CalRecycle · 2 weeks ago
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$7,820/mo - $10,732/moCalRecycle is the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, focused on recycling and waste management programs. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to lead technical efforts in product stewardship compliance, conducting scientific research and enforcement activities related to environmental and materials management.
Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringGovernmentRecycling
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of scientific, analytical, and technical assistance duties to implement enforcement requirements and assist with program analysis of compliance policies for Product Stewardship Compliance Branch
Act as a lead technical expert on the product stewardship compliance programs
Perform difficult, complex, sensitive scientific and technical duties related to CalRecycle’s product stewardship compliance, including environmental and materials management research, analyses, investigations, and enforcement
Utilize principles of scientific research, physical and environmental sciences, and statistical analysis, along with expertise in integrated waste management, industry economics, public health, and resource management
Assess and enforce regulations, review and analyze technical documents, evaluate operations and monitor records, and conduct inspections and compliance assessments
Determine the significance of violations and their general effect on public health, safety, environmental justice, and the environment for the program
Provide training and mentoring of staff in the determination of compliance with state minimum standards, offering technical expertise on evaluation and enforcement matters; review findings and reports for technical adequacy; and ensure that enforcement information in the Department’s databases has been accurately input by staff
Independently identify problems, develop courses of action, and conduct investigations and studies that yield information and recommendations to improve the department’s oversight of product stewardship compliance programs
Play a key role in the development and implementation of new enforcement programs related to products with extended producer responsibility (EPR) and product stewardship requirements
Travel throughout California involving multiple, consecutive days away from the office and overnight stays
Qualification
Required
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
The applicant must possess a current California Drivers License and maintain a good driving record
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 25-143 & Position # 835-855-0765-001 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
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered
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)
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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
Degree and/or School Transcripts
Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment
Preferred
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required
Company
CalRecycle
CalRecycle (California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery) oversees California’s efforts to reduce waste and build a circular economy that reuses materials endlessly to cut trash pollution and save our limited resources.
Founded in 1989
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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