HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) seeks a Hazardous Substances Engineer/Project Manager to join the Berkeley Site Mitigation and Restoration Program in Alameda County. You will lead investigation and cleanup of complex contaminated properties in the San Francisco Bay Area, including projects in environmental justice communities.

Join our multidisciplinary team to protect public health and the environment, applying engineering and environmental science to site

Qualifications

• Lead investigation and cleanup of complex or large contaminated properties
• Manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and budgets
• Review technical engineering reports and design plans
• Plan project schedules and resource allocation
• Prepare cost estimates and manage invoices

Responsibilities

• DTSC seeks a Hazardous Substances Engineer/Project Manager to join a team of environmental scientists, toxicologists, geologists, and engineers within the Berkeley Site Mitigation and Restoration Program.
• You will manage the investigation and cleanup of complex or large contaminated properties in the San Francisco Bay Area, including projects in environmental justice communities.
• If you have a passion to apply your scientific skills to the protection of human health and the environment, then this job is for you. Apply today and join our dynamic, collaborative, multidisciplinary team!
• Review and/or prepare technical engineering reports and other documents including, but not limited to, Phase I reports, Preliminary Endangerment Assessments, Resource and Cost Recovery Act Facility Assessments, site characterization workplans and reports, sampling and analysis plans, human health and ecological risk assessments, pilot and treatability studies, feasibility studies, remedy selection documents, design, implementation, completion reports, operation and maintenance plans, five-year reviews and long-term monitoring reports for compliance with approved plans
• Evaluate site characterization data to support engineering remedial design and implementation
• Review or develop process flow and instrumentation diagrams, and design plans and specifications of engineering remedy
• Plan and maintain a workload consisting of multiple projects with sometimes conflicting deadlines to ensure all assignments are completed on time and within budget
• Prepare and maintain accurate project schedules to facilitate allocation of resources
• Prepare estimates for oversight costs for each assigned project and follows up with the Responsible Parties to ensure payment of invoices of billed activities

Education

Degree in Environmental Engineering or associated engineering discipline preferred

Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or licensed as a California Professional Engineer desired

Experience planning or managing environmental site investigation and remediation projects

Experience leading community meetings on scientific or engineering topics

Experience in environmental engineering design and implementation

Experience or internship in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science, or environmental health desired

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.

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 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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-526929

Position #(s)

810-512-3726-093

Working Title

Project Manager

Classification

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

$6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A

$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B

$8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C

$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D

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

Number of Positions

1

Work Location

Alameda County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

Berkeley Regional Office

Department Information

This position is located at DTSC’s Regional office in Berkeley, CA .

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

Our Core Values: DTSC 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 California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

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

Job Description And Duties

DTSC seeks a Hazardous Substances Engineer/Project Manager to join a team of environmental scientists, toxicologists, geologists, and engineers within the Berkeley Site Mitigation and Restoration Program. You will manage the investigation and cleanup of complex or large contaminated properties in the San Francisco Bay Area, including projects in environmental justice communities. If you have a passion to apply your scientific skills to the protection of human health and the environment, then this job is for you. Apply today and join our dynamic, collaborative, multidisciplinary team!

• Review and/or prepare technical engineering reports and other documents including, but not limited to, Phase I reports, Preliminary Endangerment Assessments, Resource and Cost Recovery Act Facility Assessments, site characterization workplans and reports, sampling and analysis plans, human health and ecological risk assessments, pilot and treatability studies, feasibility studies, remedy selection documents, design, implementation, completion reports, operation and maintenance plans, five-year reviews and long-term monitoring reports for compliance with approved plans
• Evaluate site characterization data to support engineering remedial design and implementation
• Review or develop process flow and instrumentation diagrams, and design plans and specifications of engineering remedy
• Plan and maintain a workload consisting of multiple projects with sometimes conflicting deadlines to ensure all assignments are completed on time and within budget
• Prepare and maintain accurate project schedules to facilitate allocation of resources
• Prepare estimates for oversight costs for each assigned project and follows up with the Responsible Parties to ensure payment of invoices of billed activities

Desirable Qualifications We Look For

• Degree in Environmental Engineering or associated engineering discipline preferred
• Experience planning or managing environmental site investigation and remediation projects
• Experience leading community meetings on scientific or engineering topics
• Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or licensed as a California Professional Engineer desired
• Experience in environmental engineering design and implementation
• Experience or internship in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science, or environmental health desired

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

Final Filing Date: 8/21/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.