What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST position at Department of Toxic Substances Control?
As an Engineering Geologist you will have the opportunity to:
- Oversee all aspects of investigation and cleanup related to assigned hazardous waste and substance sites
- Provide geologic and regulatory expertise in evaluation of sites under cleanup consistent with CERCLA, RCRA, or State Corrective Action processes
- Evaluate complex geology, hydrogeology, vapor intrusion, and contaminant fate and transport data to support remedial investigation or action
- Coordinate and oversee field activities including groundwater monitoring, soil gas sampling, and well drilling and installation
- Develop and manage contracts in support of remedial investigation or action
- Prepare public participation documents and notices, present status updates on behalf of DTSC at public meetings
- A BS or MS in geology or related discipline
- Professional Geologist (PG) or Geologist in Training (GIT) preferred
- Has experience working on hazardous waste cleanup site projects
- Has experience performing or managing groundwater monitoring activities
- Has experience managing or overseeing drilling and well installation projects
- Possess strong technical writing skills, proficient using MS Word
- Possess strong environmental data analysis skills, proficient using MS Excel
- Experience using database software, e.g. MS Access, SQL, Rockworks
- Experience in project management, tracking, and scheduling
- Experience in performing budgeting and estimating on environmental projects
- Experience with contract management or development
- Experience with public speaking and meeting facilitation
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
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!
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Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.
The SOQ should be no more than 2 pages in length, be clearly written and well-organized, single spaced, contain no more than five (5) grammatical and spelling errors, 1-inch margins, and Arial font, size 12.
Your SOQ should address the following:
1. Describe how your education and experience are complimentary to the desired qualifications and make you an excellent candidate to perform the duties of the position.
2. Describe your experience performing or managing environmental field activities such as drilling, well construction, groundwater monitoring, aquifer testing, and soil vapor sampling.
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: 5/29/2025Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition
(279) 895-5034
Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Andrea Williams
(279) 895-5034
Andrea.Williams@dtsc.ca.gov
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:EEO Office
(916) 324-3095
OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.
For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 476520 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.
Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.
Foreign Degrees
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org.
Examination Information
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1685
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.
