Environmental Scientist

2 weeks ago


Yolo County CA, United States Department of Water Resources Full time

Are you looking for a rewarding career carrying out projects to help native California anadromous fish species? Would you like to work on an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to develop, implement, and adaptively manage fish restoration projects? The California Department of Water Resources is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist to join our team who is passionate about restoration and fish monitoring. This position has an exciting mix of field work, science communication, data analysis, and leadership.
- You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-434951
- **Position #(s)**:

- 840-380-0762-005
- **Working Title**:
**Environmental Scientist**

**Classification**:

- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,145.00 - $7,926.00
- **# of Positions**:

- 1
- **Work Location**:

- Yolo County
- **Telework**:

- Hybrid
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, Full Time
- Department Information

**Division of Integrated Science and Engineering**

**Riverine Habitat Restoration Section**

**Restoration Ecology Unit**

**West Sacramento**
**Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- ***

Special Requirements
- Incumbent must be physically fit to meet the demands of extended field sampling in aquatic habitats. Must be able to swim 50 yards and stay afloat at least 10 minutes. Must be able to move and transport equipment or objects weighing up to 40 pounds over rugged terrain. Must possess a valid California driver's license to drive to various meetings and sites which may require driving off paved roads. Must be able to work on research vessels in rough conditions without incapacitation due to sea sickness. Incumbent must be willing to work extended hours, including at night, on occasion. Some overnight travel may be required. Incumbent must be knowledgeable of the biology and habitat requirements of California sturgeons and salmonids.
- All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
- The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. DWR offers a hybrid workplace model that is designed to support a workforce of both office-centered and remote-centered workers. Regular and consistent attendance - whether office-centered or remote-centered - is essential to the successful performance in this position.
- Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 6/14/2024
- **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 Water Resources
-Attn: Division of Human Resources
-P.O. Box 1079
-Sacramento, CA 95812

**Address for Drop-Off Application Packages**
Department of Water Resources
-Certification Desk
-715 P Street, 7th floor
-Sacramento, CA 95814
-08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other
- See Supplemental Questionnaire information under Special Instructions below. Please limit your answer to approximately one page for each question (double-spaced, Arial 12 pt font).
- 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.

Desirable Qualifications
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**Benefits**:

- Some added benefits DWR offers eligible employees at this



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