Environmental Scientist

CalRecycle; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

CalRecycle in Sacramento is seeking Environmental Scientists for the Waste Tire Enforcement Section to perform field inspections, identify violations, and pursue enforcement actions.

The incumbents will conduct professional scientific work across California, travel up to 50% of the time, and may participate in hybrid telework. A valid California Driver's License is required.

Qualifications

• Performs field inspections and enforces environmental laws.
• Plans and conducts regulatory and compliance activities.
• Writes final reports and prepares regulatory documents.
• Interacts with the public to answer non-routine questions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and determine violations.
• Enforce environmental regulations and take enforcement actions.
• Prepare regulatory and compliance documents and final reports.
• Travel up to 50% of the time by car and plane.
• Assist with other related duties within CalRecycle's Waste Tire Enforcement Program.

Skills

Field inspections

Regulatory enforcement

Environmental analysis

Report writing

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 workplace. 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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527103

Position #(s): 835-841-0762-004

Working Title: Environmental Scientist

Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A

$5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B

$6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 2

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials. Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels. CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy. CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.

Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Reporting locations for the Environmental Scientist positions is:

• Sacramento California Office: 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Are you looking to make a difference and join a highly motivated team working on issues critical to ensuring public health and sustainability of California? CalRecycle’s Waste Tire Enforcement Section is seeking multiple Environmental Scientists to perform field inspections at waste tire facilities, determine violations, and take appropriate enforcement actions against non-compliant sites.

Under direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Environmental Scientist (incumbent) will perform a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Incumbents independently perform?assigned public health, environmental and natural resource management?analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies; write final reports; prepare regulatory and compliance documents; enforce environmental law and regulations; prepare non-routine correspondence and answer?non-routine questions from the public; and do other related duties to implement CalRecycle’s statewide Waste Tire Enforcement Program.

This position conducts field inspections throughout California and requires regular travel up to 50% of the time, by car and plane, including single or multi-night trips.

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

Beginning July 1, 2026, CalRecycle staff will be office-centered, requiring employees to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarter location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense.

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

Special Requirements

• 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.
• 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 26-010 and 26011 & Position # 835-841-0762-004 and 835-843-0762-003 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.
• If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or 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.
• 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.