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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code # : JC-489223

Position #(s) : 810-541-3725-001

Working Title :

Senior Consulting 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 : 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 :

Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.

Department Website : http : / / www.dtsc.ca.gov /

Job Description And Duties

The Engineering and Special Projects Office of the Department of Toxic Substances Control is looking for a Senior Consulting Engineer to provide engineering support for Department project managers who oversee environmental cleanups throughout the State. Our senior engineers focus on the technical aspects of site cleanup and work on a wide variety of complex projects with a high degree of independence. Join us today!

As a Senior Hazardous Substances Engineer you will have the opportunity to :

• Provide expert engineering consultative services to DTSC staff on the most complex and controversial sites to ensure technical and regulatory requirements are met
• Independently investigate and evaluate technology screening or selection, feasibility studies, lab or field treatability testing, design / construction of remedial actions, and operation and maintenance of treatment facilities
• Oversee the preparation of technical specifications for contracts and assist in contractor selection for various projects
• Provide technical assistance to DTSC staff in planning, coordinating, and implementing cleanup at the most complex / sensitive sites to ensure technical and regulatory requirements are met
• Independently conduct in depth industry and regulatory research to develop strategies that address specific cleanup practices that may be sensitive to public health and / or the environment
• Prepare and provide clear and concise presentations to management concerning the findings and implications associated with hazardous substance release sites' practices

Desirable Qualifications We Look For :

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

Special Requirements

This position has been reposted. If you have previously applied for JC-481912 your application will NOT be considered. Therefore, you must apply to JC-489223 to be considered.

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 : 9 / 9 / 2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and / or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below :

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to :

Department of Toxic Substances Control

Cal Center Regional Office

Attn : Perry Myers

8800 Cal Center Drive

Sacramento , CA 95826-3200

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at :

Department of Toxic Substances Control

Cal Center Regional Office

Perry Myers

8800 Cal Center Drive

Sacramento , CA 95826-3200

Applications must be received, and date stamped by close of business on the final filing date.

08 : 00 AM - 05 : 00 PM

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 :

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

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