OPC is Hiring a Water Quality Program Manager – Apply by October 18, 2024

The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is hiring an Environmental Scientist (Water Quality Program Manager) to help advance strategic priorities and inform policies related to improving coastal and marine water quality in California. The Environmental Scientist will lead OPC’s efforts related to water quality and will be responsible for supporting implementation of the OPC’s mission, the California Natural Resources Agency’s policy initiatives, and embedding equity and environmental justice into programs and actions related to reducing impacts from point and non-point source pollution, including plastic pollution and marine debris, ocean acidification and hypoxia, harmful algal blooms, emerging contaminants, and additional threats to coastal and marine ecosystems.

Applicants should have a strong scientific and policy background, working knowledge of coastal and ocean issues and stakeholders in California, experience working on projects, research, developing and/or analyzing regulations, policy, or legislation related to coastal or ocean water quality in California or elsewhere, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency reading and speaking Spanish is preferred. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks is a must.

Review the minimum qualifications for an Environmental Scientist, including necessary education and experience. Completion of the Environmental Scientist State Civil Service Examination is required, and exam scores must rank in the top three tiers within the applicant pool to be further considered in the application process.

This position is considered Remote-Centered, which means the incumbent would telework 50% or more of the time within a work month from an alternate work location. The incumbent can telework with a management approved telework agreement and schedule. OPC staff are required to work from CNRA headquarters located in Sacramento a minimum of two days a week, on Mondays and Tuesdays. 

Apply:

The application deadline is October 18, 2024.  For more details and to apply, please visit the job posting on the CalCareers website.