SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

The incumbent will be joining the Northern Region's Timberland Conservation and Fire Resiliency Program.
The incumbent will be the Department lead for large and complex habitat restoration and watershed-scale conservation projects including Habitat Conservation Plans, Natural Communities Conservation Plans, Incidental Take Permits, Long-term Streambed alteration agreements and Safe Harbor Agreements in forest ecosystems within Trinity, Humboldt, Del Norte, Siskiyou and Modoc counties.
Lead, conduct and coordinate the Department’s review of timber harvesting plans, non-industrial timber management plans, working forest management plans.
Coordinate the regional establishment of monitoring priorities by developing and coordinating monitoring protocols, relevant database creation, monitoring questions, methodologies and site-specific monitoring actions to assess the effectiveness of Lake and Streambed Agreements, Incidental Take Permits,Forest Practice Rules, and other regulatory actions.
Lead, conduct, coordinate and facilitate the implementation of critical and/or sensitive scientific investigations and studies for large restoration, habitat improvement and water conservation projects for the protection or recovery of aquatic and terrestrial species and to assess implementation and effectiveness of Department recommendations and the Forest Practice Rules.
Lead Environmental Scientists and Scientific Aids to collect project data.
Please refer to the Duty Statement for specific duties and functions.
This position is posted in the following counties: Shasta and Siskiyou, You only need to apply to one county.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) EXAM BULLETIN You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Ability to use a computer and standard word processing software.
Ability to drive a 4-wheel-drive vehicle and all-terrain vehicle.
Spend approximately 50% of time indoors processing documents, and the other 50% of time outdoors in rugged terrain, hiking long distances over uneven and possibly steep or wet terrain, hot and freezing conditions, experience biting insects and some overnight camping.
Attend meetings and hearings, work with staff statewide to complete work assignments.
Travel may be required; may require travel throughout the State including overnight travel, early mornings, late nights.
A valid Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle.
The position may require the incumbent to wear a uniform identifying the employee as CDFW staff.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-429699 Position #(s): 565-131-0765-024 Working Title: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Classification: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,336.
00 - $9,126.
00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Siskiyou 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! Department Website: https://www.
wildlife.
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gov Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/9/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).
SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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 Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Fish and Wildlife Attn: Human Resources Branch P.
O.
Box 944209 Sacramento, CA 94244 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: 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 The following items are required to be submitted with your application.
Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.
Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications - Please submit your responses to the following questions with your state application.
Keep the answers to each question to half a page, size 12 Arial font, single spaced, 1 inch margins with the question to be answered on the first line of the page.
1.
) Describe any experience you have working with the California Environmental Quality Act.
What types of CEQA documents have you reviewed and or prepared? 2.
) Describe the Timber Harvest Plan Review Process and the role of the lead and responsible agencies in that process.
3.
) Describe your knowledge of the different types of watercourse crossings that are used on private forest and ranch roads.
4.
) Describe your knowledge and experience in conducting wildlife and or fisheries/aquatic surveys and assessments.
5.
) Explain why you are interested in this Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist position.
Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application.
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 In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Understands the ecological principles that guide conservation and project review for trustee resources.
Experience with environmental permitting related to CEQA, CESA, Fish and Game Code, California Forest Practices Act, Public Resources Code, and the California Code of Regulations.
Implements strategies for conflict resolution, time management, strategic planning, and succession planning.
Registered Professional Forester is desirable but not required.
Reviews, understands, correctly applies and articulates environmental laws, regulations, and State and Department Policies.
Provides coordination, timely analysis of information and recommendations to other Department staff, managers, units, branches, and Regions on issues of regional or statewide significance.
Analyzes and solves problems within realistic time frames.
Exercises discretion and a high degree of independent judgment.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.
wildlife.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Richard Klug (530) 598-9322 Richard.
Klug@Wildlife.
ca.
gov 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's EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Civil Rights Office (916) 902-9211 civilrights@wildlife.
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gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Filing Instructions You must reference Position Number 565-131-0765-024 and RPA Number E-R1 HC 23-036 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std.
Form 678).
Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.
We recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.
Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history.
Resumes must include the complete to and from dates and hours worked per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.