FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

State of California; California; Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The State of California's Klamath Watershed Program within CDFW is seeking Scientific Aids to monitor fish populations in Siskiyou County, working on post-dam-removal efforts across the Scott, Shasta and Salmon rivers. Fieldwork includes juvenile salmonid sampling, snorkel assessments, tagging, and water-probe deployments, with data entry and analysis performed in the office.

Collaboration with other state, federal, tribal and NGO partners is required, offering cross-training and team-building

Qualifikationen

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and tasks.
• Requirement to possess a valid Driver's License.

Aufgaben

• Sampling juvenile salmonids using various outmigrant trapping methods and snorkel assessments.
• Fish tagging, instream flow monitoring and deployment of water probes.
• Office work including data entry, management and analysis.
• Collaborate with state, federal, tribal and non-government organizations to collect field data.

Kenntnisse

MS Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Scientific Aid FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

$18.26 - $21.67 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/5/2026

The Klamath Watershed Program within CDFW's Northern Region is seeking Scientific Aids looking for an exciting position working post dam removal on fish population monitoring in Siskiyou County. Newly populated tributaries of the former dam reach, along with the Scott, Shasta and Salmon Rivers will be primary locations of this work. Field work will be focused on sampling juvenile salmonids utilizing various outmigrant trapping methods as well as conducting snorkel assessments, fish tagging, instream flow monitoring and deployment of water probes. Office work will consist of data entry, management and analysis. This position will also work collaboratively with other state, federal, tribal and non-government organizations in collection of field data providing an opportunity for cross‑training, as well as relationship and team building.

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.

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Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program. If CalWORKs verification is not submitted with the application, it will not be processed as CalWORKs eligible.

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

Working Conditions

Field work occurs in cold water streams, lakes and rivers during potentially inclement weather and remote locations. Field data collection can last 10 hours or more on a given day. Sampling gear preparation and maintenance will take place in a shop/warehouse environment. Office work may include sitting and standing at a computer workstation for portions of each day. Wear a prescribed uniform when engaging with the public, conducting field work, and during site visits. Ability to operate a 4‑wheel drive vehicle, boat, tow and back‑up a trailer is preferred. Use of a state‑owned vehicle for travel is required between remote facilities and field sites where public transportation is not readily available. Travel up to 5 % may be required, including multiple day trips requiring camping or backpacking.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID $18.26 - $21.67 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

4

Telework

In Office

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!

Physical strength and agility to hike off trail on uneven terrain; ability to swim 50 yards and stay afloat at least five minutes; and ability to elevate and carry 40 pounds over rugged terrain for extended periods.

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:

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and tasks. Ability to clearly communicate your role and task to members of the public encountered during field work.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote).
• 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:

Crystal Robinson

[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.

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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.