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Final Filing Date:  October 26, 2026.

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At DWR you will have the support of knowledgeable and helpful colleagues, robust training programs, and professional organizational memberships for your professional growth.  Our large organization provides an opportunity for a long and promising career full of growth and opportunity.  We hope you’ll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity.

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for a fulfilling career that provides you the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the state? We are looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our diverse, dynamic, and multi-disciplinary team in the Financial Assistance Branch. In this position, you would help review grant applications and select high impact projects to receive state funding. You would also manage awarded grants and agreements and work closely with regional and local agencies, non-profits, underrepresented communities, and Tribes, to ensure completion of projects and proper use of state funds. Our grant programs provide millions of dollars to fund a wide range of water related projects, allowing you to gain valuable experience and opportunities for advancement. Example of projects we fund include stream restoration, groundwater recharge, and water treatment and recycling to ensure clean drinking water for all Californians.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527904

Working Title: Environmental Scientist

Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Salary Range:

$4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A

$5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B

$6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:  1

Work Location: Sacramento  

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Contact Information:
Katelyn Carty
(279) 231-0767
Katelyn.carty@water.ca.gov

For more information including detailed job duties, minimum qualifications, and how to apply, please go to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=527904.

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