Environmental Coordinator

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

$7,820.00 - $10,732.00 per Month (New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.)

Final Filing Date: 3/5/2026

Location: 1657 Riverside Dr., Redding, CA 96001

Under the direction of the Vegetation Management Senior (Senior Environmental Scientist, CT), the Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist:

• Conducts research and investigations and performs environmental reviews necessary for the preparation of regulatory and compliance documents for transportation and vegetation‑management related projects.
• Serves as an environmental liaison for the Office of Vegetation Management HQ and the Maintenance Program, developing project‑level environmental elements to implement transportation improvements and enhancements, aiming for superior business results and equity.
• May be required to travel occasionally and complete overnight stays.
• Must hold a valid California driver’s license.

• Score on the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) exam or other eligibility criteria as defined by the California state examination list.
• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL); include CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements or restrictions.
• Resume (copy required). Copy of transcripts or degree documentation may be required if the applicant bases eligibility on education.
• Applicants with foreign transcripts or degrees must submit an evaluation of equivalency from a recognized agency (e.g., naces.org or aice-eval.org).

Benefits summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California is available.  for details.

Complete application packages must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Electronic submissions are recommended through your Cal Careers account. Hard‑copy applications may be mailed to:

• Department of Transportation – Certification Services, MS-90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036
• Drop‑off address: 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Required documents include the State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678), resume, and any supporting documentation verifying minimum qualifications.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. The State of California is a drug‑free workplace; any applicant for state employment is expected to behave in accordance with this objective.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Shelly Yarbro
(530) 338‑5162

Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. For reasonable accommodations during the interview process, contact the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice).

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire with your completed State application (STD 678). Your application must exclude confidential information such as Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, and LEAP status.