Scientific Aid
Authorized salary ranges
| Quoted rate | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| $18.26 to $21.67 an hour | $3,165 to $3,756 | $37,981 to $45,074 |
Hourly and daily rates are shown again as their monthly and annual equivalents, at 2,080 hours or 260 working days a year.
Representation
Service Employees International Union, Local 1000 represents Bargaining Unit R11, Engineering and Scientific Technicians.
Where these jobs are
117 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Water Resources Control Board | 80 |
| Pesticide Regulation, Deptartment of | 29 |
| Department of Food & Agriculture | 6 |
| Department of Transportation | 2 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health across all California employers was $57,740 a year in 2018. This classification is authorized from $37,981 to $45,074 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 36 Non-testing seasonal classes requiring priority hiring consideration being given to persons receiving "Aid to Families with Dependent Children" under the provisions of Government Code sections 19063 and 19063.9. (Rev. 07/08/14: PL 14-08) 1.1