Job Posting: Environmental Scientist

State Lands Commission

JC-536266
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Environmental Scientist
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,551.00 - $9,601.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/21/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position will be filled in our Sacramento or Long Beach Office.

Under the general direction of the Environmental Program Manager I (Man.), the position is responsible for assisting in the management of environmental analyses and studies on projects before and programs of the California State Lands Commission (Commission). The incumbent will provide support for environmental analyses required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), identify policy/practice needs, and develop recommendations and solutions in scientific areas of concern to the Commission. The incumbent shall follow the principles outlined in the vision, mission, and inclusion statements of the Commission.

Note:

  • Posted salaries do not reflect the 2 - 4.62% pay reduction in exchange for 3.5 – 8 hours per month of leave arising from the Personal Leave Program 2025. Information related to salary reductions is available in Section 2113 of the CalHR Human Resources Manual.
  • New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate salary range when applicable.
  • If you would like to share how you learned about this job opportunity, please take a moment to complete our brief Recruitment Survey. 


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

Working Conditions

  • This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the State Lands Commission policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.  
  • When not teleworking, primarily an indoor office setting located in Sacramento or Long Beach.
  • When in the office, work environment is mostly inside an office with artificial light and forced air temperature control.
  • Daily use of a personal computer and software programs, at a workstation, for prolonged periods.
  • High percentage of time researching, reading, editing, and writing.
  • High volume of e-mail correspondence and/or video conferencing.
  • Frequent high-paced, deadline-driven workload.
  • Local travel to and from coordination or working group meetings, and occasional site visits or field research.
  • occasional distance travel for public meeting.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-536266
Position #(s):
340-502-0762-003
Working Title:
Environmental Scientist
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,551.00 - $6,216.00 A
$5,531.00 - $7,571.00 B
$7,000.00 - $9,601.00 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:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California State Lands Commission provides the people of California with effective stewardship of the lands, waterways, and resources entrusted to its care through preservation, restoration, enhancement, responsible economic development, and the promotion of public access.


We value diversity at all levels and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our employees from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are able to leverage their strengths and unique insights to further the Commission’s mission and thrive.


Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAStateLands


Instagram: www.instagram.com/castatelands

Department Website: https://www.slc.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Electronic applications are preferred for this Job Control. Paper application packages must contain the Job Control number and classification title on the first page of the application to be considered. 

 NOTE:  

  • Applicants must not include any hyperlinks or confidential information such as SSN, DOB, sex, marital status, age, DL number (unless required), LEAP status, disability information, Equal Opportunity Employer information, exam results, salary, I-9 information, and criminal history in their application package. Confidential information provided in the application package will be redacted.  
  • When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.  
  • Only required or requested documents will be reviewed and considered by the hiring unit.  
  • Applicants must provide employment history on their STD. 678 application form. Attaching a resume or cover letter does not take place of the employment history sections on the STD. 678. Incomplete STD. 678 application forms may not be considered. 
  • Generative Artificial Intelligence shall not be used when completing any component of your application package. 
  • Do not submit a second application by paper when applying electronically. 
  • SROA/Surplus or Reinstatement applicants MUST check the applicable box as their basis of eligibility when submitting their application package electronically. Additionally, SROA/Surplus applicants must provide their layoff letter and title it as “SROA Letter” or “Surplus Letter” when applying electronically. 
  • This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code. 

School Transcripts:

Applicants using education to meet the minimum qualifications of this classification must provide a copy of their official transcripts with their application package for the universities/colleges or high schools attended where the coursework or degree was received. Failure to provide official transcripts may result in removal from the exam list. Applicants providing copies of international official transcripts may need to provide an evaluation/translation from an educational credentials evaluation service (Foreign Transcript Evaluation [CL-635]) to ensure that all the required coursework can be verified by the hiring agency. 

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: 11/21/2026

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:

State Lands Commission
N/A
Attn: Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Lands Commission
N/A
Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
Deliver application packages to the Receptionist Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between
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 required and must be included.
  • Other - Cover Letter-  Applicants must provide a cover letter with their application. The cover letter should provide a narrative discussion of how your education, training and experience have prepared you for the duties of this position. The cover letter serves as documentation of your ability to present information professionally in writing and should be no more than two pages in length. Application packets without a cover letter may not be accepted. 
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:

-Ability to work toward consensus positions with governmental, private, and public interest groups.
-Experience in managing contracts and working with contractors.
-Knowledge of CEQA, the Permit Streamlining Act (PSA), and other natural resource management laws, rules, and regulations, Federal and State Endangered Species Acts and NEPA.
-Knowledge of air and water quality issues and natural resources management.
-Working knowledge of computers and software (word processing, databases).
-Review, check, and interpret scientific and environmental reports.

-Analyze and evaluate scientific data, reach reliable conclusions, and develop sound recommendations.

-Concisely summarize pertinent information for management or Commissioners.

-Establish and maintain a professional, respectful, and cooperative working relationship with others inside and outside the agency.

-Prepare clear, complete, and technically accurate reports and other necessary work products.

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 position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.slc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Cassie Simsiman
(916) 574-0906
Cassie.Simsiman@slc.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:
Allison Lyman
(916) 574-2494
eeo@slc.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.

Position Location

Sacramento: 

 100 Howe Avenue, Suite 100-South Sacramento, CA 95825 

 ***FREE PARKING AND NEAR HWY 50 AND BUS ROUTES*** 

Long Beach: 

301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 350 

Long Beach, CA 90802

Exam Information

To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the applicable exam on CalCareers and be reachable on an employment list or have transfer or reinstatement eligibility prior to hire. For information on State jobs, please visit CalHR's website. If the classification is not listed on this link, an exam is not being administered at this time. 

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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