Job Posting: Senior Environmental Planner

Department of Toxic Substances Control

JC-472777
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Senior Environmental Planner
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

$8,425.00 - $10,469.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/15/2025

Job Description and Duties

Join our Branch in protecting California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances. The Site Mitigation and Restoration Program CEQA Branch is committed to protecting Californians by analyzing and addressing environmental impacts associated with remediating sites throughout California. Project Sites range from residential, commercial, industrial and school developments. Join our Team today!

As a Senior Environmental Planner you will have the opportunity to:

  • Be a part of the SMRP multidisciplinary technical team in the planning, coordination, and completion of environmental analyses and investigations for large, technically complex cleanup projects within California
  • Research and resolve difficult and complex environmental issues in remediating sites
  • Work with Project Managers in the regional offices on a wide range of projects
  • Review and evaluate local, regional, state, and federal plans to assess potential environmental impacts of projects that may require secondary approval action by DTSC
  • Determine effective mitigation measures based upon local, regional, state, and federal requirements
  • Participate as a panel member during environmental consultant interviews, selection, and hiring processes

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

  • Knowledge of and experience with interpreting and implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
  • Ability to work strategically and collaboratively to solve problems with team members, consultants, other government agencies, and individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and recommend an effective course of action
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to be a self-starter, flexible, reliable, and detail oriented with high standards for work products
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines
  • Familiarity with state and local government functions
  • Familiarity with the National Environmental Policy Act
  • Familiarity with NAHC, CNDDB, CalEEMod
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and project management tools utilized in hybrid work environments

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

Working Conditions

A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position.



Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-472777
Position #(s):
810-181-4713-002
Working Title:
Senior Environmental Planner
Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
$8,425.00 - $10,469.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Cal Center Regional Office

Department Information

This position is located at our Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA.

 

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!

 

DTSC Recruitment Survey:

Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.

Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/

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 is a narrative of the education, training, skills, and experience that best qualifies a candidate for the position. The SOQ also serves as documentation of the candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be no more than 2 pages in length and must address the following questions in the same order as listed below.

 

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. Describe your experience and qualifications that make you a good fit for this position.

2. Describe your experience interpreting and implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.

3. Describe your ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary staff involving internal and external stakeholders.

4. Describe your ability to work with minimum direction and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.

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: 4/15/2025

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 Toxic Substances Control
Cal Center Regional Office
Attn: Candace M. Hill
8800 Cal Center Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826-3200

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Toxic Substances Control
Cal Center Regional Office
Candace M. Hill
8800 Cal Center Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826-3200
Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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.

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.

Benefits

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

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:
Candace Hill
(916) 255-6681
Candace.Hill@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

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# 472777 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 https://www.naces.org.


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

Examination Information

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Senior Environmental Planner, please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information 

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2506

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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