Fish and Wildlife Technician

7 days ago


San Diego County CA, United States Department of Fish and Wildlife Full time

Working in the great outdoors Become part of the Wildfire Resiliency team with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and work in the great outdoors. CDFW employees are valued and come together to manage and protect California’s diverse fish, wildlife, and habitats, for their ecological values and public enjoyment CDFW owns and manages many back county lands know as wildlife areas and ecological reserves. CDFW needs someone to help protect these wild open spaces to ensure wildlife has a place and to help enhance public safety. CDFW Fish & Wildlife Technicians help to ensure that these wildlife areas and ecological reserves are hardened against unwanted wildfires by maintain firebreaks and defensible space around buildings, structures, roads, trails, and the wildland urban interface on Department lands. Reduce ignition sources and fuel loads through mechanical (blading, mowing, tree limbing, brush removal), and maintaining road systems to allow for emergency access. Fish & Wildlife Technicians also conduct pre work project species surveys and wildlife monitoring after work project completion.

**This position is a 12 month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.**

If you currently have permanent status in your position and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position at the end of this LT appointment. If you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status, you will be separated from state service.
- During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.
- **In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam**:
Fish and Wildlife Technician: Exam Bulletin Link
- You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Working Conditions

Office will be located at the San Diego Headquarters Office. Work involves regularly working outside in inclement weather and harsh conditions. Areas include uneven terrain in various environments. Requires ability to operate and drive numerous types of heavy equipment and 4x4 vehicles, and willingness to drive to remote locations, lift heavy objects, and ability to change hours of work due to area activities. May encounter mosquitoes, ticks and other stinging/biting insects, rattlesnakes and other wildlife. Must wear a uniform while interacting with the public. Routine work involves unusual hours and potential scheduling on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Some overnight travel may be required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-427686
- **Position #(s)**:

- 565-561-0916-905
- **Working Title**:
**Wildfire Resiliency Fish and Wildlife Technician - Limited Term**

**Classification**:

- FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN
$3,770.00 - $4,491.00 A
$3,913.00 - $4,898.00 B
- **# of Positions**:

- 1
- **Work Location**:

- San Diego County
- **Telework**:

- In Office
- **Job Type**:

- 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
- Department Information
- Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.
- California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.
- Join us and begin a meaningful new career
- Special Requirements
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 5/6/2024
- **Who May 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**
- **Address for Mailing Application Packages**
Department of Fish and Wildlife
-Attn: Human Resources Branch
-P.O. Box 944209
-Sacramento, CA 94244

**Address for Drop-Off Application Packages**
Department of Fish and Wildlife
-Human Resources Branch
-Temporarily Closed
-See Filing Instructions
-Sacramento, CA 95814
-08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other
**A valid driver’s license is required**. Please include the following Driver's License (DL) information on a separate piece of paper along with a photocopy of the front and back of the license: Name as stated on license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration**.**

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