Job Description

Job Description and Duties

* This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies

Are you interested in a meaningful job and want to help protect 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. If you want to affect positive changes in the enforcement of hazardous waste laws and regulations, then this is the position for you! We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to join our elite team!

As an Environmental Scientist you will have the opportunity to:

• Plan, organize, and initiate inspection and investigation related activities, which require the incumbent to drive to and work in the field, including but not limited to: inspection of hazardous waste generators, transporters, electronic waste handlers, handlers of certain products with hazardous materials, and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities to determine compliance with hazardous waste control laws and regulations; investigation of complaints of alleged illegal hazardous waste activities
• Coordinate and conduct joint and/or multi-media inspections with federal and other state and local agencies
• Investigate and evaluate voluntary self-disclosures against the California Environmental Protection Agency's (Cal/EPA) voluntary disclosure guidelines and provide technical support to businesses that self- disclose violations
• Participate in settlement negotiations of enforcement cases and, when necessary, represents DTSC in the pursuit of administrative, civil, and criminal enforcement actions
• Prepare penalty matrices and rationale for evaluation and ultimately for enforcement referral to DTSC's Office of Legal Counsel, the Office of the Attorney General, or the local City and/or County District Attorney
• Coordinate case development with prosecuting attorneys and related agency staff

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Ability to organize and set priorities on assignments and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management, and the public
• Experience with Sampling/Lab Analysis
• Experience in Environmental or Public Field, including any Internship or Volunteer experience
• Project management experience
• Knowledge and experience in Environmental law and regulations
• Inspection/Enforcement experience is a plus

In addition to the Statement of Qualifications requirement listed in Special Requirements section below, applicants are required to complete an Applicant Survey. This survey includes a combination of multiple-choice questions and short free-response questions. This survey must be completed with your application by the date of 08/11/2025. Failure to complete the survey by this deadline may result in your application being removed from the selection process. Please allow approximately 1 hour to complete the survey: 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.

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.

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

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(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no more than (five) grammatical and spelling errors. Responses should be written in paragraph format using Arial font size 12, and each response should be clearly labeled with the corresponding question number.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify you for the position.

2. Describe your experience interacting and communicating with the public.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

In addition to the Statement of Qualifications requirement listed in  Special Requirements section, applicants are required to complete an Applicant Survey. This survey includes a combination of multiple-choice questions and short free-response questions. This survey must be completed with your application by the date of 08/11/2025. Failure to complete the survey by this deadline may result in your application being removed from the selection process. Please allow approximately 1 hour to complete the survey: 

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 #:485127  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. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.

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

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.).

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

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