Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

Are you interested in beginning your career as a wildlife management professional? The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is now hiring a Scientific Aid to assist in the operation and management of the 9,200-acre Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. With this exciting opportunity, the incumbent will along side the Environmental Scientist conducting a variety of wildlife and vegetation surveys. Performing this job will improve your bird identification skills by learning the various waterfowl and other wildlife species commonly found in the Sacramento Valley. Additionally, weed control techniques will be learned and used when working with staff on an Integrated Pest Management program.

During the non-hunting or survey season, you will be trained to perform the service and routine maintenance of equipment used on the wildlife area, and then use that equipment for planting and fertilizing fields, mowing roads, or disking fields. Alongside permanent personnel, you will gain skills and abilities replacing water control structures, building maintenance, and repairing wildlife area structures as needed. You will be asked to perform general maintenance throughout the wildlife area, the office, and check stations, including trash pickup and restroom servicing.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience, beginning your career as a wildlife professional.

Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the incumbent will assist in conducting wildlife surveys and the day-to-day operations and habitat projects, equipment maintenance, facilities management, and maintenance and development activities on Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. This position will require weekend, holiday, and non-traditional work hours.

The Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid classification is a non-testing classification.

This position is posted in the following counties: Butte and Sutter County . You only need to apply to one county.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Position requires ability to work irregular hours and varying workweek schedules to accommodate field work and hunter check station duties September through May including holidays and weekends. Conditions include inclement weather (hot, cold, and wet) conditions. Walking long distances on uneven terrain and varied conditions, and exposure to mosquitos, ticks, and other wildlife related vectors. This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform identifying the employee as CDFW staff on certain occasions. This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. State Owned Housing (SOH) may be available.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-447959

Position #(s):
565-284-0835-XXX

Working Title:
Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

Classification:
FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID $17.73 - $21.04

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sutter County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent

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

Special Requirements

Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs., ability to swim 50 yards and stay afloat for 5 min.

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: 9/9/2024
Who May Apply
This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

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

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:

• 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
• 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.
  
• Other - Three (3) references

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:

• Experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience working with the public.
• Education in biological or chemistry sciences.

Must be honest, trustworthy, and dependable. Demonstrated knowledge of, interest in, and aptitude for fish and wildlife conservation and repair and maintenance work; willingness to perform varied manual tasks. Ability to work and traverse uneven terrain, flooded ponds, and muddy conditions.

Good driving record. Good communication skills. Ability to work in stressful environments while maintaining a teamwork atmosphere and the ability to work independently and be able to effectively communicate conditions in the field to supervising and lead staff at the beginning and ending of shifts.

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:
Tim Hermansen
(530) 846-7500
tim.hermansen@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 565-284-0835-905 and RPA Number E-R2 WA 24-005 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.