Unit Chief, Environmental Scientist (Supervisory)

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

Job summary

California Department of Toxic Substances Control is seeking a Unit Chief (Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisory) in the Chatsworth Office to oversee a team within the Enforcement and Emergency Response Division. The role emphasizes inspections, enforcement actions, and cross-agency coordination to protect public health and the environment.

The position requires strong interpersonal, communication and technical skills, a valid California Drivers License (CDL), and the ability to lead

Qualifications

• Requires excellent interpersonal, communication and technical skills.
• Requires a valid California Driver's License (CDL) and to provide CDL details in the application.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, schedule, direct and evaluate the work of staff in inspection and enforcement activities.
• Oversee inspections of hazardous waste generators, transporters, electronic waste handlers, and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities for compliance with hazardous waste laws.
• Investigate complaints of alleged illegal hazardous waste activities.
• Coordinate and conduct joint and multi-media inspections with other agencies.
• Conduct settlement negotiations of enforcement cases and represent DTSC in enforcement actions.
• Develop and track Annual Work Plan (AWP) milestones and manage staff duties and timekeeping.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Job description

California Department of Toxic Substances Control is seeking a Unit Chief (Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisory) in the Chatsworth Office to oversee a team within the Enforcement and Emergency Response Division. The role emphasizes inspections, enforcement actions, and cross-agency coordination to protect public health and the environment.

The position requires strong interpersonal, communication and technical skills, a valid California Drivers License (CDL), and the ability to lead