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Own all aspects of the SMP, including incorporating changes in close collaboration with the DTSC. * Oversee and conduct various monitoring and sampling required by the SMP, including monitoring of ...

Own all aspects of the SMP, including incorporating changes in close collaboration with the DTSC. * Oversee and conduct various monitoring and sampling required by the SMP, including monitoring of ...

Maintain compliance with regulations from agencies including the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA ...

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How much do dtsc jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for dtsc in the United States is $20.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DTSC?

DTSC stands for the Department of Toxic Substances Control, a California state agency responsible for protecting public health and the environment from hazardous waste. DTSC jobs include a wide range of positions such as scientists, engineers, inspectors, analysts, and administrative staff. Employees work on regulating hazardous waste, overseeing cleanups, developing safer chemical regulations, and ensuring compliance with environmental laws. These roles often require specialized education or experience in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, or public administration.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a DTSC environmental scientist?

To thrive as a DTSC Environmental Scientist, you need a strong background in environmental science or engineering, supported by a relevant degree and knowledge of hazardous waste regulations. Familiarity with tools such as GIS mapping software, environmental sampling equipment, and regulatory compliance systems is important. Critical thinking, effective communication, and attention to detail are essential soft skills for conducting investigations and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and the protection of public health and the environment.

What are common challenges faced by professionals working in a DTSC role?

Professionals in DTSC roles often navigate complex regulatory frameworks while ensuring public and environmental safety. A key challenge is balancing compliance requirements with the practical realities of site investigations and hazardous waste management. Team members frequently collaborate with scientists, engineers, regulators, and community stakeholders, which requires strong communication and project management skills. Additionally, staying current with evolving environmental laws and policies is essential for success in this dynamic field.

What is the difference between Dtsc vs Environmental Technician?

AspectDtscEnvironmental Technician
CertificationsOSHA, HAZWOPER, possibly state-specific licensesOSHA, HAZWOPER, sometimes state-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentRegulatory agencies, environmental sites, consulting firmsField sites, laboratories, environmental consulting
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, environmental consulting firmsEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, industrial sites

While both Dtsc and Environmental Technicians work in environmental settings, Dtsc professionals often focus on regulatory compliance and oversight, whereas Environmental Technicians typically perform field sampling and data collection. The roles overlap in certifications and work environments, but Dtsc roles are more regulatory and policy-oriented, while Environmental Technicians are more hands-on in the field.

More about DTSC jobs
Infographic showing various Dtsc job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,016 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Project Manager Analyst

Sacramento, CA โ€ข On-site

$6.0K - $7.5K/mo

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Hazardous Waste Management Program is looking for an Analyst II to join our team! Use your strong analytical and research skills to help protect the environment and the safety of Californians. We are searching for individuals that are interested in reviewing federal and state hazardous waste regulations to maintain DTSC's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) authorization.
As an Analyst II you will have the opportunity to:
  • Coordinate with DTSC programs and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) on the preparation of applications for federally issued hazardous waste grants, management assistance including the RCRA grant
  • Work independently with various technical and management staff, Fiscal Planning and Contracting Services, and the U.S. EPA to develop, consolidate, transmit and track grant packages and supporting documentation from the various programs within DTSC
  • Draft, coordinate, compile and edit grant work plans from the various programs and work with Administrative Services to develop supporting fiscal data
  • Independently review, analyze, track, and monitor federal regulations implemented or in the process of being implemented by U.S. EPA under the authority of RCRA affecting California's hazardous waste management programs, including, but not limited to: site mitigation and restoration, enforcement, and permitting programs
  • Determine if current state regulations are at a minimum equivalent to maintain DTSC's authorization for HWMP activities

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:
  • Strong analytical and research abilities
  • Experience providing reports and data analysis
  • Ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships with staff at all levels of the organization
  • Experience written communication (memos, white papers, publications, fact sheets, FAQs, formal letters, etc.)
  • Ability to manage and appropriately prioritize assignments of multiple projects
  • Knowledge of modern office methods and equipment, including experience with personal computers utilizing Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Experience in oral communication (conducting outreach, training, stakeholder meetings, public presentations, etc.)
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of Toxic Substances Control does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.
A hybrid schedule may be available for this position.
Click the link below for a special message from Director Katie Butler on DTSC's culture:
DTSC - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • ANALYST II
Additional Documents
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-529481
Position #(s):
810-970-5393-006
Working Title:
Project Manager Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST II $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
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:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Headquarters
Department Information
This position is located at DTSC's Headquarters office in downtown Sacramento, CA .
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).
Our Mission: To protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.
Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.
Our Core Values: DTSC values 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 protect California's people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!
DTSC Recruitment Survey:
Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager's review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.
The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, contain no more than 5 grammatical and spelling errors, and Arial font size 12.
Your SOQ should address the following:
1. Describe your experience leading high-priority projects or assignments that demonstrate your ability to organize, analyze, and effectively manage workloads.
2. Based on the duty statement, what are two key contributions you can bring to this role?
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: 9/8/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Headquarters
Attn: Talent Acquisition 21 Fl
P.O. Box 806
Sacramento , CA 95812-0806
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Toxic Substances Control
CalEPA
Talent Acquisition 21 Fl
1001 I Street
Sacramento , CA 95814-2828
Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements" section above for additional information.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition
(916) 324-2423
Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Amy Paullin
(916) 322-4066
DTSC_HWMP_Recruitments@dtsc.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 324-3095
OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the "Application Instructions" section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.
For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 529481 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.
Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.
Foreign Degrees
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org .
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).
Examination Information
List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Analyst II , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.