Please note: this is a re-advertisement. If you have previously applied for this vacancy, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.

Are you looking to join a dynamic team working to protect, restore, and maintain water quality in beautiful Eastern California?

The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board is recruiting a full time, permanent, Environmental Scientist in its Planning and Assessment Unit. The position can be based in either South Lake Tahoe (2501 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150) or Victorville (15095 Amargosa Rd, Building 2, Suite 2010, Victorville, CA 92394). Victorville placement may require periodic additional travel.

The Planning and Assessment Unit conducts surface water monitoring, assesses surface water quality to determine if it protects beneficial uses, develops water quality restoration plans (i.e. TMDLs), and makes amendments to the Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the Lahontan Region. The Lahontan Region covers 24% of the State of California, from the Oregon border to the Mojave Desert, and from the crest of the Sierra Nevada east to the Nevada border. Project work will require occasional travel.

The successful applicant will be responsible for writing plans to restore impaired waterbodies, protect high quality waters, and will develop updates to water quality standards and other elements of the Basin plan to improve the ability of the Water Board to maintain, protect, and restore the waters of Eastern California, and to respond to a changing environment.

The position will engage with, and be responsive to stakeholders, Tribal representatives, the public, and the needs of Water Board programs when developing TMDLs and Alternative Restoration Plans, creating Basin Plan amendments, and developing CEQA compliant documents for these planning efforts. The position is required to present findings and recommendations to the Lahontan Water Board during public meetings.

Ideally, the candidate is a proficient technical writer who demonstrates intellectual curiosity, creativity, and technical expertise that leads to development of well-crafted documents, including restoration plans and Basin Plan amendments. A qualified candidate will be a collaborative team player, clear communicator, critical thinker, and someone who works well independently and can craft clear narratives informed by data and policy analyses. Contact the Hiring Supervisor with any questions.

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.

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

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

• ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-408485

Position #(s):
880-160-0762-024

Working Title:
Environmental Scientist

Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $4,145.00 - $5,132.00 A
$5,037.00 - $6,250.00 B
$6,375.00 - $7,926.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
El Dorado County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

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 value 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# 23-160-034 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 Environmental Scientist list , transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam: Environmental Scientist (ca.gov)

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: 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:

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resources - Anulika White
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
Human Resources - Anulika White
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 SOQ requirements.
• Other - Cover letter is required and must be included. The cover letter is an opportunity for the applicant to demonstrate their writing ability, understanding of the position, and relative experience.

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:

• Project management experience, including using critical thinking skills to identify and frame the project purpose, develop a project timeline, and adapt to change.
• Experience effectively communicating complex technical findings and recommendations in an accessible manner, in reports and by oral presentation.
• Experience conducting outreach and engaging stakeholders.
• Experience investigating pollutant sources. Ability to map and analyze data, and the fate and transport of pollutants, using a combination of spatial analysis software, statistical analysis, and watershed or waterbody models, storymaps, or other graphical tools.
• Knowledge and experience working with regulators and/or regulated parties and proposing pollutant controls using regulatory and non-regulatory tools.
• Familiarity with Clean Water Act section 303(d) and water quality standards.

Benefits
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:
Anulika White
(916) 322-9956
Anulika.white@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Daniel Sussman
(530) 542-5466
daniel.sussman@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 three (3) pages in length, using Arial font, size 11 , and normal margins.

The Statement is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's knowledge, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and demonstrate an ability to perform the tasks described in the duty statement. The Statement must address the Desirable Qualifications (see above section) in the same order as listed.

This document will be used in selecting eligible candidates for an interview.

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated may 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.