Salton Sea Environmental Scientist

Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team that protects the environment?
Do you have amazing biological field experience in water, listed species, plants or similar fields?
Would you like to apply your skills or learn new skills in habitat restoration and enhancement?
The Department of Fish and Wildlife's Salton Sea Program is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Environmental Scientist located at our Inland Deserts Region Field offices located in Riverside and Imperial Counties. The Salton Sea Management Program is a multi-agency program formed alongside the Department of Water Resources to meet the State Water Resources Control Board Order 2017-0134, which is aimed at minimizing public health and environmental concerns related to the shrinking Salton Sea. Under the close supervision of the Department's Salton Sea Program Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the incumbent performs operations, monitoring, and management duties to support the implementation of the Salton Sea Management Program, including the operations, monitoring, and management of approximately 29,800 acres of habitat and dust suppression projects and monitoring associated with SSMP's Monitoring Implementation Plan.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam : Environmental Scientist Examination (ca.gov)

This position is posted in the following counties: Riverside, Imperial. You 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 for several 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 vehicle, traveling up to three or more hours each way and sometimes including early mornings and late nights; 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 or being a passenger on a boat, ATV or other off road vehicles; occasional travel of two or more days per week. May have to work in variable temperature gradients, ranging from 50 degrees Fahrenheit during winter months to 120 degrees Fahrenheit during summer months. Areas include steep, uneven, wet, and rugged terrain within desert, upland, agricultural, riparian, and flooded pond environments. A valid California Driver's License is required. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule depending on operational needs.This position is anticipated to be 50% field and 50% office work.
This position will be located at the Bermuda Dunes Office

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-451414

Position #(s):
565-605-0762-020

Working Title:
Salton Sea 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:
Imperial County

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

Special Requirements

Field work can be in adverse weather and hiking over rough terrain with no vehicle access. Must possess a valid California Driver's license. Project site visits may require driving a 4x4 vehicle, All Terrain Vehicle and/or Off Highway Vehicle with travel up to three or more hours each way and sometimes including early mornings and late nights; may include operation or being a passenger on a boat or other watercraft and occasional travel to Sacramento may be required.

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: 10/10/2024
Who 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 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
HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)
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
Closed Drop Off Location
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.
• 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:
Highly motivated and possess the ability to maintain a positive attitude in difficult situations. Demonstrated ability to act independently and develop high quality work during times when workload is heavy and under pressure. Demonstrate confidence in abilities and decisions while always maintaining professional demeanor. Tact and leadership.
Strong verbal and written communications skills with emphasis on being positive and proactive. Must be able to use creative thinking to solve problems and develop mutually agreeable solutions. Ability to make sound decisions based on policies, guidance, and regulations. Ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team. Work cooperatively with other Department program staff, and federal, State, and nongovernmental organization partners.

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:
Barbara Barry
(909) 354-0938
Barbara.Barry@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 565-605-0762-020 and RPA Number E-R6 CDR 24-006 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.

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

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.

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.