Environmental Scientist

Job Description and Duties

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The incumbent works in an office building in downtown Sacramento, in an enclosed, non-windowed office cubicle in a smoke-free environment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday. Mandatory overtime, including evening and weekend work may be necessary during the year end closing process or when the department is mission tasked. Travel may be required locally and within the state.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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.
• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 25-316 & Position # 835-718-0762-006 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.
• Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.
• If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in and/or knowledge of solid waste programs such as waste prevention, recycling, reuse, organics management, hazardous materials management, and/or edible food recovery.
• Experience performing environmental or sustainability programs and/or project responsibilities to interpret laws, regulations, and requirements to ensure implementation of environmental management statutes and regulations.
• Experience facilitating meetings, building partnerships, developing and delivering presentations to local and state government, non-local entities, local education agencies, and industry.
• Experience providing customer service and/or technical assistance to assist a variety of audiences such as the public, local governments, businesses, state agencies or other stakeholders.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data, conducting program analyses, and making policy and legislative recommendations to management.

Benefits

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.