Job Posting: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

State Water Resources Control Board

JC-359134
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

$10,030.00 - $12,469.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 3/27/2023

Job Description and Duties

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position. Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, applying electronically is highly encouraged.

The State Water Resources Control Board, Central Valley Region, has one opening for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) in the Basin Planning Program supervising the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit. The position is located at 11020 Sun Center Dr. Suite #200, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670. The Central Valley Water Board is currently implementing a Hybrid Workplace, as such this position is a hybrid position involving some telework and some in-office presence based on operational needs.

Duties: Under the direction of an Environmental Program Manager I, and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the State and Regional Board’s Strategic Plan, the incumbent is expected to be courteous and provide timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and to solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments. Specific responsibilities include:

Supervise, organize, direct, and coordinate technical work for the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit and Central Valley Salinity Alternatives for Long-Term Sustainability (CV-SALTS) program. Evaluate beneficial uses and protection for waterbodies within the Central Valley and develop basin plan amendments as appropriate. Oversee Salinity and Basin Planning Unit staff work associated with data analysis, assessment of the sources, fate and transport of salt and other pollutants, review and approval of technical reports, evaluate control, mitigation, remediation, and restoration options and review implementation plans for point and non-point sources. Coordinate with other Water Board staff, dischargers, governmental agencies, Native American Tribes, and the public to develop and implement basin plan amendments and control programs.

Prepare annual work plan for the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit including the annual work plans for each staff supervised and the budget of hours for each staff and task assigned. Oversee unit activities to assure that work products are completed in a timely manner. Conduct annual performance review and evaluation, handle all personnel issues, provide guidance and direction to Salinity and Basin Planning Unit staff on policy issues. Serve as a communication link between other technical units at the Regional and State Water Boards and between line staff and Program Manager. Coordinate with the State Water Board Freshwater and Estuarine Harmful Algal Bloom (FHAB) Program staff and oversee the Central Valley FHAB staff.

Represent the Central Valley Regional Water Board at stakeholder meetings and other meetings with local, state and federal agencies, and CV-SALTS meetings concerning Salinity and Basin Planning programs and water quality issues in the Central Valley Region. Prepare and present written and oral presentations at public hearings, scientific conferences, and other meetings of the Central Valley Water Board and other federal, state, and local agencies.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

Please take a moment to fill out the State Water Resources Control Board's Recruitment Survey.

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-359134
Position #(s):
880-150-0764-004
Working Title:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)
Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)
$10,030.00 - $12,469.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
State Water Resources Control Board

Department Information

The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The Water Boards 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 preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.

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

Special Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:

  • RPA# 22-150-079 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
  • Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility)

Must have Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam:  https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/0PBAP.PDF.   

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members.

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

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: 3/27/2023

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:

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resources Branch - Brittany Liverett
1001 I Street, 18th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resources Branch - Brittany Liverett
1001 I Street, 18th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please see below for specific requirements.
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:

Please remember these are desirables and are not required.

  • Experience monitoring or analyzing water quality data
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience writing technical reports or other publications
  • Experience giving technical presentations
  • Experience with Basin Planning or in developing Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
  • Knowledge of water quality issues within the Central Valley Region
  • Experience interacting with Native American Tribes or underserved, disadvantaged communities

Benefits

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

Water Board employees may be eligible for 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 negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

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: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Brittany Liverett
(916) 341-5108
Brittany.Liverett@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Meredith Howard
(916) 464-4788
meredith.howard@waterboards.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:
Shyla Hoffman
(916) 341-5881
shyla.hoffman@waterboards.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.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using Arial 12-point font, and normal margins.

The SOQ should address the following:

  1. In your opinion, what are the keys to developing and leading a good team? Throughout your career, has your perspective changed on what makes a good leader?
  2. This position involves a lot of communication and coordination both internally, with other staff, and externally, with community members, stakeholders, and Native American Tribes. Describe your experience working or interacting with Native American Tribes or underserved, disadvantaged communities.

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.

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.