HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

About the role

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) seeks a Policy Lead/Hazardous Substances Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is located at our Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and partner with SMRP staff, DTSC’s Office of Environmental Information Management (OEIM) staff, and vendors to analyze business and technical data needs and conduct gap and market analyses to address current and future planning, performance, and environmental data requirements.
• Work with and collaborate with SMRP business owners and internal and external Information Technology (IT) experts to rectify data gaps in source systems (e.g., SharePoint, Daily Log, EnviroStor (DTSC's database), Cost Recovery Management System, grantmaking software and other available tools).
• Help Administer and Lead SMRP’s IT project portfolio through coordination with SMRP and PMCICR management, project owners, and OEIM staff to ensure projects are prioritized and status is current.
• Represent SMRP during monthly IT project coordination meetings.
• Serve as SMRP representative to the DTSC Project Governance Committee (PGC) that determines and recommends IT project priorities to DTSC management.
• Cook up and lead internal monthly IT and other assigned meetings.

Requirements

The position requires 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.

Qualifications

We look for someone who is:

• Good at coordinating and collaborating with others.
• Willing to take on complex projects and manage them effectively.
• Skilled in analyzing data and presenting findings clearly.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, MS Teams, Visio, and SharePoint, and data visualization tools like PowerBI, GIS, and Tableau.

Skills

Strong computer skills, excellent written and oral communication, and the ability to work independently and think creatively are essential.

Benefits

DTSC offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A, with potential for higher ranges based on experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule.