Unit Chief: Hazardous Substances Engineering Lead (Hybrid)

California Department of Toxic Substances Control; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Toxic Substances Control seeks a Supervising Hazardous Substances Engineer I to lead the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program in the greater LA area. The role oversees investigations, remediation planning, and regulatory compliance for the Chiquita Canyon Landfill project and related sites.

Responsibilities include directing staff, ensuring adherence to DTSC procedures, CEQA compliance, and effective communication with responsible parties and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A valid California Driver's License (CDL) is required.
• Experience leading teams in environmental investigations and cleanup.
• Experience overseeing hazardous substances releases and landfill projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and training to staff who oversee environmental investigations and cleanup activities at properties with hazardous materials; implement Removal Action Workplans and related procedures.
• Provide guidance on staff review of documents, field oversight, regulatory decision making, and communication with responsible parties and project stakeholders.
• Utilize high-level engineering and regulatory expertise to oversee investigation and cleanup of properties with NOA and groundwater contamination.
• Oversee evaluation of sampling and mitigation techniques to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Provide engineering analysis and design guidance for remediation technologies and select optimal remedial options; participate in project meetings and negotiations.
• Monitor staff review of documents for compliance with standards and ensure remediation aligns with CEQA and DTSC requirements.

Job description

California Department of Toxic Substances Control seeks a Supervising Hazardous Substances Engineer I to lead the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program in the greater LA area. The role oversees investigations, remediation planning, and regulatory compliance for the Chiquita Canyon Landfill project and related sites.

Responsibilities include directing staff, ensuring adherence to DTSC procedures, CEQA compliance, and effective communication with responsible parties and stakeholders.