Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) (JC-531341)

Senior Environmental Scientist Coastal Resources Specialist

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Job Control: JC-531341

Classification: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Annual Salary: $93,840.00 - $128,784.00

Apply by: 9/29/2026

All applications must be submitted through the link external link on Calcareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the general direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory). The incumbent is an interdisciplinary team member on Project Development Teams (PDT) performing the most complex tasks to facilitate timely delivery of transportation projects within the coastal zone. The incumbent shall lead, with minimal supervision, data analysis, document preparation and application preparation for addressing coastal resources as part of the California Coastal Act and Coastal Zone Management Act. The incumbent shall facilitate State and Local coastal permit coordination, obtain Coastal Development Permits, waivers, exclusions and represent North Region Environmental at coordination meetings and public hearings with coastal permitting agencies while closely tracking and reporting on the status of permits and complex mitigation packages.

*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting.

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