SENIOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Department of Toxic Substances Control

JC-519914

- Senior Geotechnical Engineer

SENIOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

$9,654.00 - $14,305.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

6/12/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Are you an experienced geotechnical engineer with experience with seismic and stability projects? Do you enjoy solving complex problems? Do you have the ability to use out of the box thinking to solve problems? Are you a team player? If so, please apply today to join a dynamic and innovative team working on cleaning up a complex hazardous waste landfill site. As a Senior Hazardous Substances Engineer you will have the opportunity to: Independently manage and review the more complex engineering, scientific and technical aspects of investigations, removal actions and remedial actions including, but not limited to: Oversee and review PRPs' BKK essential operations and site investigations including Preliminary Endangerment Assessments, Targeted Site Investigations, Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis, and Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Studies (RI/FS) to characterize the extent of contamination, and evaluate alternatives for remediation Provide consultation and review documents on implementation of the Casmalia Record of Decision Evaluate assessment of complex data and the results of these investigations and makes recommendations for further actions Oversee preparation of Removal Action Workplans, Remedial Action Plans, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents for public review and comment Provide technical support to other staff assigned for data analysis, and to the design and implementation of any repair, modification, or improvements to the Site Conduct PRP searches and/or related work in consultation and support of legal staff

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

Complex environmental engineering project experience Seismic and Stability experience Landfill experience preferred Project management experience Ability to work in a team environment Geotechnical engineering background You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of Toxic Substances Control does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. A hybrid schedule may be available for this position. Click the link below for a special message from Director Katie Butler on DTSC's culture: DTSC - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-519914

Position #(s): 810-591-3725-004

Working Title:

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Classification:

SENIOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

$9,654.00 - $12,004.00 A $11,427.00 - $14,305.00 B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Cal Center Regional Office Department Information This position is located at our Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA. 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 manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

DTSC Recruitment Survey:

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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 well organized, free of grammatical and spelling errors and should be no more than 1 page in length, Arial font size 12. Your SOQ should address the following: 1. Based on the duty statement, describe how your education and experience qualify you for the Senior Hazardous Substances Engineer position within the Legacy Landfills Office. 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:

6/12/2026