What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST JC-518598 position at California Department of Public Health?
Department Information
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The posted position is in the Division of Radiation Safety and Environmental Management, Environmental Management Branch (EMB). EMB regulates the medical waste industry, pre-harvest commercial shellfish operations, human remains reduction industry, and recreational health (public swimming pools, ocean beaches, and organized camps); provides sanitary surveillance of state institutions; administers the Registered Environmental Health Specialist program; oversees radiological cleanup at military base closure facilities, coordinates the State's Indoor Radon Program, , and CDPH's Nuclear Emergency Response Program.
“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”
“CDPH is an E-Verify Employer”
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by performing a broad range of work concerning present and future environmental health to protect California public health.
The Environmental Scientist (ES) serves as a state Medical Waste Inspector to perform facility inspections of large quantity generators, medical waste treatment facilities and transfer stations; prepare reports; and provides technical assistance and consultation to the medical waste industry to ensure the regulated entities’ understanding and compliance with medical waste law, regulations, and other program requirements.
The ES classification encompasses entry, intermediate working, and journey level within the series.
At Range A, under close supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of the less difficult and responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on detailed instructions and assistance from lead persons and supervisors in the application of proven techniques and methodologies to assigned work.
At Range B, under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on proven techniques and methodologies.
At Range C, under direction, the incumbent independently performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by independent development and use of techniques and methodologies. The incumbent may also be assigned lead responsibility for a specific project.
The incumbent works under the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) of the Environmental Management Branch (EMB), Emergency, Restoration, and Waste Management Section (ERWMS), Medical Waste Management Program (MWMP).
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 6/1/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-518598
Position #(s): 580-652-0762-004
Working Title: Medical Waste Inspector
Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A $5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B $6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C
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: Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The posted position is in the Division of Radiation Safety and Environmental Management, Environmental Management Branch (EMB). EMB regulates the medical waste industry, pre-harvest commercial shellfish operations, human remains reduction industry, and recreational health (public swimming pools, ocean beaches, and organized camps); provides sanitary surveillance of state institutions; administers the Registered Environmental Health Specialist program; oversees radiological cleanup at military base closure facilities, coordinates the State's Indoor Radon Program, , and CDPH's Nuclear Emergency Response Program.
“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”
“CDPH is an E-Verify Employer”
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by performing a broad range of work concerning present and future environmental health to protect California public health.
The Environmental Scientist (ES) serves as a state Medical Waste Inspector to perform facility inspections of large quantity generators, medical waste treatment facilities and transfer stations; prepare reports; and provides technical assistance and consultation to the medical waste industry to ensure the regulated entities’ understanding and compliance with medical waste law, regulations, and other program requirements.
The ES classification encompasses entry, intermediate working, and journey level within the series.
At Range A, under close supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of the less difficult and responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on detailed instructions and assistance from lead persons and supervisors in the application of proven techniques and methodologies to assigned work.
At Range B, under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on proven techniques and methodologies.
At Range C, under direction, the incumbent independently performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by independent development and use of techniques and methodologies. The incumbent may also be assigned lead responsibility for a specific project.
The incumbent works under the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) of the Environmental Management Branch (EMB), Emergency, Restoration, and Waste Management Section (ERWMS), Medical Waste Management Program (MWMP).
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
Final Filing Date: 6/1/2026
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-518598
Position #(s): 580-652-0762-004
Working Title: Medical Waste Inspector
Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A $5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B $6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C
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: Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
Salary : $4,418 - $9,321