Environmental Scientist

2 weeks ago


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

Be essential at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), where employees are valued and come together to manage and protect California’s diverse fish, wildlife, and habitats, for their ecological values and public enjoyment The incumbent will provide a broad range of diverse biological and environmental review and regulatory tasks, including conducting complex investigations and directing projects involving multi-species and multi-habitat resource assessment, directing long term conservation planning, habitat maintenance, habitat acquisition, environmental review, public outreach and education, wildlife loss control, depredation control, and law and regulation changes within the South Coast Region. They will manage and respond to wildlife conflict and incident response in coordination with regional staff, Law Enforcement Division, and the Wildlife Health Laboratory, and investigate reported conflicts, depredation, potential public safety, and investigations associated with wildfire, drought, disease, or contaminants. Good communication skills are important as the incumbent will also provide public outreach and education, and participate in public meetings and seminars. The primary geographical focus of this position will be in Los Angeles County, but work may be assigned in any part of the Region and occasionally statewide.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:
Environmental Scientist**:Exam Bulletin Link**

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-433079
- **Position #(s)**:

- 565-581-0762-010
- **Working Title**:
**Los Angeles County Wildlife Biologist**

**Classification**:

- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,145.00 - $5,132.00 A
$5,037.00 - $6,250.00 B
$6,375.00 - $7,926.00 C
- **# of Positions**:

- 1
- **Work Location**:

- Orange County
- **Telework**:

- Hybrid
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, 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
- Ability to work independently; to communicate and manage high stress situations in a calm, organized and professional manner; and to represent agency viewpoint without personal conflicts. Must be willing to work atypical hours, 10+ hours per day, and on weekends. Must be willing and capable to competently use firearms as per the Department’s Policy for Non-Enforcement Personnel. Must be willing and capable to competently use and possess wildlife restraint drugs and equipment. Must be willing to handle live animals, carcasses, and conduct simple tissue sampling and necropsies. Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 5/31/2024
- **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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Other - A **Valid Driver's License** is required. Please provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your Driver's License (DL), clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.

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
-

**Benefits**:

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

**Hiring Unit Contact**:
Jane McKeever
(858) 386-9934

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