Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Banking, Environmental Review, and Permitting

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-488498 - Banking, Environmental Review, and Permitting

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,556.00 - $10,221.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/2/2025

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

Job Description and Duties

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Bay Delta Region has two exciting opportunities in our Habitat Conservation Program for proactive and independent individuals to conserve the Bay Areas's unique fish and wildlife, and their habitats, such as Swainson's hawk, longfin smelt, and California tiger salamander, primarily through implementing conservation and mitigation banking! This positions are responsible for preparing, permitting, tracking, reviewing, editing, and commenting on conservation and mitigation banks and complex California Endangered Species Act (CESA) permits, reviewing land acquisition and real estate documents for bank properties and other mitigation lands, and conducting due diligence reviews of entities holding or managing bank properties or other mitigation lands. Both positions have the opportunity to independently identify problems, develop courses of action, and conduct extremely complex and difficult scientific investigations and studies on issues of major importance to CDFW. A high degree of personal initiative is expected, including applying the best available technical information in writing and presentations to provide significant positive consequences for the public, CDFW, and trust resources. Public contacts made in the course of this work are highly sensitive and involve a wide variety of special interest groups.

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)/Exam Bulletin

This position is posted in the following counties: Solano County/Sonoma County/Napa County. You only need to apply to one county.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Ability to use a computer keyboard for several hours each day; complete office tasks that require sitting, standing, and walking; attend meetings and conference calls. The position may require fieldwork. A valid California's Driver's license is required to drive on official state business. Driving may require travel of up to three or more hours each way including overnight travel. Work schedules may include early mornings and late nights. Involves hiking over uneven and possibly steep or wet terrain and use of an All-Terrain Vehicle; and work in inclement weather. The position may require the incumbent to wear an official uniform for identification purposes.

Based on operational need at the time of the job offer, this position has the potential to be headquartered in the Fairfield, Santa Rosa, or Napa offices of the CDFW. The position may be eligible for a telework option per the requirements set by CDFW and the State of California.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-488498

Position #(s):

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Working Title: Banking, Environmental Review, and Permitting

Classification: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,556.00 - $10,221.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 2

Work Location: Sonoma County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California's diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

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Special Requirements

Must be able to conduct computer work for prolonged periods, negotiate rough and unstable terrain, and conduct physically demanding work for short periods of time. A valid California's Driver's license is required to drive on official state business. Driving may require travel of up to three or more hours each way including overnight travel.

This position requires the possession of a valid Class C Driver's License. Must maintain a clean driving record. The selected candidate may be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration.

The selected candidate may be required to provide a copy of their Degree/Official Transcripts.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/2/2025