SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Toxic Substances Control in Sacramento seeks a Unit Supervisor with responsibility for supervising enforcement staff and overseeing key programs within the Hazardous Waste division. The role includes managing violations scoring, inspector training, and policy development to ensure statewide consistency and program effectiveness.

The position requires leading the Annual Work Plan, coordinating resources, and directing complex enforcement activities, including settlements

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff conducting enforcement and inspections.
• Ability to develop and implement enforcement policies and procedures.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Familiarity with violations scoring procedures and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff conducting Violations Scoring Procedures for TSDF facilities.
• Oversees Inspector Training Program and workload standards.
• Reviews and develops policies, procedures, and guidance for statewide consistency.
• Oversees Annual Work Plan implementation and resource coordination.
• Directs enforcement staff in inspections, investigations, and case development.
• Manages field tablet software implementation (ArcGIS Survey123 and tools).
• Manages enforcement case activities including settlements and testimony.

Skills

Staff supervision

Policy development

Project management

Violations scoring procedures

ArcGIS Survey123

Tools

ArcGIS Survey123

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-537997

Position #(s): 810-911-0764-002

Working Title: Unit Supervisor

Classification: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

$10,854.00 - $13,493.00

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: Sacramento County

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!

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

Job Description And Duties

• Oversees staff conducting Violations Scoring Procedures (VSP) scoring of treatment, storage, or disposal facilities (TSDF) holding DTSC hazardous waste facility permits and ensures that all TSDF violation scoring is conducted pursuant applicable regulations and established processes.
• Oversees the Inspector Training Program, including the development, delivery, tracking, and continuous improvement of inspection and enforcement training, and the establishment of workload standards aligned with DTSC priorities, policies, and goals.
• Reviews and develops policies, procedures, regulations, and guidance; ensures statewide consistency through coordination, communication, and staff training.
• Oversees Annual Work Plan (AWP) implementation, including milestone tracking, resource planning, and coordination of equipment, tools, training, and budget needs.
• Directs and supervises inspection and enforcement staff conducting hazardous waste compliance inspections, complaint investigations, enforcement case development, regulatory reporting, records management, and data entry to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and program effectiveness.
• Oversees the implementation and continuous improvement of inspection field tablet software, including ArcGIS Survey123 and other enforcement program tools.
• Manages administrative, civil, and criminal enforcement case activities, including settlement negotiations, legal referrals, consent orders, enforcement orders, and expert or percipient witness testimony.

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.

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

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

The SOQ must be titled "Statement of Qualifications", include your working title/classification and place of employment where you gained the experience referenced, and be no more than two (2) pages in length using Arial 12-point font. Each question must be numbered and answered in the order presented. Responses must be clear, well organized, and contain no more than five (5) grammatical and spelling errors. Failure to follow these instructions may result in disqualification.

Your SOQ Should Address The Following Question(s)

• What do you consider are the three most important skills/abilities an individual should possess to be a successful Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), as it relates to the Duty Statement. Why?
• Discuss your experience working in a fast-paced environment and how you manage competing priorities.