SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) Job at Department of Toxic Substances Control, Orange County, IN

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  • Department of Toxic Substances Control
  • Orange County, IN

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for a rewarding position that protects California’s people, communities, and the environment from the harmful effects of toxic chemicals that have the potential to pollute land, water, and air through training, assistance, and local oversight? If so, please apply for this dynamic Senior Environmental Scientist position?

As a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) you will have the opportunity to:

  • Independently plan, organize, and initiate the most complex, sensitive, and difficult field inspection and investigation related activities including, but not limited to serve as a lead to a team of Environmental Scientist staff conducting investigations of less complexity
  • Inspection of hazardous waste generators, transporters, electronic waste handlers, electronic waste recycling facilities, metal shredder facilities, metal recycler facilities, metal platers and handlers of certain products with hazardous materials, mercury thermostat collection facilities and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities to determine compliance with hazardous waste control laws and regulations
  • Investigate complaints of alleged illegal hazardous waste activities
  • Prepare written inspection reports; summaries of violations; affidavits for obtaining inspection or search warrants and statements of facts with detailed descriptions of defendants’ alleged violations, evidence and witnesses
  • Maintain and review project files for inspection and enforcement projects to allow for appropriate public access while maintaining required confidentiality
  • Input inspection, investigation, and enforcement information into EnviroStor Inspection, Complaint and Enforcement database as it occurs in a timely fashion and completes other program data and reporting requirements necessary for program implementation and management

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

  • Excellent writing, ability to review and edit technical reports, project management, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively and communicate with all levels of staff, management, and the public, and as a member of a team, with integrity and using good judgement  
  • Demonstrated and high level of proficiency in managing multiple projects, setting and shifting priorities, and meeting deadlines
  • Experience with inspections and enforcement
  • Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations

A Statement of Qualifications is required as part of this application process. Below is a survey link to complete your Statement of Qualifications. This survey must be completed with your application by the final filing date of 06/10/2025. Failure to complete the survey by the final filing deadline may result in your application being removed from the selection process. Please allow approximately 1 hour to complete the survey:

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

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 1 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no more than (five) grammatical and spelling errors, and Arial font size 12.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Please describe your education, training, and experience that make you a well-suited candidate for this position.

2. This position is a senior position; please specifically describe your experience with mentoring others.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications is required as part of this application process. Below is a survey link to complete your Statement of Qualifications. This survey must be completed with your application by the final filing date of 06/10/2025. Failure to complete the survey by the final filing deadline may result in your application being removed from the selection process. Please allow approximately 1 hour to complete the survey: 

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

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 #:479012  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

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Shift work,

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