Environmental Scientist
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Job Description and Duties
The Delta Habitat Conservation Unit is seeking a motivated, organized fast learner with a passion for conservation. As one of the Environmental Scientists on our team, you will work collaboratively with applicants, stakeholders, local municipalities and governments, members of the public, and other environmental professionals to ensure the protection of sensitive plants and animals and the habitats on which they depend. If your career goals include the ability to contribute in a significant way to conservation of California's landscape and wildlife, we invite you to apply!
Under the close supervision of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), this position will share permitting and environmental oversight responsibilities for projects in Contra Costa County and the Legal Delta within CDFW's Bay/Delta Region. Duties include review and analysis of applications for Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements (LSAAs), California Endangered Species Act (CESA) permitting, and drafting of the permits for supervisor review. The incumbent will conduct site visits to assess biological impacts, develop mitigation and habitat enhancement measures and conditions of approval, answer public inquiries regarding permitting requirements, the LSAA notification process and the CESA Incidental Take Permit application process. The incumbent will prepare CEQA documentation when necessary (Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Notices of Preparation, Notices of Determination, Categorical Exemptions).
The Environmental Scientist will review, track, edit and draft written comments on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents received by CDFW for proposed projects in Bay/Delta Region. Opportunities to collaborate with other regulatory agencies and stakeholders to develop conservation planning strategies and mitigation measures may be assigned as directed by the supervisor. The position will represent CDFW in meetings related to project development, General Plan development, and other land use issues.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Involves sitting at a workstation most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Work outdoors requires the ability to walk over rough terrain, swim 100 feet or more, and wade in stream channels, occasionally in inclement weather conditions to conduct site visits and collect habitat data. Field work may also be conducted aboard a motorized vessel (though not required to operate the vessel). Occasional travel may be required. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and be prepared to travel using a State vehicle.
This position is located at the Bay Delta Region Headquarters in Fairfield, California and offers the possibility of a telework agreement per the requirements set by CDFW and the State of California.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.