Senior Engineering Geologist (JC-503509)

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Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 1/20/2026. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

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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. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a high-profile position to help California communities address water quality issues? Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment with opportunities to innovate and lead positive change? If so, then this is the position for you! Apply today and join our dedicated and driven team.

The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Financial Assistance has an opening for a Senior Engineering Geologist in the Cleanup Fund Branch. The position is located at 801 K Street, Sacramento CA, 95814 right in the heart of Downtown close to light rail stations, other public transportation, awesome restaurants, and more.

Duties: 

Under the general direction of the Supervising Engineering Geologist and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the State Water Resources Control Board Strategic Plan, the incumbent is expected to be courteous and provide timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments. The incumbent is responsible for the supervision and direction of technical staff that perform geological, engineering, and hydrogeological reviews of data related to petroleum underground storage tank (UST) regulatory cases. The incumbent works within the technical sections which support Cleanup Fund programs by performing engineering, geological, and hydrogeological reviews of data related to petroleum UST release sites. This position requires interaction with internal and external stakeholders, training staff and maintaining staff productivity. The work environment is fast paced with opportunities to innovate and lead positive change.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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Job type: Full-Time

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month

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