The Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), Inland Deserts Region has an exciting opportunity for an outgoing, independent, and highly motivated Environmental Scientist to serve as an integral part of the Habitat Conservation Cannabis Unit team.
Under the close supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent is part of a regional team conducting specialized and complex environmental investigations targeting cannabis cultivation sites. The incumbent independently performs assigned duties and has responsibility for developing CDFW’s Lake and Streambed Alteration (LSA) Agreements, California Endangered Species Act (CESA) permits, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and associated documents, and review, comment, and/or completion of documents necessary for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) within the Region. The incumbent will work with, and provide consultative advice to, local lead CEQA agencies, staff from California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board), and CDFW Cannabis Program staff statewide. Specified activities require knowledge of California fish and wildlife resources, ecological principles, lake and stream processes, applicable permitting and environmental laws, and CDFW administrative procedures and policies. The incumbent applies knowledge of environmental impacts and a high degree of personal initiative. Public contacts made in the course of this work are highly sensitive and involve a wide variety of stakeholders.
This position is posted in the following countie s: San Bernardino, Riverside. Y ou only need to apply to one county.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Ability to use 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; visit project sites requiring driving a vehicle travel of up to four or more hours each way and sometimes including early mornings and late nights; willingness to work long hours, sometimes including early mornings, late nights and weekends; occasional overnight travel to reach some meeting or field locations; hiking over uneven and possibly steep or wet terrain at project sites for reconnaissance and biological monitoring; may include operation of or being a passenger on a boat; occasional travel of two or more days per week. Field work may include driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle or hiking long distances in rugged terrain. Must be able to work in the field in varying types of terrain, under inclement weather conditions, and at various times of day or night as required by field work protocols. Must be comfortable with carrying and moving with a 25–30-pound backpack over uneven terrain, and operating equipment in uneven terrain and inclement weather. Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license and be able to operate a car, all-terrain vehicle, or 4WD vehicles. Must maintain in good order all issued program vehicles, equipment, machinery, and computers. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule depending on operational needs.
This position will be based out of CDFW Regional office in Ontario, CA (San Bernardino County)
This is a full-time 12-month limited term position. This position may be extended an additional 12 months and or become permanent.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-445149
Position #(s):
565-604-0762-033
Working Title:
HabCon Cannabis Unit Environmental Scientist
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:
Riverside County
Telework:
Telework
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - 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:
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: 8/23/2024Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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.
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 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
Sacrameto, 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:
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:
Skills: knowledge of basic principles of land, water, fish, wildlife, and other natural resources research; principles of ecology; soil and irrigation sciences, resource management, hydrology, geology, and waste prevention; statistical methods; land-use practices with reference to their general effect on human health, natural resources, agricultural productivity, and the environment; effects of hazardous and non-hazardous waste material and their interactions on the environment; chemical reactions; California and Federal environmental laws, rules, regulations, and requirements; basic toxicology, hydrology, geology, and principles of risk assessment and risk management; concepts employed in a variety of disciplines including environmental planning, economics, and resource management; geolocation and geo-referencing software applications, resource conservation program impacts and implementation strategies; and recycling issues.
Special Personal Characteristics: Demonstrated ability to act independently with guidance from senior staff, work well in a team setting; apply open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact; maintain professional personal appearance; reliability and keenness of observation. Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships while working in contentious settings. Good organizational and time management skills.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to successfully engage in teamwork, and a desire to coordinate with other staff with their technical and professional development. A sound degree of personal initiative, environmental and work ethic, and team orientation. Work independently and in a team setting; 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.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Danielle Pearson
(916) 902-9096
Danielle.Pearson@wildlife.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Jeff Brandt
(909) 987-7161
Jeff.Brandt@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: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.
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.
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