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Environmental Scientist

Salary: $4,269.00 – $8,877.00 per Month

Schedule: Full time – Permanent

Location: San Diego County, CA

 

Full Position Description & Apply 

 

 

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.

 

 

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 12 point Arial font, and normal margins.

Explain your experience and/or knowledge of the following:

  1. Stream and other aquatic systems and processes, including hydrologic, geomorphic, geologic, and biological.
  2. Stream and wetland compensatory mitigation and restoration techniques.
  3. Environmental scientific investigations, research, surveys, and evaluations related to aquatic systems.
  4. The local, state, and federal aquatic resource permitting processes in California including Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act and Clean Water Act Section 401/404.

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.

 

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:

  1. Experience working with the public.
  2. Water/Water Quality related knowledge and/or training.
  3. Experience interpreting water laws, rules and regulations.
  4. Experience using scientific analytical methods.
  5. Leadership Experience.