ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Job Description and Duties
This person performs a variety of professional scientific office and field work primarily in the Southern Fisheries District comprised of Tulare, Kern, and Kings Counties, and assists the Inland Fisheries Unit Region-wide. Incumbent independently performs fishery resource management analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies; writes final reports; prepares regulatory and compliance documents; prepares non-routine correspondence and answers non-routine questions from the public. Incumbent provides consultative advice to various governmental entities and agencies. Incumbent shares responsibility for the fishery on the Kern Plateau including Little Kern Golden trout, Kern River Rainbow trout, and California Golden trout. The South District staff lead conduct fishery studies, fish rescues, fish die-off investigations, fish population surveys (i.e. visual, e-fishing, snorkeling, and/or red surveys), exotic fish species and/or aquatic invasive species removals, water quantity/quality measurements, and site visits to evaluate site specific habitat conditions. Additionally, Incumbent provides oversight for the aquatic species on the Kern Plateau and managing any associated grants or contracts.
Personal Leave Program
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR.
Working Conditions
Requires Incumbent To Be Able Work In Remote Mountainous Terrain, Hike Extended Distances On Multi-day Backcountry Trips. In Order To Complete The Essential Functions Of This Position The Following Activities Are Required: Work and drive in inclement weather. Lift at least 45 pounds. Work flexible hours (day and night) especially during field season, including weekends to respond to changing weather conditions, to monitor and move equipment, and conduct field surveys. Use a computer several hours a day which involves sitting most of the time, but may include walking or standing for brief periods. Travel overnight (sometimes for multiple nights) occasionally.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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: Demonstrate ability to work independently, to think creatively to solve and trouble-shoot problems, to be flexible, to act responsibly in conducting work, and to understand the importance of safety on the job. Must enjoy working outdoors in remote locations, comfortable in wilderness setting, and a desire to protect and restore fish species and their habitats. Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate ability to coordinate with other staff, potential monitoring partners and communicate effectively. Ability to lead or assist a team with calm and steady direction.