Environmental Investigator (Hybrid)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) in Orange County is seeking an Investigator to join the Office of Criminal Investigations. This permanent, full-time role supports enforcing the Hazardous Waste Control Law and protecting public health and the environment.

You will work in a hybrid telework-friendly setting at the Cypress Regional Office and participate in complex environmental investigations.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish preferred; pass Spanish Fluency Examination.
• Current POST peace officer desired.
• Experience in digital forensics or investigative work.

Responsibilities

• Investigate violations of the California Hazardous Waste Control Law by reviewing complaints and information.
• Research sites and history using databases (Accurint, Envirostor, CLETS, CERS, HWTS).
• Plan and determine best investigatory methods; obtain samples and transport to DTSC laboratories.
• Write statements of probable cause and present facts for warrants.

Skills

Spanish fluency

POST peace officer

Digital forensics

Law enforcement

Job description

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) in Orange County is seeking an Investigator to join the Office of Criminal Investigations. This permanent, full-time role supports enforcing the Hazardous Waste Control Law and protecting public health and the environment.

You will work in a hybrid telework-friendly setting at the Cypress Regional Office and participate in complex environmental investigations.