Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
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Job Description and Duties
Opportunity for a dedicated biologist to work in the largest contiguous brackish marsh on the west coast, 84,000-acre Suisun Marsh, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife including the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse.
This position provides technical expertise, and coordination with the CDFW Bay Delta Region (Region 3), Department of Water Resources (DWR), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Suisun Resource Conservation District on the Suisun Marsh Preservation Agreement (SMPA) and Suisun Marsh Habitat Management, Preservation, and Restoration Plan (SMP), and implement SMP actions for species and habitat monitoring and tidal restoration projects.
The incumbent is the CDFW species specialist for salt marsh harvest mouse (SMHM), independently implements SMHM monitoring and scientific investigations as they relate to the SMPA, SMP and the USFWS Tidal Marsh Recovery Plan. Coordinates and communicates with CDFW management and programs regarding SMHM.
Leads the Suisun Marsh Program staff, manages contract and budget, prepares annual reports, and actively coordinates with DWR on all aspects of the CDFW/DWR Suisun Marsh contract.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam: Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) EXAM BULLETIN
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Ability to use a computer, Microsoft Office Suite, and ArcGIS software up to 8 hours each day. Complete office tasks that require sitting, standing, and walking to other locations. Attend meetings and conference calls. Involves long work hours, sometimes including early mornings, late nights, and weekends. Field work occurs in variable weather conditions and areas with exposure to mosquitos and ticks. Must be able to safely conduct field work, involving walking through uneven terrain, through wet and flooded marshes in waders, carrying up to 30 pounds. Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver License and be able to operate a car, four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle, all-terrain vehicle, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and kayaks. Wearing a uniform is required when working on CDFW lands.
This position is located at the Bay Delta Region Headquarters in Fairfield, CA, and offers the possibility of a telework agreement based on the Department's current Telework Policy.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.