Environmental Scientist - Field Biologist and Data Steward
Please apply for this job at the CalCareers link provided in the description below. Applications not submitted via CalCareers will not be considered.
WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH HANDSHAKE, PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ON HOW TO APPLY
Job Description and Duties
Interested in a job that allows you to see parts of beautiful California and participate in scientific efforts to conserve game species, such as bear, elk, deer and more, while working in a dynamic team of motivated people? Then this may be the job for you!
Data Collection: Collect field data, which may include using GPS and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to navigate to remote areas as well as radio telemetry equipment to locate collared animals.
Data Management: Download and process camera trap images and enter other data collected. Coordinate compilation, organization, and maintenance of statewide databases and spreadsheets. Oversee quality control of data collected in the field. Provide advice on statistical design, data analysis, and scientific inference for research investigations supporting conservation and management of big game species, and other wildlife species as needed.
Documentation:
Help conducting outreach related to the Game and Connectivity Programs.
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: Environmental Scientist/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 Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Conditions will seasonally differ, data management may occur during inclement weather or when data needs to be completed to aid analyses. In good coordination work locations may be all over the state, for periods of time. We may consider working locations based on where priorities are present.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.