Environmental Scientist (Biologist)

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent is responsible for preparing and reviewing complex environmental and biological documents, technical studies, and analytical reports to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Endangered Species Act (CESA), Federal Endangered Species Act (FESA), and other state and federal environmental resource laws and regulations. In support of District 10 Local Assistance, Maintenance Design, Field Maintenance, Emergency Director's Order, Encroachment Permit, and Planning Programs, the incumbent will review and/or prepare environmental documents for compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and departmental policies. The incumbent identifies, analyzes, and quantifies impacts of transportation systems, corridors, and projects on environmental resources. The incumbent will provide oversight and review technical studies completed by local partners and/or consultants, identify and articulate project impacts, and recommended environmental mitigation measures. The incumbent will lead and conduct protocol level field surveys for a variety of plant, animal, waters/wetlands, and natural resources and to provide technical data for the biological analysis. The incumbent will plan, organize, and carry out field surveys to ensure timely delivery of biological reports. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to prepare complete permit application packages and coordinate directly with the appropriate regulatory agencies. The incumbent will work as a liaison with federal, state, and local regulatory entities, including California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) for permit coordination, consultation, and compliance with various environmental and biological regulations. The incumbent may also prepare task orders for biological surveys and associated activities, over-see contracts, and review and approve invoices.

The incumbent shall represent the Department in a professional manner and maintain a professional working relationship with internal and external partners. The incumbent must be solution oriented and effectively respond to customer service inquiries. This work requires strong oral and written skills with the specific ability to prepare technical reports, as well as written and verbal correspondence. This position may require site visits, sometimes to remote areas, which may require driving a personal or state vehicle on public roadways or on uneven terrain. Occasional overtime, travel, and overnight stays may be required. A valid driver's license is desired.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Environmental Scientist Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Environmental Scientist Exam is located here:

PARF# 10--26-0245/JC-521506

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Working Conditions

This position is located at 1976 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Stockton, San Joaquin County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The incumbent will be required to work in both the field and office setting. While in the office, the incumbent will work in a climate-controlled setting under artificial light. While in the field, the incumbent can encounter a variety of climatic, topographic, and geographical conditions. Travel may be required to various offices and field locations within and outside of the District.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.
  

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Benefits

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Important Application Instructions

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.