Scientific Aid (JC-532222)

Scientific Aid Job Control: JC-532222Classification: Scientific AidHourly Rate: $18.26 - $21.67 per HourJob Type: Part Time - 1500 hours within a 9 month periodApply by: 10/30/2025All applications must be submitted through the external link on CalCareers. "At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career." About the Position:Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Planner or a Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, with general direction of an Associate Environmental Planner or an Environmental Scientist, the incumbent will perform environmental management related duties gaining experience and training in the environmental field. Revegetation Site Development and Maintenance: Assist Environmental Planning staff with completing vegetation planting and maintenance projects by using hand tools to prepare planting areas, install plants, install protective fences and cages, remove weeds and repair erosion. The incumbent will also collect native plant materials, irrigate plants and may occasionally direct work crews in the field. Field Surveys/Data Collection: Assist Environmental Planning staff with a wide range of field surveys that may include wetland delineations, botanical/biological surveys, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) missions, archaeological surveys, environmental compliance and water quality/hazardous waste data collection. Data Entry and Management: Assist Environmental Planning staff with entering data, developing reports, and verifying data. This may include queries and input into various databases including the CNDDB, BIOS, STEVE, IPAC, NPDES SMART database and others. The incumbent will also assist Caltrans staff in QA/QC of data, electronic file organization, management, archiving and project close out.*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting. Position located at 1031 Butte St Redding CA 96001. For questions please contact:Hiring Unit Contact:Serena Wilden(530) 720-9449Serena.Wilden@dot.ca.gov