SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
About The Position
Are you looking for a job at the intersection of environmental science, law, and policy? Do you want to make valuable connections and feel like a vital member of a team? The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) is offering an exciting position within the Habitat Conservation Planning Branch's Lake and Streambed Alteration (LSA) Program where you will collaborate with colleagues across the state as the technical lead for the Program. You will participate in coordination and outreach, assist in developing policy and regulations, and be part of a program that helps protect California's diverse fish, wildlife, plants, and habitats. This position provides a unique opportunity to exercise your critical thinking skills while diving head-first into law and policy, permitting, program development, and much more. Duties include working collaboratively with Department headquarters and regional staff on development and implementation of the LSA Program, developing policy, regulations, and legislative bill analyses; collaborate with Regional scientists, external agencies, and project applicants to ensure LSA Program compliance and consistency.
Requirements
- 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 (Specialist)
- You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Nice To Haves
- Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate politely and tactfully, excellent listening skills and effective negotiation skills, and a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
- Demonstrated ability to act independently, lead, and work well in a team setting.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changes in priorities, and maintain a consistent quality of work during periods when workload is heavy and subject to short deadlines.
- Experience analyzing and managing data using Excel, R, and ArcGIS software.
- An educational foundation in fish and wildlife conservation and experience in CDFW environmental review and permitting programs, especially LSA and CEQA.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with Department headquarters and regional staff on development and implementation of the LSA Program
- Develop policy, regulations, and legislative bill analyses
- Collaborate with Regional scientists, external agencies, and project applicants to ensure LSA Program compliance and consistency
Benefits
- Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
