Environmental Scientist

4 weeks ago


Alameda County CA, United States Department of Transportation Full time

The Staff Archaeologist performs a variety of professional scientific office and field work in support of archaeological studies and project effects analysis pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable state and federal regulations. The archaeologist is responsible for gathering data on cultural resources; performing preliminary environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies; preparing reports; preparing routine correspondence; answering questions from the public; preparing regulatory and compliance documents; and other related work. This position is under the general direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), in the Office of Cultural Resource Studies.
**PARF 04-4-0557 and JC-430057**
- Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the _CLASSIFICATION 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. The _CLASSIFICATION Exam_ is located here: _CalCareers_You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Working Conditions

**Position located in Oakland, Alameda County**

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 between the incumbent and the employer; 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.

**Multiple positions **_may _**be filled from this recruitment.**
Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-430057
- **Position #(s)**:

- 904-135-0762-XXX
- **Working Title**:
**Staff Archaeologist**

**Classification**:

- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,145.00 - $7,926.00
- **# of Positions**:

- Multiple
- **Work Location**:

- Alameda County
- **Telework**:

- Hybrid
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, Full Time
- **Facility**:

- California Department of Transportation
- Department Information

**Caltrans Mission**: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

**Caltrans Vision**: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

**The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.**
- Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
- Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2024
- **Who May Apply**
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
- **How To Apply**
- **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
-Caltrans DHR Contact
-Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
-1727 30th Street, MS 90
-Sacramento, CA 95816
-08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications
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**Benefits**:
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

**Human Resources Contact**:
David Maxwell
(279) 234-2433

**Hiring Unit Contact**:
Helen Blackmore
(510) 504-2182

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

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