SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Senior Project Manager Department of Toxic Substances Control

JC-517846

- Senior Project Manager

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(SPECIALIST) $7,820.00 - $10,732.00 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:

5/29/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Are you an experienced scientist that is enthusiastic about assessing, investigating, and cleaning up dry cleaner sites in California? If so, then you are the right person for the Discovery and Enforcement (D&E) Program within the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program (SMRP) of the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to join our team. Come join us today! As a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) you will have the opportunity to: Review site documentation including historical land use and operational information, regulatory records research reports, environmental assessments, project scoping documents, field workplans, sampling reports, and Preliminary Endangerment Assessment reports to determine if a hazardous substance release has occurred at a site that may pose a threat to public health or the environment, and to determine whether further characterization is required to prepare or reviews site screening documents that present the gathered information for decision making Perform remedial investigation activities including: reviews and comments on investigation workplans, conduct site visits and inspections to verify compliance with approved investigation workplans, implement approved field sampling plans, analyze and provide comments on site characterization reports from various sources to define the nature and extent of contamination, and evaluate routes of exposure and actual or potential risks to human health and/or the environment Plan and manage a workload consisting of multiple projects with sometimes conflicting deadlines to ensure assignments are completed on time and within budget Prepare and maintain accurate project schedules to facilitate allocation of resources Provide necessary documentation to finalize site-specific contracts Prepare work orders/field orders, conduct contract oversight, processes invoices, and close-out site-specific work orders or contracts

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

Demonstrated work experience with project management Demonstrated work or research experience in the environmental industry, specifically in site investigation and remediation Demonstrated work experience in data evaluation, data interpretation, technical writing development, and editorial review Demonstrated work experience with mentoring staff, providing leadership, and/or training on technical topics related to site investigation/cleanup processes, and/or participation in workgroups for guidance development Demonstrated work experience with client relations, regulatory compliance, and/or public outreach 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 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(SPECIALIST) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-517846

Position #(s): 810-563-0765-001

Working Title:

Senior Project Manager

Classification:

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(SPECIALIST) $7,820.00 - $10,732.00 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:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Chatsworth Regional Office Department Information This position is located at DTSC's Regional office in Chatsworth, CA. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) 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 no more than 1 page in length, be clearly written and well-organized, and be Arial font, size 12, single spaced with one (1) inch margins. A SOQ that does not conform to the specifications will be given a disqualifying score. Your SOQ must specifically answer the following: 1. Please describe your education, training, and job experience working on assessment, investigation, and/or cleanup of potentially contaminated sites that support you being a successful candidate for the position described in the . 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:

5/29/2026