Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Manager of the Climate Change and Innovative Technologies Section in the Statewide Technical and Analytical Resources (STAR) Branch, the Senior Environmental Scientist will perform the most difficult, complex and sensitive scientific and technical duties related to CalRecycle’s climate change initiatives. The incumbent will act as CalRecycle’s specialist for overseeing research of solid waste management activities and their effect on climate change. The incumbent’s expertise will be used to coordinate complex projects, manage climate change related contracts, and participate in strategic planning, policy-making working groups, and technical advisory panels.

The incumbent will provide technical expertise related to emerging organic management technologies, advanced chemical recycling technologies used to process recovered plastic materials, short-lived climate pollutant (SLCP) reduction strategies under SB 1383 (Lara, Chapter 395, Statutes of 2016), and emission impacts included in life cycle analyses and energy initiatives such as the Renewable Portfolio Standard, Low Carbon Fuel Standard, and biomethane procurement targets. The incumbent will also serve as the primary legislative contact for solid waste management issues pertaining to climate change. This position may involve travel throughout the state approximately 10% of the time.

This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your applications. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Failing to maintain a valid CDL will result in a failure to meet job requirements.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense

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Special Requirements

When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 23-283 & Position 835-774-0765-003 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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:

• Clear, organized, and well-written application packet (e.g., cover letter, statement of qualifications, resume, state application).

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including experience developing and giving presentations to a public audience, writing and editing summaries of complex scientific topics for non-experts, and collaborating with all levels of staff and other governmental agencies, industry, and the public.

• Advanced project management skills, including planning, organizing, and working independently to lead and complete multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Experience performing independent research, interpreting environmental data, and evaluation of greenhouse gas emission impacts to address complex environmental issues through development of technical analyses that include policy options and recommendations.

• Ability to effectively interact with teams and promote collaborative relationships with internal and external parties, including governmental agencies, international groups, industry, non-governmental organizations, and the public.

• Strong scientific and technical background, including knowledge of solid waste management and climate change policies and programs.

• Experience using Microsoft Office and software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and SharePoint, and using databases to develop spreadsheets and/or reports.

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, CalRecycle offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered for this position. SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, and no smaller than 12-point font.

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 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Cover Letter

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Permanent employment, Full time, Remote job,

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