Engineering Geologist

To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply, you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search for job code 472434 to locate the job posting and apply. 

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 7/03/2025. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position and in accordance with the Executive Order (EO) 22-25.

The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) Division of Financial Assistance has an opening for a permanent full-time Engineering Geologist, in the Expedited Claim Account Program (ECAP). You will be part of a technical team that works with Regional Boards, Local Oversight Programs, claimants, consultants, and the public to advance leaking Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulatory cases to site closure under the Low-Threat UST Case Closure Policy. Job duties require strong critical thinking, project management, and communication skills; expertise in UST assessment and remediation; and the ability to review and interpret data, technical reports, feasibility studies and remedial action plans.

The position is with the State Water Board Division of Financial Assistance in the Underground Storage Tank Cleanup Fund Branch. The office is located at 801 K Street, 8th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

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Job type: Full-Time

$6,299.00 - $11,859.00 per Month

The Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.