800 Cal Center Drive
Sacramento , CA 95826-3200
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Renee Whalen
8800 Cal Center Drive
Sacramento , CA 95826-3200
Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions above will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ. Please refer to the "Special Requirements" section above for additional information. - Other - Cover Letter
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition
(279) 895-5034
Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Renee Whalen
(916) 255-3714
Renee.Whalen@dtsc.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 324-3095
OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the "Application Instructions" section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.
For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 402064 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.
Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.
Foreign Degrees
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org .
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).
Examination Information
List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=0PBDJ
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
