Job Posting: Environmental Scientist QA/QC

Department of Water Resources

JC-440118
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Environmental Scientist QA/QC
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,145.00 - $7,926.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 7/31/2024

Job Description and Duties

The Quality Assurance Unit supports DWR staff in collection of water-related data that is scientifically sound, consistent, valid, and comparable with data within DWR and with outside agencies and partnerships. This is accomplished through implementation of the Department’s Quality Assurance and Quality Control Policy for Water-Related Monitoring Programs (WRM 60) using proper practices and documentation. The QA Unit is seeking a motivated, creative professional with a passion for environmental monitoring, data quality, and data management. The incumbent will work independently and as part of a team to develop and implement Department-wide quality assurance and quality control standards and procedures, develop new tools and guidance for staff to implement in QA in their projects, review quality documents, collaborate with Quality Management staff to develop and implement quality assurance trainings, and provide guidance to DWR field programs on quality assurance topics.


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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-440118
Position #(s):
840-340-0762-009
Working Title:
Environmental Scientist QA/QC
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,145.00 - $7,926.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Yolo County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Integrated Science and Engineering
Ecosystem Monitoring, Research, and Reporting Branch
Quality Management Section
Quality Assurance 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 +diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov

Free career consultation services including one-on-one State career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by experienced recruiters are now available at the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) Career Center, located at the Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Walk-ins are welcome every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am-4pm.

 


Special Requirements

Possess working knowledge of scientific principles, QA/QC procedures and principles, water quality measurement or reporting techniques, and management of computerized data or record management systems.

Possession of a valid California State driver's license in order to drive to various meetings and project locations. Must be able to traverse uneven terrain for field visits.

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

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: 7/31/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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
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
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications - No more than 2-pages, Arial 12 pt font - See Special Instructions for additional information. 
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:

Knowledge of quality assurance policies and procedures; experience in writing quality control documentation; experience in writing QA documents; experience in reviewing QA documents; experience providing training or QA education to others; knowledge of environmental and water sampling or measurements; lab measurement procedures and techniques; experience in collecting or analyzing water or environmental samples; experience writing reports, scientific journal articles, or guidance documents; experience making oral presentations in meetings, workshops, and/or conferences; experience working in a team; developing team products; experience collaborating with staff in other groups or agencies; experience with environmental data review; data analysis; knowledge of databases; experience in data management; and statistical analysis experience with gaussian statistics and nonparametric statistics using an off-the shelf program or using programming languages.


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
(916) 882-0989
DISE_HR@water.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
weo@water.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.

Special Instructions

To be considered, please submit a completed State Application (STD. 678), Resume, and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position #50001417 and Job Control #440118 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The Statement of Qualifications is a typed document addressing the applicant's knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job description. At a minimum, please describe your experience and technical expertise as it relates to quality assurance documentation, guidance, and training.  The SOQ should be no more than 2 pages, with Arial 12 pt font.

The follow 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:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

 

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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