Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position will be 12-month Limited Term with the possibility of extending to 24 months or becoming permanent. The time base will be full time.

This exciting position oversees a group of talented scientists in the Big Game Conservation Unit of the Wildlife Branch. The Unit is responsible for conservation and management of deer, elk, bear, pronghorn, wild pig and bighorn sheep. The position is responsible for coordinating with regions on statewide species management and monitoring plans and provides input and leadership in regional initiatives. The position oversees grant development within the unit and provides guidance for regional grant development and completion. These grants are the primary funding for positions within the unit.

The position also includes overseeing survey design and modeling work for estimating and monitoring population sizes statewide for all big game species, assessing the effects of climate change, fire, drought, and other stressors, and using all of this information to make recommendations about hunting regulations and conservation measures. It also includes working with teams of other Department leaders and scientists, Tribes and diverse groups of stakeholders, to build collaborative working relationships and develop science-based approaches to resource assessment, conservation, and management of big game species and their habitats. Additionally, the position closely collaborates with the Connectivity supervisor on understanding where habitat connectivity affects big game and with the supervisor for the Science Support Unit to design and implement innovative scientific protocols and modeling approaches.

This position offers the possibility of an office-centered telework agreement based on the Department's current Telework Policy.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.

Class Title:Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory)/ Exam Bulletin

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

If you currently have permanent status in your position and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position at the end of this LT appointment. If you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status, you will be separated from state service.

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 .

Working Conditions

This position will be 12-month Limited Term with the possibility of extending to 24 months or becoming permanent. The time base will be full time.

Should be able to work long hours in the office using a personal computer and keyboard at least several hours a day, sitting most of the time but may involve standing or sitting for brief periods. Field work may be done in uneven terrain and involve hiking for extended periods and carrying a 30 pound backpack. Aerial surveys from a small fixed wing aircraft or helicopter will be done occasionally. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment and be prepared to travel moderately using a State vehicle.

Special Requirements

Demonstrated ability to act independently to resolve technical issues; ability to develop schedules and complete tasks accordingly; meet reporting requirements and deadlines. Ability to direct and conduct biological resource work in the field; travel throughout the state; and work at odd hours. Ability to develop and make effective oral presentations before the public.

This position requires the possession of a valid Class C Driver's License. Must maintain a clean driving record. The selected candidate may 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 a copy of their Degree/Official Transcripts.

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:

Possession of a PhD or Master's degree in wildlife ecology, wildlife management and conservation, or a closely related field.

Benefits

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

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-035-0764-905  and RPA Number E-WLB 24-032in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at  .  If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ ) is required . Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.

  1. Please describe your education and experience related to the conservation and management of big game species.
  2. Please describe your experience conducting applied science and collaborating with other stakeholders to create species management and conservation plans and hunting regulations.
  3. Please describe your experience working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholder groups with respect to large mammal conservation. What has been your approach to building consensus and resolving disagreements in these settings?

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