Environmental Program Manager I Lead — Waste & Compliance

CalRecycle; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) seeks an Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) to lead the LEA certification and evaluation program, oversee solid waste inspection and enforcement, and guide staff using environmental science to ensure compliance. This is a permanent, full-time role in Sacramento County with hybrid telework options.

The incumbent will help shape policy, assess violations, and mentor staff, ensuring safety and environmental

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License is required.
• Submit Std.678 form with original signature and indicate RPA 26-085 and Position # 835-835-0756-001.
• If using education with experience, attach degree and/or transcripts.
• CalRecycle seeks candidates who support diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Supervising Environmental Scientist I staff.
• Oversee LEA certification and evaluation, and solid waste inspection/enforcement.
• Apply chemistry, biology, and environmental science to enforcement decisions.
• Develop program policies reflecting statistical analysis and public health considerations.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Audits

Analysis

Environmental science

Tools

SMS

LEA

Job description

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) seeks an Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) to lead the LEA certification and evaluation program, oversee solid waste inspection and enforcement, and guide staff using environmental science to ensure compliance. This is a permanent, full-time role in Sacramento County with hybrid telework options.

The incumbent will help shape policy, assess violations, and mentor staff, ensuring safety and environmental