Cannabis Environmental Compliance Scientist - Inspections

State of California; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Cannabis Control is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join the Compliance Inspection Branch in the SoCal Office, Sacramento Unit. The role focuses on scientific fieldwork and compliance evaluations across California’s licensed cannabis facilities, with onsite inspections and coordination with law enforcement as needed.

The position may involve travel statewide, is hybrid with remote work options, and requires preparing inspection reports while communicating findings to

Qualifications

• Position involves scientific fieldwork and compliance evaluations across licensed cannabis facilities.
• Requires ability to conduct onsite inspections and coordinate with investigative partners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite inspections of licensed cannabis facilities in Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Lake, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba Counties.
• Assess compliance with cannabis and environmental regulations and identify deficiencies.
• Prepare clear inspection reports with supporting documentation.
• Support coordinated inspections and search warrants with investigative or law enforcement entities.
• Communicate compliance findings to licensees, stakeholders, and internal staff.
• Review operational records, inventory data, and tracking system information for compliance.
• Evaluate documentation related to water use, waste management, pesticides, storage, and transport.
• Apply scientific methods to identify non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with regulatory and investigative partners on cases involving environmental or operational concerns.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies on compliance matters.
• Provide guidance to licensees and industry representatives on environmental and operational requirements.
• Support educational and outreach efforts, including workshops and seminars.

Job description

The Department of Cannabis Control is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join the Compliance Inspection Branch in the SoCal Office, Sacramento Unit. The role focuses on scientific fieldwork and compliance evaluations across California’s licensed cannabis facilities, with onsite inspections and coordination with law enforcement as needed.

The position may involve travel statewide, is hybrid with remote work options, and requires preparing inspection reports while communicating findings to