HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

State of California's Department of Toxic Substances Control invites applications for Hazardous Substances Engineer at the Cal Center Regional Office in Sacramento. This permanent, full-time role offers a challenging project management position protecting health and the environment, with hybrid work options.

You will review technical reports, manage multiple projects, prepare budgets and schedules, and coordinate with Responsible Parties.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental investigation and remediation.
• Knowledge of investigations or remediation in munitions.
• Experience with project budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare technical engineering reports and related documents.
• Evaluate site characterization data to support remedial design and implementation.
• Plan and manage workload across multiple projects to meet timelines and budgets.
• Prepare schedules and cost estimates for remedies and operations.

Skills

Project management

Technical reporting

Budgeting

Job description

Job Posting:Hazardous Substances Engineer

Department of Toxic Substances Control

JC-532144 -

JC-532144 - Hazardous Substances Engineer
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

$6,488.00 - $12,152.00 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: 10/5/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Are you looking for a challenging project management position that involves protecting human health and the environment? We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to join our team to work on primarily munitions projects. Come join us today!

As a Hazardous Substances Engineer you will have the opportunity to:

• Review and/or prepare technical engineering reports and other documents including, but not limited to, Phase I reports, Preliminary Endangerment 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 prepare cost estimates to ensure adequate financial assurance mechanisms are in place for the selected remedy and long-term operation and maintenance
• Plan and manage a workload consisting of multiple projects to ensure all assignments are completed on time and within budget
• Prepare and maintain accurate project schedules to facilitate allocation of resources
• Prepare Responsible Party estimates for oversight costs for each assigned project and followup with the Responsible Parties to ensure payment of invoices for billed activities

If you have previously applied to JC-519850, you do not need to re-apply, as your application is on file and will be considered.

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

Working Conditions

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 hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of Toxic Substances Control does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ENGINEER $6,488.00 - $7,735.00A $7,428.00 - $9,296.00B $8,896.00 - $11,131.00C $9,712.00 - $12,152.00D 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:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Cal Center Regional Office

Department Information

This position is located at our Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA .

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) 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!

• 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.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

The SOQ should be no more than 2-pages in length, twelve (12) point Arial font.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe why you are a highly qualified candidate for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in environmental investigation and remediation
• Knowledge of investigations or remediation in munitions
• Experience in project planning and tracking
• Experience with project budgeting
• Experience with developing and managing contracts
• Knowledge of remediation technologies
• Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer registration desired

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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Duane White
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements" section above for additional information.

Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.

Foreign Degrees

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

https://www.naces.org

Examination Information

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Hazardous Substances Engineer , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information:

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.