State of California
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
State of California, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Overview
Job Posting: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Department: California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Job Control: JC-491708 Salary: $7,556.00 - $10,221.00 per month Final Filing Date: 10/2/2025
Application Methods Electronic (CalCareer Account) or By Mail / Drop-off
Position Summary Caltrans Environmental Scientists perform a broad range of work concerning environmental issues related to transportation projects. Incumbents conduct field analyses; prepare environmental documents, technical studies, permitting packages, and regulatory permits; ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations; and conduct environmental protection, planning, and mitigation activities. They apply scientific methods to analyze data on the effects of transportation projects on the environment; prepare and review CEQA/NEPA and other technical documents to determine effects; and implement mitigation strategies to lessen project impacts.
Under the general direction of the Environmental Branch Chief, the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) participates as an interdisciplinary team member responsible for archaeological and/or architectural and historic studies and project effects analysis for transportation projects and local assistance projects under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate archaeological, architectural, and/or other historic built environment resources as part of the transportation project development process.
Prepare written analyses or reports on these resources; identify and analyze impacts of transportation projects on such resources; develop and recommend mitigation measures to avoid or minimize impacts.
Serve as a lead or mentor on specific projects or programs; provide guidance to other staff and may act as a consultant to other agencies.
The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) is an advanced journey-level position with higher consequence of error. Incumbents may be assigned lead responsibilities and may mentor lower-level staff.
Minimum Requirements Minimum requirements are stated in the Class Specification. For this classification, there are two applicable titles:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Other Details Classifications: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,556.00 - $10,221.00
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state-owned or leased vehicle. Final eligibility will be verified prior to interview/appointment. If eligibility is based on education, unofficial transcripts or diploma should be provided for verification.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered.
Who May Apply: Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates are given priority. Training and Development eligibility may also be considered.
How To Apply: Submit application packages electronically through CalCareers.ca.gov or by mail/drop-off. If submitting hard copy, include the STD 678 form and all required documents.
Mailing Address: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Drop-Off Address: Caltrans DHR, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816
Required Documents: Current STD 678; resume (optional). Include copies of transcripts/degree if required for minimum qualifications. Applicants may need to provide transcript evaluations for foreign coursework from NACES or AICE.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's ability, the following will inform competitive ranking:
Thorough knowledge of CEQA/NEPA and related technical documents to determine effects and mitigation strategies.
For more information on benefits, click the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information Human Resources contact and Hiring Unit contact are available to answer questions regarding the application process and the position. Contact: Laura Laurent, (279) 234-2282, Laura.Laurent@dot.ca.gov
Reasonable accommodations requests should be made when scheduling interviews. State EEO/Relays information provided upon request.
Other Notices Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination. The State endorses a drug-free workplace.
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Job Posting: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Department: California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Job Control: JC-491708 Salary: $7,556.00 - $10,221.00 per month Final Filing Date: 10/2/2025
Application Methods Electronic (CalCareer Account) or By Mail / Drop-off
Position Summary Caltrans Environmental Scientists perform a broad range of work concerning environmental issues related to transportation projects. Incumbents conduct field analyses; prepare environmental documents, technical studies, permitting packages, and regulatory permits; ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations; and conduct environmental protection, planning, and mitigation activities. They apply scientific methods to analyze data on the effects of transportation projects on the environment; prepare and review CEQA/NEPA and other technical documents to determine effects; and implement mitigation strategies to lessen project impacts.
Under the general direction of the Environmental Branch Chief, the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) participates as an interdisciplinary team member responsible for archaeological and/or architectural and historic studies and project effects analysis for transportation projects and local assistance projects under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate archaeological, architectural, and/or other historic built environment resources as part of the transportation project development process.
Prepare written analyses or reports on these resources; identify and analyze impacts of transportation projects on such resources; develop and recommend mitigation measures to avoid or minimize impacts.
Serve as a lead or mentor on specific projects or programs; provide guidance to other staff and may act as a consultant to other agencies.
The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) is an advanced journey-level position with higher consequence of error. Incumbents may be assigned lead responsibilities and may mentor lower-level staff.
Minimum Requirements Minimum requirements are stated in the Class Specification. For this classification, there are two applicable titles:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Other Details Classifications: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,556.00 - $10,221.00
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state-owned or leased vehicle. Final eligibility will be verified prior to interview/appointment. If eligibility is based on education, unofficial transcripts or diploma should be provided for verification.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered.
Who May Apply: Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates are given priority. Training and Development eligibility may also be considered.
How To Apply: Submit application packages electronically through CalCareers.ca.gov or by mail/drop-off. If submitting hard copy, include the STD 678 form and all required documents.
Mailing Address: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Drop-Off Address: Caltrans DHR, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816
Required Documents: Current STD 678; resume (optional). Include copies of transcripts/degree if required for minimum qualifications. Applicants may need to provide transcript evaluations for foreign coursework from NACES or AICE.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's ability, the following will inform competitive ranking:
Thorough knowledge of CEQA/NEPA and related technical documents to determine effects and mitigation strategies.
For more information on benefits, click the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information Human Resources contact and Hiring Unit contact are available to answer questions regarding the application process and the position. Contact: Laura Laurent, (279) 234-2282, Laura.Laurent@dot.ca.gov
Reasonable accommodations requests should be made when scheduling interviews. State EEO/Relays information provided upon request.
Other Notices Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination. The State endorses a drug-free workplace.
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