ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Sacramento, CA 
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Job Posting: Environmental Scientist

Department of Cannabis Control

JC-429341
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Environmental Scientist
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,145.00 - $7,926.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/10/2024

Job Description and Duties

Under the close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Supervisor), the Environmental Scientist performs a broad range of scientific and professional duties involving environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies for the Department of Cannabis Control (Department). Responsibilities include environmental evaluations of license applications, ensuring compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and approving cultivation plans for all types of commercial cannabis cultivation activities.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

The employee's workstation is located at 2920 Kilgore Rd., Rancho Cordova. The incumbent works in an office setting and works 40 hours per week. The duties of this job are performed indoors in a cubicle environment. The cubicle contains a chair, computer, various software programs, a telephone with voicemail, portable and stationary filing drawers, and overhead cabinets.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-429341
Position #(s):
592-940-0762-010
592-940-0762-XXX
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:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Do you enjoy a fast-paced workplace? Are you interested in a ground floor opportunity?

The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department's mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.
Department Website:
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.
Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program - The incumbent shall participate in DMV's EPN Program, which is a process for providing the Department with a report showing the driver's current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver's license suspensions, driver's license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver's DMV record.
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: 5/10/2024

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:

Department of Cannabis Control
Attn: Classification and Recruitment, JC# 429341, FFD 5/10/2024
P.O. Box 419106
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Cannabis Control
Classification and Recruitment, JC# 429341, FFD 5/10/2024
2920 Kilgore Road
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
The drop off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    Candidates are required to complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to
    completing a standard State application (Examination/Employment Application STD 678).

    Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered.

    The completed SOQ should not be more than three (3) pages, using Arial, 12 point font size. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to the SOQ.

    1. Provide an example of a situation that required you to meet a goal in a short time frame and the steps you took to accomplish that goal.

    2. Describe your knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and how it pertains to cannabis licensing.

    3. Describe your experience interacting and communicating with the public.
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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$4145.00 - $7926.00
Required Experience
Open
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