Engineering Geologist
State Water Resources Control Board
JC-485111 - Engineering Geologist
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,299.00 - $11,859.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 8/22/2025
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
Job Description and Duties
Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.
The initial training period for this position will require the candidate to work 100% in the office. Telework, up to three days per week maximum, may be approved following the initial training period.
Are you interested in a meaningful career tackling California's most pressing water quality and natural resources challenges? Do you enjoy fieldwork and collaborating with others to protect the environment? If so, apply today to join our dedicated team.
The California Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board's Redding Office is seeking a motivated and skilled Engineering Geologist to support the Forest Activities Program. The position is located at 364 Knollcrest Dr. Ste 205, Redding, CA 96002.
The Engineering Geologist will play a key role in supporting the goals of the State and Regional Board's Strategic Plan by evaluating, inspecting, monitoring, and regulating timberland management activities on non-federal lands. The incumbent will work under the close supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) and will be required to travel to remote areas, conduct field work in difficult terrain, and in difficult weather conditions, and safely operate four-wheel-drive and all-terrain vehicles.
Duties:
Under the close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent will coordinate with other State Agencies to review timber harvest plans (THPs) and timber harvesting plan emergencies and exemptions, conduct field inspections and develop recommendations to prevent, minimize and mitigate impacts on water quality from forest management, post-fire recovery, ecosystem restorations and fuel reduction projects.
Other duties include maintaining knowledge of water quality statutes and regulations, geologic and hydrogeologic aspects of forestland and vegetation management practices, rural road and watercourse crossing design, planning and ecological effects, erosion control design and maintenance and watershed analysis of multiple land use projects and their impacts on fisheries, water supply, and other beneficial uses of water.
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.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-485111
Position #(s):
...-023
Working Title: Engineering Geologist
Classification: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,299.00 - $7,510.00 A
$7,212.00 - $9,025.00 B
$8,876.00 - $11,116.00 C
$9,470.00 - $11,859.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Shasta County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: State Water Resources Control Board
Department Information
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.
The Water Boards value diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website:
Special Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:
RPA# 24-157-XXX in the Examination or Job Title(s) section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility).
Must have Engineering Geologist list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam:
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here:
Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.
In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/22/2025
State Water Resources Control Board
JC-485111 - Engineering Geologist
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,299.00 - $11,859.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 8/22/2025
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
Job Description and Duties
Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.
The initial training period for this position will require the candidate to work 100% in the office. Telework, up to three days per week maximum, may be approved following the initial training period.
Are you interested in a meaningful career tackling California's most pressing water quality and natural resources challenges? Do you enjoy fieldwork and collaborating with others to protect the environment? If so, apply today to join our dedicated team.
The California Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board's Redding Office is seeking a motivated and skilled Engineering Geologist to support the Forest Activities Program. The position is located at 364 Knollcrest Dr. Ste 205, Redding, CA 96002.
The Engineering Geologist will play a key role in supporting the goals of the State and Regional Board's Strategic Plan by evaluating, inspecting, monitoring, and regulating timberland management activities on non-federal lands. The incumbent will work under the close supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) and will be required to travel to remote areas, conduct field work in difficult terrain, and in difficult weather conditions, and safely operate four-wheel-drive and all-terrain vehicles.
Duties:
Under the close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent will coordinate with other State Agencies to review timber harvest plans (THPs) and timber harvesting plan emergencies and exemptions, conduct field inspections and develop recommendations to prevent, minimize and mitigate impacts on water quality from forest management, post-fire recovery, ecosystem restorations and fuel reduction projects.
Other duties include maintaining knowledge of water quality statutes and regulations, geologic and hydrogeologic aspects of forestland and vegetation management practices, rural road and watercourse crossing design, planning and ecological effects, erosion control design and maintenance and watershed analysis of multiple land use projects and their impacts on fisheries, water supply, and other beneficial uses of water.
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.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-485111
Position #(s):
...-023
Working Title: Engineering Geologist
Classification: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
$6,299.00 - $7,510.00 A
$7,212.00 - $9,025.00 B
$8,876.00 - $11,116.00 C
$9,470.00 - $11,859.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Shasta County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: State Water Resources Control Board
Department Information
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.
The Water Boards value diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website:
Special Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:
RPA# 24-157-XXX in the Examination or Job Title(s) section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility).
Must have Engineering Geologist list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam:
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here:
Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.
In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/22/2025
Job ID: 489098520
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025
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