Under general direction and guidance of the Compliance Branch Chief (or their designate), the position requires managing the Air Quality Management Program, while supporting and learning the requirements of the Solid Waste/Recycling, Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Compliance Clean up and Above Ground Storage tanks (AST)/Underground Storage Tanks (UST) programs.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-431555

Position #(s):
006-192-0765-100

Working Title:
Environmental Compliance Specialist

Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,336.00 - $9,126.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information
As an employee of the CA Military Department (CMD), you are required to perform the "essential functions" of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. You are expected to work cooperatively with all internal/external staff, to provide the highest level of customer service possible while meeting the CMD mission. All employees are required to treat others fairly, honestly, and with respect.

The CMD has free parking; a free gym on-site for employees; and conveniently located within a few miles of major shopping centers, including many restaurants.

Persons employed at the California Military Department must be a United States Citizen (or naturalized citizen) and able to pass a background investigation and LiveScan fingerprinting.

*This position may/may not be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the CMD and based on the current telework policy. While the CMD supports telework where possible, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

Department Website: http://www.calguard.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.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.

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: 5/25/2024
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:

Military Department
Attn: State Personnel - Box 27
10601 Bear Hollow Drive

Rancho Cordova , CA 95670

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Military Department
State Personnel - Box 27
10601 Bear Hollow Drive

Rancho Cordova , CA 95670

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 - A Statement of Qualifications is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be disqualified and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. SOQ must be:
  • Restate Questions prior to response
  • A maximum of 2 pages
  • Arial size 12 font
  Please answer the questions below in the SOQ Questions Section.
  

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 may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources website at http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx and to the California Public Employees Retirement System website for Health Benefits at https://www.calpers.ca.gov/

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.calguard.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Rhonda Tiner
(916) 854-3791
rhonda.tiner@cmd.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:
Sally Gill
(916) 854-3154
sally.l.gill.mil@mail.mil
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
PLEASE DESCRIBE YOUR KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. What in your opinion is the role and importance of environmental management of military lands and mission activities?

2. Please describe your experience managing air program technical requirements including collecting emissions data, APCD/AQMD equipment inventories, preparing for controlled burn events, compiling annual emissions reports for regulators, compiling greenhouse gas reports, and tracking mobile equipment/tabulating usage data of mobile equipment.

3. Please describe your experience in the field of solid waste management regarding managing monitoring requirements (including landfill gas monitoring) for active and closed landfills, reviewing active landfill operations for compliance with permit conditions, and developing and implementing policies dealing with solid waste/recycle programs.

4. Please describe your experience managing contracts for environmental contracts including preparing scopes of work and contracting documents, obtaining bids, assessing bids, reviewing and approving contract
deliverables and invoices, managing budget issues, and related tasks.

5. Please discuss your experience with Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) related issues. Detail any experience providing technical oversight/interpretation and evaluation of PFAS/PFOA site data collected in the field.

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.