Senior Environmental Scientist (CESA Specialist)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to lead CESA analyses and support listing petitions, status reviews, and recovery planning. The incumbent will provide scientific, technical, and policy expertise to conserve California's native wildlife and manage permits, regulations, and grant proposals.

The position requires independent work and teamwork, strong writing, and the ability to communicate with scientific and public audiences while

Qualifications

• Experience with California wildlife, habitats and data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and schedules.
• Strong writing and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of California Endangered Species Act and CEQA.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex analyses to support CESA listings and determinations.
• Support listing petitions, status reviews, and recovery planning.
• Develop regulations, review research permits, and draft grant proposals.
• Provide scientific, technical, and policy expertise to conservation efforts.

Skills

Wildlife ecology

Conservation biology

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Job description

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to lead CESA analyses and support listing petitions, status reviews, and recovery planning. The incumbent will provide scientific, technical, and policy expertise to conserve California's native wildlife and manage permits, regulations, and grant proposals.

The position requires independent work and teamwork, strong writing, and the ability to communicate with scientific and public audiences while