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Environmental Scientist

1 month ago

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

Incumbent must be willing and able to competently use firearms as per the Department’s Policy for Non-Enforcement Personnel. Must be willing and able to competently use and possess wildlife restraint drugs and equipment. Must wear a Department uniform.
- 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**.

Working Conditions
- Must be willing to work atypical hours and on weekends.
- Some overnight travel will be required.
- Must be able to swim, walk through deep mud and thick vegetation, deal with mosquitoes, ticks, and other stinging/biting insects, rattlesnakes and other wildlife, and work on steep or uneven terrain, in extreme weather, and under physically challenging conditions.

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-436177
- **Position #(s)**:

- 565-032-0762-004
- **Working Title**:
**Nutria Eradication Field Crew Lead**

**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**:

- Merced County
- **Telework**:

- In Office
- **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
- Must be willing and capable to competently use pellet pistols or firearms as per the Department’s Policy for Non-Enforcement Personnel.
- Must be willing and able to competently use and possess wildlife restraint drugs and equipment.
- Must be willing to handle live animals and carcasses, dispatch animals, and conduct simple tissue sampling and necropsies.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Must possess valid Driver's License and be able to safely and effectively operate watercraft and UTVs, as well as tow trailers.
- Must be willing and able to obtain a California Boater Card and other motorboat operator certifications as determined necessary.

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 6/20/2024
- **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
- Statement of Qualifications - A **Statement of Qualifications (SOQ**) is **required**. Please see below for SOQ instructions.

1. Please describe your experience with teaching/training colleagues or co-workers and providing leadership to a team.
- 2. Please describe your experience and/or special qualities that make you well-suited for acting as a liaison between the Operations Supervisor and the field crew you would be responsible for leading.
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.

**Benefits**:

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

Contact Information

**Hiring Unit Contact**:
Lara Sparks
(209) 769-1196

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department

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