Jobs and Opportunities
Senior Environmental Scientist, Supervisor with the Central Valley Water Board
Pay Range: $10,030/month - $12,469/month
Final filing date: March 27th, 2023
The Central Valley Water Board has an opening for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) in the Basin Planning Program supervising the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit. This position will oversee the Central Valley Water Board’s salinity control program. Elevated salinity in surface water and groundwater has resulted from increased agricultural, industrial, and municipal activities, coupled with population growth. The phased Salt Control Program is designed to address both legacy and ongoing salt accumulation issues by developing and implementing solutions for managing and controlling salt accumulation in the Central Valley Region.
The position is located at 11020 Sun Center Dr. Suite #200, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670. The Central Valley Water Board is currently implementing a Hybrid Workplace, as such this position is a hybrid position involving some telework and some in-office presence based on operational needs.
Duties:
Pay Range: $10,030/month - $12,469/month
Final filing date: March 27th, 2023
The Central Valley Water Board has an opening for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) in the Basin Planning Program supervising the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit. This position will oversee the Central Valley Water Board’s salinity control program. Elevated salinity in surface water and groundwater has resulted from increased agricultural, industrial, and municipal activities, coupled with population growth. The phased Salt Control Program is designed to address both legacy and ongoing salt accumulation issues by developing and implementing solutions for managing and controlling salt accumulation in the Central Valley Region.
The position is located at 11020 Sun Center Dr. Suite #200, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670. The Central Valley Water Board is currently implementing a Hybrid Workplace, as such this position is a hybrid position involving some telework and some in-office presence based on operational needs.
Duties:
- Supervise, organize, direct, and coordinate technical work for the Salinity and Basin Planning Unit and Central Valley Salinity Alternatives for Long-Term Sustainability (CV-SALTS) program.
- Evaluate beneficial uses and protection for waterbodies within the Central Valley and develop basin plan amendments as appropriate.
- Oversee Salinity and Basin Planning Unit staff work associated with data analysis, assessment of the sources, fate and transport of salt and other pollutants, review and approval of technical reports, evaluate control, mitigation, remediation, and restoration options
- Serve as a communication link between other technical units at the Regional and State Water Boards and between staff and management.
- Represent the Central Valley Regional Water Board at stakeholder meetings and other meetings with local, state and federal agencies, Tribes, and other community members.
- Prepare and present written and oral presentations at public hearings, scientific conferences, and other meetings of the Central Valley Water Board and other federal, state, and local agencies.
- Coordinate with the State Water Board Freshwater and Estuarine Harmful Algal Bloom (FHAB) Program staff and oversee the Central Valley FHAB staff.
Environmental Scientist in the Petroleum Chemistry Laboratory at the Department of Fish and Wildlife
Pay Range: $4,145.00 /month- $7,926.00/month
Final filing date: March 20th, 2023
Are you looking to apply your laboratory skills and talents to protecting the environment? Are you a go-getter and interested in forensic environmental chemistry? If yes, then please apply for this position at the Petroleum Chemistry Laboratory, located along the American River in Rancho Cordova.
The hired individual will utilize Gas chromatography/Mass spectrometry (GC/MS) to "fingerprint" spilled petroleum products in the environment and match them to their potential sources. Duties include sample preparation, sample analysis, data review and analysis, report writing and review, and organization and ordering of laboratory supplies. The incumbent will also perform total petroleum hydrocarbon analysis using GC/MS and GC/FID.
Molecular sleuths will find this position exciting and rewarding! This position offers the opportunity to apply your analytical chemistry skills to the fascinating world of petroleum forensics while protecting the environment.
Check out more information on the CDFW OSPR Petroleum Chemistry Laboratory at: Petroleum Chemistry Lab (ca.gov)
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam: Environmental Scientist CalCareers
Need help understanding the hiring process? We'd love to talk to you! Please contact careers@wildlife.ca.gov and include the Job Control number in the subject title.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Pay Range: $4,145.00 /month- $7,926.00/month
Final filing date: March 20th, 2023
Are you looking to apply your laboratory skills and talents to protecting the environment? Are you a go-getter and interested in forensic environmental chemistry? If yes, then please apply for this position at the Petroleum Chemistry Laboratory, located along the American River in Rancho Cordova.
The hired individual will utilize Gas chromatography/Mass spectrometry (GC/MS) to "fingerprint" spilled petroleum products in the environment and match them to their potential sources. Duties include sample preparation, sample analysis, data review and analysis, report writing and review, and organization and ordering of laboratory supplies. The incumbent will also perform total petroleum hydrocarbon analysis using GC/MS and GC/FID.
Molecular sleuths will find this position exciting and rewarding! This position offers the opportunity to apply your analytical chemistry skills to the fascinating world of petroleum forensics while protecting the environment.
Check out more information on the CDFW OSPR Petroleum Chemistry Laboratory at: Petroleum Chemistry Lab (ca.gov)
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam: Environmental Scientist CalCareers
Need help understanding the hiring process? We'd love to talk to you! Please contact careers@wildlife.ca.gov and include the Job Control number in the subject title.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Research Compliance Senior Specialist with San Jose State University, California
Pay Range: $8,334/month - $9,167/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
Under limited supervision of the Director of Research Compliance, the Research Compliance Senior Specialist will manage university compliance with federal regulations, state law, funding agency regulations, and related CSU and SJSU policies. The Senior Specialist will provide guidance and education for faculty staff and students in responsible conduct of research, conflicts of interest, export control, research misconduct, and other related compliance areas. The Senior Specialist will establish internal administrative procedures for the Research Compliance Unit and collaborate with other administrative units and academic departments at SJSU to develop administrative procedures for compliance functions. The Senior Specialist will also be the stateside liaison to the SJSU Research Foundation to ensure that faculty disclosures submitted in support of external funding are reviewed, and any potential conflicts are adequately documented and managed.
Please note that research experience can be substituted for experience with "compliance" in the job title
DUTIES
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Pay Range: $8,334/month - $9,167/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
Under limited supervision of the Director of Research Compliance, the Research Compliance Senior Specialist will manage university compliance with federal regulations, state law, funding agency regulations, and related CSU and SJSU policies. The Senior Specialist will provide guidance and education for faculty staff and students in responsible conduct of research, conflicts of interest, export control, research misconduct, and other related compliance areas. The Senior Specialist will establish internal administrative procedures for the Research Compliance Unit and collaborate with other administrative units and academic departments at SJSU to develop administrative procedures for compliance functions. The Senior Specialist will also be the stateside liaison to the SJSU Research Foundation to ensure that faculty disclosures submitted in support of external funding are reviewed, and any potential conflicts are adequately documented and managed.
Please note that research experience can be substituted for experience with "compliance" in the job title
DUTIES
- Summarize and communicate SJSU Research Compliance program, including internal policies and processes for complying with federal regulations, state law, and related policies of the CSU and SJSU
- Establish and implement internal administrative procedures for the Research Compliance Unit
- Work collaboratively with other administrative units and academic departments to develop administrative procedures for compliance functions and implement internal controls
- Gather and report RCU Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), prepare annual report for strategic planning process
- Coordinate response to situations involving confidential or sensitive information with discretion
- Analyze, develop, and implement administrative systems to support Research Compliance Unit programs and initiatives, including a Responsible Conduct of Research seminar series
- Develop and implement training programs for faculty and staff on conflicts of interest, conflicts of commitment, export control, research ethics and misconduct, stem cell research, and other topics under RCU jurisdiction
- Respond to, carry out, and manage unplanned projects on short notice
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Biosafety Officer with San Jose State University, California
Pay Range: $5,908/month - $7,516/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with CalOSHA, NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. This position will also be responsible for chairing the Institutional Biosafety Committee and will review and approve biological use authorizations (BUA) campus wide. This position provides support to other laboratory safety programs across multiple colleges to promote the safety of faculty, staff and students.
Please note that the majority of our biology research is actually field work and a marine lab, only BSL1 and 2 in the labs
DUTIES
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Pay Range: $5,908/month - $7,516/month
Final filing date: Until Filled
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe use of campus biological agents, recombinant DNA and biohazards in accordance with CalOSHA, NIH Guidelines and other applicable regulations. This position will also be responsible for chairing the Institutional Biosafety Committee and will review and approve biological use authorizations (BUA) campus wide. This position provides support to other laboratory safety programs across multiple colleges to promote the safety of faculty, staff and students.
Please note that the majority of our biology research is actually field work and a marine lab, only BSL1 and 2 in the labs
DUTIES
- Serves as the Campus Biosafety Officer (BSO), ensuring the safe use of campus bioagents and biohazards.
- Develops, implements, and monitors campus environmental and safety programs, systems, procedures, and training in biosafety.
- Serves as the primary point person for communications and documentation of the biosafety program including but not limited to ensuring the EH&S Biosafety Program provides guidance that is helpful and current, and periodically communicating with BUA holders regarding their BUA/training status, monitoring biosafety cabinet certification, review of relevant new equipment purchases and placement, monitoring Material Transfer Agreements, and other relevant information.
- Performs technical work, and conducts sampling and/or monitoring related to field(s) of expertise.
- Designs new and/or recommends improvements to existing processes and procedures
- Work with researchers/principal investigators to prepare Biological Use Authorizations (BUAs) for laboratories that work with toxins and/or human or nonhuman blood, body fluids, tissues, cell or cell lines, recombinant DNA, plant and animal pathogens, and transgenic species to ensure compliance with CDC, NIH and other applicable university, federal and state regulations and requirements.
- Conducts periodic audits of agent inventory to verify BUA accuracy.
- Provides guidance to researchers in the field or laboratory regarding safe work practices.
- Inspects, investigates incidents and complaints, and recommends corrective action as needed.
- Drafts reports and other documentation, including use of relevant scientific data.
- Works on committees and assignments along with formal and informal coaching and mentoring and regular training, including conference attendance.
- Within specific field maintains knowledge/expertise on existing/proposed changes in all regulations; interprets and applies relevant laws, regulations, codes and standards, including making recommendations for work environment changes based on interpretations and principles of professional practices.
Contact jobs[at[sjsu.edu if you have questions about the position.
Student Assistant - many openings
Open to students who are interested in gaining experience working for the State of California in a department related to their field of study. Employment is based on continued enrollment in a college/university program or an advanced degree program.
Open to students who are interested in gaining experience working for the State of California in a department related to their field of study. Employment is based on continued enrollment in a college/university program or an advanced degree program.
Environmental Sciences - many openings
A broad range of staff, supervisor, and management work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and natural resource management issues related to protecting California's natural resources, agricultural productivity, and public health.
A broad range of staff, supervisor, and management work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and natural resource management issues related to protecting California's natural resources, agricultural productivity, and public health.
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