Engineering Geologist
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $6,488 to $7,735 | $77,856 to $92,820 |
| B | $7,428 to $9,296 | $89,136 to $111,552 |
| C | $9,142 to $11,449 | $109,704 to $137,388 |
| D | $9,754 to $12,215 | $117,048 to $146,580 |
Representation
Professional Engineers in California Government represents Bargaining Unit R09, Professional Engineers.
Where these jobs are
663 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Water Resources Control Board | 299 |
| Department of Conservation | 153 |
| Department of Transportation | 75 |
| Department of Water Resources | 67 |
| Department of Toxic Substances Control | 50 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers across all California employers was $106,500 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $77,856 to $146,580 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)
- Footnote 21 Class designated as an exception to State Personnel Board Rule 431.