California Department of Toxic Substances Control
SENIOR ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
Overview
DTSC is hiring a first-line Senior Engineering Geologist in our Berkeley Office to oversee a team of geologists in the Geological Services Branch. The Geological Services Branch provides internal geologic consultation and technical project support for a broad array of DTSC environmental evaluation and remediation projects. We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable individual with excellent interpersonal, communication, and technical skills. Your efforts will help advance DTSC's mission of cleaning up California's contaminated sites to protect Californians and restore land to beneficial use. Responsibilities
Review, approve and track the project work of engineering geologist staff performing geological document reviews Provide geological expertise to staff in the cleanup and remediation of hazardous waste releases Provide regulatory oversight on field activities, such as drilling, sample collection, remote sensing, remedial pilot testing, corrective action implementation, and well abandonment to ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements Prepare reports for use by the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program for monitoring and developing staff performance measures Plan, organize, direct, and provide managerial review of the work performed in the GSB Berkeley Office Provide regular and timely written performance appraisals for staff Desirable Qualifications
Licensed California Professional Geologist/Certified Hydrogeologist/Certified Engineering Geologist preferred Post-Graduate Degree in Geology or closely related field preferred Leadership experience Soil, soil gas, vapor intrusion and groundwater investigation/remediation experience Excellent interpersonal communications and writing skills Two or more years of regulatory agency or consulting firm experience preferred 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. Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 10/1/2025. 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. How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application STD 678) and Applicable Documents. Applications may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting a hard copy, include a completed copy of the application package listing. See the job posting for additional guidance and alternative submission methods. Address for Mailing Application Packages: Department of Toxic Substances Control Headquarters Attn: Talent Acquisition P.O. Box 806 Sacramento, CA 95812-0806 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages: Department of Toxic Substances Control CalEPA Talent Acquisition 1001 I Street Sacramento, CA 95814-2828 Applications must be received and date stamped by close of business on the final filing date. Typical hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM. Required Application Package Documents: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or the electronic application) and include all experience and education related to the Minimum Qualifications. Resume is required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations 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. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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DTSC is hiring a first-line Senior Engineering Geologist in our Berkeley Office to oversee a team of geologists in the Geological Services Branch. The Geological Services Branch provides internal geologic consultation and technical project support for a broad array of DTSC environmental evaluation and remediation projects. We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable individual with excellent interpersonal, communication, and technical skills. Your efforts will help advance DTSC's mission of cleaning up California's contaminated sites to protect Californians and restore land to beneficial use. Responsibilities
Review, approve and track the project work of engineering geologist staff performing geological document reviews Provide geological expertise to staff in the cleanup and remediation of hazardous waste releases Provide regulatory oversight on field activities, such as drilling, sample collection, remote sensing, remedial pilot testing, corrective action implementation, and well abandonment to ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements Prepare reports for use by the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program for monitoring and developing staff performance measures Plan, organize, direct, and provide managerial review of the work performed in the GSB Berkeley Office Provide regular and timely written performance appraisals for staff Desirable Qualifications
Licensed California Professional Geologist/Certified Hydrogeologist/Certified Engineering Geologist preferred Post-Graduate Degree in Geology or closely related field preferred Leadership experience Soil, soil gas, vapor intrusion and groundwater investigation/remediation experience Excellent interpersonal communications and writing skills Two or more years of regulatory agency or consulting firm experience preferred 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. Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 10/1/2025. 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. How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application STD 678) and Applicable Documents. Applications may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting a hard copy, include a completed copy of the application package listing. See the job posting for additional guidance and alternative submission methods. Address for Mailing Application Packages: Department of Toxic Substances Control Headquarters Attn: Talent Acquisition P.O. Box 806 Sacramento, CA 95812-0806 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages: Department of Toxic Substances Control CalEPA Talent Acquisition 1001 I Street Sacramento, CA 95814-2828 Applications must be received and date stamped by close of business on the final filing date. Typical hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM. Required Application Package Documents: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or the electronic application) and include all experience and education related to the Minimum Qualifications. Resume is required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations 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. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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