Environmental Scientist (JC 373234)
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Do you have a passion for protecting the environment and ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources? The Central Coast Water Board is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist to join our team in San Luis Obispo, California. In this position, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing our Basin Plan, which outlines water quality objectives for the Central Coast Region.
The Basin Plan is a comprehensive plan that establishes water quality objectives and implementation measures for the Central Coast Region and is critical to protecting the region's water resources and ensuring that they remain safe and healthy for human use and ecological function. The Basin Plan addresses a wide range of water quality issues, including sediment and erosion control, nutrient management, and pollution prevention, among others. The Central Coast Water Board is responsible for implementing the Basin Plan, and the Environmental Scientist will play a critical role in protecting water quality throughout the entire Central Coast Region.
At the Central Coast Water Board, we are committed to protecting and improving the water quality in our region. As an Environmental Scientist, you'll have the opportunity to use your expertise to ensure that our waterways remain safe and healthy for generations to come. We are looking for someone who is passionate about environmental protection and who is eager to contribute to the development of innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges. Your work will be critical in helping us achieve our mission of preserving and protecting the natural resources in our region.
If you're ready to join a dynamic and dedicated team of environmental professionals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! The position is located at 895 Aerovista Place, Suite 101, San Luis Obispo, CA.
Duties:
Please review the attached Duty Statement for description of roles and responsibilities.
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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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.