Environmental Scientist & Project Manager — Site Cleanup (Hybrid)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Toxic Substances Control is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join the Berkeley office as a Project Manager in the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program. This role supports investigations and cleanups at complex contaminated sites, including federal Superfund locations, with a multi-disciplinary team focused on protecting public health and the environment.

The position involves reviewing reports, developing workplans, and coordinating with regulatory partners.

Qualifications

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review.
• SOQ should be no more than 1 page in length, 12pt Arial font, and normal margins.
• Your SOQ should address how your education, professional experience, and relevant qualifications have prepared you to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Duty Statement.

Responsibilities

• Reviews or prepares technical reports and other documents including Phase I assessments, endangerment assessments, and site characterization workplans and reports.
• Ensures deliverables provide information for project managers, legal counsel, management, and regulatory partners to oversee and meet program requirements.
• Develops and reviews sampling plans, risk assessments, feasibility studies, remedy selection documents, design, and operation and maintenance plans, and five-year reviews.
• Evaluates data and site conditions to support risk management decisions and integrates remedies with site development; coordinates with staff for cost estimates and financial assurance.

Job description

California Department of Toxic Substances Control is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join the Berkeley office as a Project Manager in the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program. This role supports investigations and cleanups at complex contaminated sites, including federal Superfund locations, with a multi-disciplinary team focused on protecting public health and the environment.

The position involves reviewing reports, developing workplans, and coordinating with regulatory partners.