Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00 - $9,321.00 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: 10/1/2026

Looking for innovative and impactful work in a fast-evolving industry?

The Department of Cannabis Control is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Environmental Scientist to join the Compliance Inspection Branch in the SoCal Office, Sacramento Unit. This position is statewide and plays a critical role in ensuring environmental and operational compliance across California’s licensed cannabis facilities.

Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Supervisory) in the Sacramento Unit (Unit), within the Nor Cal Office (Office), part of the Compliance Inspection Branch (Branch), part of the Compliance Division (Division), within the Department of Cannabis Control (Department), the Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform scientific fieldwork and compliance evaluations across all licensed cannabis facilities. The incumbent will be responsible for verifying that licensed facilities are operating in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, and environmental protection requirements.

The incumbent will conduct onsite inspections, technical assessments, and may participate in investigations within an assigned geographic area. The incumbent may also be required to perform coordinated fieldwork and investigations with other governmental agencies, as needed. The geographical location for this position is located within Northern California; however, may be required to conduct business throughout the State of California (State).

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?

Join us and help advance California’s cannabis regulatory framework by supporting Division-wide environmental, operational, and compliance oversight.

What You’ll Do:

Scientific Fieldwork & Compliance Inspections

• Conduct onsite inspections of licensed cannabis facilities in Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Lake, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba Counties.
• Assess compliance with cannabis and environmental regulations and identify deficiencies.
• Prepare clear inspection reports with supporting documentation.
• Support coordinated inspections and search warrants with investigative or law enforcement entities.
• Communicate compliance findings to licensees, stakeholders, and internal staff.

Records Review & Scientific Evaluation

• Review operational records, inventory data, and tracking system information for compliance.
• Evaluate documentation related to water use, waste management, pesticides, storage, and transport.
• Apply scientific methods to identify non compliance and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with regulatory and investigative partners on cases involving environmental or operational concerns.

Communication, Coordination & Education

• Collaborate with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies on compliance matters.
• Provide guidance to licensees and industry representatives on environmental and operational requirements.
• Support educational and outreach efforts, including workshops and seminars.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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