Department of Fish and Wildlife
Location
Sacramento County, CA | United States
Job description
Do you like working with people and wildlife? Are you interested in helping the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) conserve bobcats? CDFW's Wildlife Diversity Program (WDP) is seeking a qualified applicant to help develop and implement a statewide bobcat management plan. The position will be located in West Sacramento and the successful applicant will work closely with other Wildlife Branch staff and staff from CDFW's Regional offices. This position requires education and experience in wildlife biology, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork. Experience with bobcats and/or other carnivores, study design, and conservation plan development is ideal.
Under the supervision of the Wildlife Diversity Program manager, the Environmental Scientist will assist the Bobcat Team lead with population assessments and related investigations in support of the development and implementation of California’s bobcat management plan. The incumbent helps identify research needs, plans and conducts bobcat and other mesocarnivore field studies, manages camera traps and related photo databases, evaluates methods for minimizing human-wildlife conflict, and conducts capture and collaring efforts. The incumbent closely coordinates with other regions and Department functions, as well as other affected and involved local, State, and Federal agencies. The incumbent conducts literature searches, prepares draft reports and correspondence, and answers routine questions from the public relative to Department’s bobcat conservation and management efforts.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:
Environmental Scientist: Exam Link
You will find additional information about the job in the .
A high degree of personal initiative, dependability, professionalism, and integrity is expected. The incumbent is open to feedback on performance, can adapt to changing policies and work challenges, demonstrates empathy and understanding of stakeholders’ and co-workers’ interests, and an understanding of CDFW’s mission, policies, and procedures. The incumbent follows verbal and written directions and has the ability to prioritize work independently and complete projects.
The incumbent must work well independently and in a team setting; work collaboratively with coworkers; communicate politely and tactfully with members of the public; demonstrate excellent listening skills; be able to work effectively and professionally in a diverse work environment.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: 3/25/2024Who 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 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
P.O. Box 944209
Sacramento , CA 94244
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:
A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application.
A valid driver’s license is required . Please include the following Driver's License (DL) information on a separate piece of paper along with a photocopy of the front and back of the license: Name as stated on license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration .
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Hiring Unit Contact:
Pete Figura
(530) 227-3980
[email protected]
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.
You must reference Position Number 565-035-0762-048 and RPA Number E-WLB 23-040 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.
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