Job Posting: Environmental Coordinator
Department of Transportation
JC-499963 - Environmental Coordinator (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST)
Job Description and Duties
The Environmental Scientist is a key member of the Environmental Stewardship Branch at Caltrans District 5. The incumbent will be an environmental team lead on project development teams for the delivery of transportation projects throughout District 5. The Environmental Scientist will be critical in identifying and furthering ways to avoid and minimize environmental impacts and contribute to enhancements within the State Highway System. Under the direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Environmental Scientist plans and executes the complex environmental studies required to facilitate project delivery. The incumbent will gather, research, and analyze social, natural, and environmental data for preparation, review, and processing of environmental documents considering the impacts of transportation projects as mandated by federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Occasional overtime, travel and overnight stays may be required. A valid driver's license is desired.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Environmental Scientist exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquarters location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquarters will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
The incumbent will work in a climate‑controlled environment in a cubicle‑based office setting; in a home office as part of an approved telework agreement; and in the field in locations ranging from office buildings to locations on or adjacent to the State Highway System. These situations may expose the incumbent to potentially unsafe situations, and the incumbent will be required to take mandated trainings and adhere to safe work and field practices. The incumbent may be exposed to extreme weather conditions during field reviews.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-499963
Position #: 905-156-0762-004
Working Title: Environmental Coordinator
Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: San Luis Obispo County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.
Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
- The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, 1‑2 pages in length, and 12‑point Arial font.
Describe your experience as it relates to this position/Duty Statement, the Classification Specifications, the Minimum Qualifications, and answer the following questions:
- Provide examples of your experience reviewing and preparing environmental documents required by CEQA and NEPA.
- Provide examples of your experience working with project development teams to meet deadlines on delivering environmental documents.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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.
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
Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages
Department of Transportation
Drop‑Off Address
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State Holidays
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents: 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. Resume is optional. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Ellaine Cupino, (916) 201-8424, ellaine.cupino@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Caroline Fiscalini, (805) 858-8416, Caroline.Fiscalini@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
