JOB ANNOUNCEMENT :: Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Environmental Program Manager for the Lands Program, the Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid is responsible for assisting a Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) with the review and processing of herbicide use requests for vegetation management activities on CDFW lands. Other important duties include assisting the Senior ES with field projects related to invasive weed management on CDFW-managed properties statewide.

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

Working Conditions

Must be willing to work long, irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Field activities may be strenuous physical activity in variable weather conditions. Office setting requires using computer keyboard at least several hours a day and involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Lifting heavy and irregular items (up to 40 lbs.) and performing strenuous field and lab work are required. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment and be prepared to travel using a State vehicle. Must have a valid driver license. Must attend occasional meetings.  In addition to working with Sacramento-based staff, may interact with Regional staff and members of the public, mostly via e-mail and telephone.

For questions about the position, please contact: Krista Hoffmann, (916) 373-6609

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=194652.