ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Leave credits

Telework option

Job summary

State of California, Department of Fish and Wildlife, seeks an Environmental Scientist for the Cutting the Green Tape program. This 12-month Limited Term assignment involves coordinating granting and permitting activities to accelerate environmental restoration.

Hybrid work is available; in-person days may be required based on operational needs. New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum of the classification or alternate range when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the CGT program by coordinating granting and permitting activities.

Job description

Environmental Scientist ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,551.00 - $9,601.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/3/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) in the Central Region’s Habitat Conservation Program, this position is part of a statewide team that assists in the overall administration of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Cutting the Green Tape (CGT) program, to increase the pace and scale of environmental restoration through coordination of granting and permitting activities.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program.

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. Link to Environmental Scientist Exam: CalCareers.

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

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

Working Conditions

The position requires the use of a computer for several hours each day, the completion of office tasks that require sitting, standing, and walking to other locations; attendance at meetings and workgroups in person with state and federal agency staff and interested parties or via conference call or video conference. The position may require occasional travel throughout the state including early mornings, late nights, hiking over uneven and possibly steep or wet terrain, and work in inclement weather. A valid California Driver’s License is required to drive to meetings and field sites and operate a state vehicle. This position requires a uniform for field work.

Minimum Requirements

• ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $4,551.00 - $6,216.00A $5,531.00 - $7,571.00B $7,000.00 - $9,601.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: 8 Month Limited Term - 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!

This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License.The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration.

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

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:

Knowledge of: Basic principles of land, water, fish, wildlife, and other natural resources; principles of ecology; resource management and hydrology; land-use practices with reference to their general effect on natural resources, and the environment; California and federal environmental laws, rules, regulations, and requirements; basic hydrology and geology; concepts employed in a variety of disciplines including environmental planning and resource management; geolocation and geo-referencing software applications; and resource conservation program impacts and implementation strategies.

Ability to: Apply or modify scientific methods and principles; collect environmental data; analyze and evaluate data and reach sound conclusions; review, check, and interpret scientific and environmental reports; analyze situations and take appropriate actions; establish and maintain cooperative relations with all persons contacted; communicate effectively; prepare clear, complete, and technically accurate reports; apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements of California and federal environmental protection and resource management programs; assess the impact of proposed state and federal environmental legislation and regulations; work with professionals from a variety of disciplines within and outside of state government; and review and understand technical research reports on emerging environmental issues.

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:
Kelley Aubushon
[phone]
[e-mail]

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
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.