FISH AND WILDLIFE SEASONAL AID

State of California; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Mendota Wildlife Area Seasonal Aid to support hunter check stations and public outreach. The role involves field duties, data collection, and facility maintenance across the hunting program, with a need to work odd hours and weekends as required.

Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work in various weather conditions and must possess a valid driver’s license. Training and supervision will be provided by a Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements are described in the Class Specification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of hunter check station and answer public inquiries about hunt program regulations and procedures.
• Check hunters in and out of the area, issue permits, collect data on hunter take and make reports, maintain public use facilities and informational data.
• Perform routine cleanup of litter around the check station area; maintain facilities (check stations and restrooms); assist with repair and maintenance of equipment and signs.
• Assist with applying herbicides to control weeds around water controls and facilities; operate ATVs, spray rigs, and maintain pesticide records.

Job description

Position Overview

Mendota Wildlife Area Seasonal Aid

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-537739

FISH AND WILDLIFE SEASONAL AID

Salary: $18.26 - $19.93 per Hour. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Work Location

In Office

Number of Positions

1

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Responsibility

Under the close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the incumbent will be required to work weekends, holidays and odd hours; and perform the following duties: Assist with operation of hunter check station; answer public inquiries about hunt program regulations and procedures, check hunters in and out of the area, issue permits, collect data on hunter take and make reports, maintain all public use facilities and informational data.

Perform routine cleanup of litter in and around the check station area; maintain and clean all facilities (check stations and restrooms). Assist with maintenance and minor repairs to the hunter checking station, posting and maintenance of public hunt program signs, and taking down signs after hunting season. Assist in picking up wildlife carcasses during mortality and morbidity events.

Assist with repair and routine maintenance on wheel tractors, farming implements such as discs and rotary mowers, light trucks, and agricultural pumps; installing water control structures and removing old structures. Assist with ground preparation, planting, and irrigating of various wildlife food crops and native plants.

Assist with applying herbicides to control weeds around water controls, agricultural pumps, electrical boxes, buildings and other facilities; properly apply herbicides to control invasive plants; operate, service and maintain all‑terrain vehicles and gasoline‑powered spray rigs; maintain accurate pesticide application records and other related documents.

Applicant Eligibility

• Applicants who receive public assistance under the CalWORKs program shall be given hiring priority consideration as provided in Government Code, Section 19063.
• Applicants who receive public assistance need to identify themselves as CalWORKs recipients in the comments section of the STD 678, Examination/Employment Application.
• Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs eligibility, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility or a copy of the most recent aid check stub.
• 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.
• Participation by a public assistance recipient is voluntary and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in a seasonal or entry level non‑testing classification opening.

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

Working Conditions

This position will work outdoors in all types of weather (hot, cold, and wet), work weekends, and handle game birds. This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform identifying the employee as CDFW staff on certain occasions. Must possess and maintain a current valid Driver’s License for the operation of vehicles.

Personal Leave Program

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.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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:

• Good driving record; additional course work or experience in biological or environmental sciences; interest in and knowledge of fishing, hunting or studying fish, wildlife, invertebrates or plants; experience in camping, boating, and maintaining or repairing equipment; interest in a career in biology or fish and wildlife.

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!

Demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and aptitude for fish and wildlife conservation and repair and maintenance work; willingness to live and work throughout the State; willingness to work unusual hours and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; willingness to perform varied manual tasks; willingness to work in adverse weather conditions; willingness to wear a prescribed uniform.

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.

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:
Pritesh Patel
[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.