CDFW is looking for an enthusiastic, open-minded and driven individual to help monitor and manage the state's groundfish fishery. If you would like the opportunity to make a statewide impact on California's iconic groundfish fishery, this may be the job for you!

The incumbent will be conducting work critical to managing, monitoring and assessing the status of California's groundfish stocks which support some of the State's largest and most valuable marine fisheries. Assist in supporting state and federal management activities through both the Pacific Fishery Management Council and California Fish and Game Commission processes. Day to day job tasks can range from developing outreach materials and answering phone calls to recreational and/or commercial anglers to analyzing catch data against harvest limits to report to managers. It will also inlcude travel to meetings to represent the Department on groundfish fishery matters and interact in different field opportunities.

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
Staff will work a 7/40 work schedule. Weekend work, early morning and late-night work hours are occasionally required with advance notice. The majority of work will be performed in an office or tele-work setting with adequate lighting, heating and ventilation. This position is eligible for a hybrid tele-work schedule depending on operational needs. Ability to use a computer several hours a day. A portion of the work will be performed in fish processing labs, fish holding areas, and/or in the field. Attend meetings and hearings, work with staff statewide to complete work assignments. Required travel, including weekends is required within and outside the state of California via private or public transportation. Travel may include multiple day overnight stays up to seven days. Minimally, candidate will be required travel to attend up to 5 multi-day PFMC meetings and other adjacent meetings, based upon departmental need.

Only the following office locations will be considered for this position - Monterey, West Sacramento, Eureka, San Diego, Santa Rosa, San Carlos

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-435537

Position #(s):
565-772-0762-040

Working Title:
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:
United States

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.ca.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: 6/21/2024
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 -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ ) is required . Please see below for SOQ instructions.
  
  Statement of Qualification must be no more than two pages in length, size 12 point Arial font.
  1) Describe any professional or academic experience you have working with marine fisheries dependent data (limit: 300 words).
  
  2) Describe your experience or knowledge with the process of developing fishery regulations (limit 400 words).
  
  
• 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:

Special Personal Characteristics: Exceptional communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to learn quickly. Essential personal qualifications include integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the position.

Skills and Abilities: Leadership skills, editorial skills, public speaking, effective meeting skills, and project management skills also desirable. Skill to utilize intermediate and advanced features of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Access or other relational database software) in performance of duties. Experience querying data warehouses, experience with R, Azure SQL, and Microsoft Power BI. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to produce and critically review professional documents including scientific reports, public outreach documents, press releases, and peer reviewed literature. Experience in management, research, planning, or consultation in environmental programs, demonstrated environmental management skills, and knowledge of broad principles of economics, social science, and political science. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information obtained through the course of completing assignments; facilitate meetings in a manner that ensures the discussion stays focused on the topic and encourages active participation by all attendees; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, staff, public entities, and interested parties; lead and motivate others in the completion of program and work activities; effectively manage time with multiple assignments and deadlines to ensure timely completion of projects.

Knowledge of: Monitoring and evaluation techniques and principals in fisheries. Groundfish, Pacific halibut or other fisheries management laws, policies, concepts, goals and objectives. State and Federal regulatory processes.

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:
Kelly Shipp
(916) 206-2373
kelly.shipp@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.ca.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 565-772-0762-040 and RPA Number E-R7 MR 23-089 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 (MM/DD/YYYY) 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.