Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Job Description and Duties

Do you have a passion for preserving our planet's natural wonders? Are you ready to dive into the world of water management and environmental protection? Join the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and become a key player in safeguarding the Golden State's ecological treasures! As a Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist in the Eastern Sierra Unit, you'll independently identify and assess environmental problems related to water use and management. You will develop and implement effective courses of action to address these issues, ensuring compliance with the California Endangered Species Act, California Environmental Quality Act, and other regulatory framework. Your work will include conducting sensitive scientific investigations and gathering data to support informed decision-making.

In addition to project management and scientific investigations, you will ensure all projects meet state and federal environmental standards, contributing to sustainable and responsible resource management. You will prepare detailed reports and documentation for regulatory approvals and permit applications, staying informed on environmental laws, administrative procedures, and policies to ensure project compliance. Your role will also involve fostering strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and conservation organizations.

If this sounds like a dream job for you, apply today! Please see duty statement for more information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Use of a computer keyboard and Microsoft Office software up to eight hours each day; complete office tasks that require sitting, standing, and walking to other locations; attend meetings and conference calls; Up to 6 hours of occasional travel, both ways via private or public transportation may be required to attend meetings and visit project sites, which may include early mornings, late nights, and weekends. Field work may involve hiking over possibly uneven, steep, and or wet terrain at project sites for reconnaissance and biological monitoring. Travel may also include operating or boarding a boat or driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle in rugged terrain. Per field work protocols, field work may be conducted under inclement weather conditions, carrying and moving a backpack (up to 30 lbs.). Responsible for keeping all issued program vehicles, equipment, machinery, and computers in good working condition. The position may require wearing a uniform identifying the employee as CDFW staff. This position offers the possibility of an office-centered telework agreement based on the Department’s current Telework Policy.

Special Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships while working in contentious settings.
• Ability to lead discussions with staff and other professionals.
• Communicate politely, tactfully, and firmly as necessary with other agency representatives and members of the public.
• Demonstrate excellent listening skills and effective negotiation skills.
• Inspire confidence and effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and managers in government and industry.
• Facilitate and resolve conflicts at lowest possible level.

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:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with open-mindedness, flexibility and tact.
• Posses a high degree of initiative and leadership.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Work independently and in a team setting.

Benefits

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

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-603-0765-009 and RPA Number E-R6 ESNM 24-015in 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.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at . If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Ensure the STD 678 (State Application) is thoroughly filled out, resumes or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 may be disqualified.

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ ) is required . Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.

  The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages in length, size 12 point Arial font and describe how the candidate is qualified to meet the requirements of the position according to the duty statement and Desirable Qualifications.
• Other -

  A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application. Failure to include a Cover Letter will result in an incomplete application submission.