Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) (JC-421833)

Senior Environmental Scientist – Lead Archaeologist

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Job Control: JC-421833

Classification: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Annual Salary: $88,032.00 – $109,512.00

Apply by: 3/29/2024

All applications must be submitted through the link external link on Calcareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

This is an advanced journey level position located in the District 5 Environmental Stewardship Branch. Under the general direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) the incumbent is an interdisciplinary team member performing the most complex tasks to facilitate timely delivery of District 5 transportation projects, Local Assistance projects, and nontransportation projects including encroachment permit review, unsheltered encampments, fuels reduction management plans, and routine field maintenance. The incumbent shall perform all the duties of an Environmental Scientist in the Environmental Stewardship Branch. In addition, the incumbent shall independently identify and develop courses of action for complex problems including emergency procedures, resource agency and Native American consultation, and providing enhanced services for local agencies as assigned. The incumbent shall oversee and review cultural resources documentation, resource agency and Native American coordination performed in Environmental Stewardship Branch, in support of project compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and Public Resource Code 5024, NEPA, CEQA and other applicable state and federal regulations. The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) will be responsible for advising the Branch Chief on Cultural-related policy-related issues in the District. The position focuses on the most complex projects in Environmental Stewardship Branch, and the incumbent may be assigned additional services on behalf of Local Agencies. The position will focus on interfacing with the Headquarters Office of Cultural Studies, State Historic Preservation Office, external agencies, Native American Tribes, community and historical preservation groups, and consultants. The incumbent is expected to work in an independent capacity both within and outside Caltrans and within programs that may have significant consequences for Caltrans and its constituents. The incumbent shall provide training and mentorship for new employees, as needed. Additionally, the incumbent is also responsible for hiring, training and leading student assistants, as needed.

*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting.

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