Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory)

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Manager (Environmental Program Manager I) of the CEQA and NEPA Support Section (Section) within the Environmental Services Branch (Branch), the incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of unit employees assigned to Delta Conveyance Project (DCP) environmental compliance, permitting, restoration, and mitigation, and other programs that are critical to the State's future water supply operation. As a matrixed multi-disciplinary environmental team, the Branch provides comprehensive and specialized environmental regulatory compliance services to support the Department's wide range of activities. The incumbent will also coordinate consultant personnel working under contract to the Department of Water Resources (DWR), and review work to ensure objectives are achieved and conform with DWR policy.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-482220

Position #(s):

...-503

Working Title:

Unit Manager: Compliance Permitting & Mitigation

Classification:

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

$10,538.00 - $13,100.00

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:

Yolo County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Mailing Address

Department Information

Division of Integrated Science and Engineering, Environmental Services Branch, CEQA & NEPA Support Section, Compliance, Permitting, & Mitigation Unit, West Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

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Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via .

Special Requirements

A valid California driver's license is required to drive to various meeting and field locations. Some overnight travel may be required.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/8/2025

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.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources

Mailing Address

Attn: Division of Human Resources

P.O. Box 1079

Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources

Submit in Person

Certification Desk

715 P Street, 7th floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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.
• Other - Cover Letter
• Statement of Qualifications - No more than 2-pages, Arial 12 pt font - See Special Instructions for additional guidance.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

We are seeking a candidate to lead, organize, and supervise staff and activities involved in developing and reviewing a broad range of analyses and documents for California Environmental Quality Act/National Environmental Policy Act compliance and Tribal consultation and engagement for DCP. The successful candidate will also provide leadership in preparing and maintaining detailed project schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks. In addition, candidates must have experience supporting the preparation and management of Administrative Records and litigation support documentation related to environmental projects. Candidates will provide coordination and oversight for DCP environmental permitting, including those under the Clean Water Act, and associated documentation necessary to implement construction-related activities; provide regular project communication and guidance to staff and supervisor; prepare and present briefing documents for the Division, DCO, and Executive leadership; and support environmental compliance efforts in the Branch and for other SWP-related projects and activities.

The position requires that the incumbent have the ability to: 1) establish and maintain cooperative working relationships as part of an interdisciplinary and inter-agency team; 2) make periodic technical presentations to public groups and other agencies; 3) review and analyze scientific data for accuracy and compliance to reach sound conclusions and take effective action; 4) speak and write effectively; 5) use a PC and utilize Word and Excel; and 6) maintain a level of professional integrity and trustworthiness commensurate with responsibilities.

Benefits

DWR employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment.

Some added benefits DWR offers eligible employees at this location include:

Flexible Work Hours

Free Parking

Telework Opportunities

Health, Dental & Vision Benefits

Paid Sick & Vacation

Retirement

Basic Group Term Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) & 457 plans

Student Loan Forgiveness

Long Term Care

Group Legal Services

We are located in West Sacramento right off Highway 50 close to shopping, grocery stores and restaurants. Our site offers electric vehicle charging and is within walking distance of a coffee shop and juice bar.

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:

Gareth Johnson

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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.

EEO Contact:

Office of Civil Rights

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California Relay Service: ... (TTY), ... (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), Cover Letter, Resume, and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position #50001393 and Job Control #482220 in the "examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.

The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion of the knowledge, skills, and abilities an applicant possesses in relation to the desirable qualifications of the position. The SOQ should be no more than 2-pages with Arial 12 pt font.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Click here to complete DWR's Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination/Assessment

For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPV)

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.