ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Military Department; California; Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternative work schedules

Flexible work hours

Remote work options

Lodging & Camping

Medical benefits, including health, -d

Paid holidays and a defined benefit退休

More than three weeks of vacation/sick

Health insurance in retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

State of California seeks an Environmental Scientist (Compliance) to support the California Military Department's environmental programs at Camp Roberts and San Luis Obispo, with occasional visits to JFTB. The role covers hazardous materials/waste, stormwater, drinking water, wastewater, storage tanks, landfills, and air quality, requiring in-state travel and a hybrid work schedule.

Salary ranges from $4,551.00 to $9,787.00 per month, with a minimum requirement noted in the class specification.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Previous experience in a military environment; understanding of the military mission and resources required to accomplish it.

Responsibilities

• Manage hazardous materials and hazardous waste programs.
• Oversee stormwater, drinking water, wastewater, storage tanks, landfills, solid waste/recycling, air quality programs.
• Support a compliance program at Camp Roberts with assignments to CSLO and JFTB; travel as required.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication

Job description

Environmental Scientist (Compliance)

$4,551.00 - $9,787.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/20/2026

The Environmental Programs Directorate supports current and future mission requirements of the CMD by assisting units, programs, and leaders to comply with environmental laws, regulations, and policy while promoting environmental stewardship at military training sites and facilities.

Under the general direction of the Training Site Branch Chief and Compliance Program Manager, this position supports the CMD’s Compliance Program at Camp Roberts (CR) with regular assignments to Camp San Luis Obispo (CSLO) and quarterly visits to Joint Forces Training Base (JFTB). Duties are broad-based and include, but are not limited to, management of the following media areas: hazardous materials and hazardous waste, stormwater, drinking water, wastewater, underground and above-ground storage tanks, landfills, solid waste/recycling, air quality, and other related programs. The position requires occasional travel in-state and out of-state.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025, visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

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

Working Conditions

Working location: Camp Roberts (Hwy 101, Bldg 910, Camp Roberts, CA 93451) and San Luis Obispo (10 Sonoma Ave, San Luis Obispo CA 93405)

Visa Sponsorship: CMD is not an E - Verify employer and does not offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.

CMD supports a hybrid telework schedule for many positions, consistent with operational requirements.

The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $4,551.00 - $6,337.00A $5,531.00 - $7,718.00B $7,000.00 - $9,787.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: CA Military Dept.

Work Shift: 8:00AM-5:00PM

Work Week: Monday-Friday

Department Information

The California Military Department is a diverse, community-based organization comprised of four pillars: the California Army National Guard, the California Air National Guard, the California State Military Reserve and the California Youth and Community Programs. Across our organization, we are committed to improving, preparing and protecting our communities, state and nation.

The California Military Department (CMD) is committed to fostering a professional, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We are dedicated to providing positive opportunities for growth, development, and advancement.

Employees working for the California Military Department (CMD) are subject to the provisions of California Military and Veterans Code § 398.

• 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 position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors.

Real ID Act: Effective May 31, 2025, and in accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, access to all military installations will require a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card issued by the DMV. Individuals who do not have a REAL ID must present one of the following acceptable alternative documents: a valid U.S. passport, a certified birth certificate, or an active or retired military ID.

For more information about the Real ID Act of 2005, visit Congress.gov For details on how to apply for a REAL ID, visit DMV.ca.gov.

This position requires background investigation and the issuance and continued possession of a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC), as a condition of employment. The CAC is required to access certain facilities, systems, or information necessary to perform the duties of the position.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Previous experience in a military environment; understanding of the military mission and resources required to accomplish it.

CMD offers a competitive pay schedule and a work-life balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment. Some benefits include:

• Alternative work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Lodging & Camping
• Medical benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
• More than three weeks of vacation/sick leave for staff
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program

Employees from the University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) may be eligible to transfer prior service credit to State of California employment through CalPERS.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Sally Gill

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQ) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting MQ’s with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQ’s, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT contain any confidential information, including your Social Security Number (SSN).

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.