FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

Job Posting: Scientific Aid

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-473184

Scientific Aid

FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

$17.73 - $21.04 per Hour

Final Filing Date: 4/13/2025

Application Methods:

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Job Description And Duties

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Northern Region Coastal Fisheries Program has openings for Scientific Aids located in Fortuna, CA. In this position, you will be part of a team of scientists conducting field surveys to monitor federally and state listed populations of salmon and steelhead within the watersheds of the Northern California coast. This monitoring project provides information vital to the recovery of these listed species.

This position provides training and experience in fisheries monitoring techniques, wilderness safety and navigation, scientific data collection, and teamwork. Work duties vary seasonally. From May through September, fieldwork includes monitoring juvenile salmonid populations by snorkel dive surveys, electrofishing, and netting, and the surveying of aquatic and riparian habitat. Work assignments also include data entry and analysis, and preparation of field gear and equipment. From October through April, scientific aids monitor adult salmonid populations through spawning ground surveys and operation of acoustic sonar cameras. This includes acoustic sonar camera set up, deployment, operation, data transfer, and maintenance.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

The Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid classification is a non-testing classification.

The language below is required for these NT classifications.

• Applicants who receive public assistance under the CalWORKs program shall be given hiring priority consideration as provided in Government Code, Section 19063.
• Applicants who receive public assistance need to identify themselves as CalWORKs recipients in the comments section of the STD 678, Examination/Employment Application.
• Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs eligibility, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility or a copy of the most recent aid check stub.
• Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program. If CalWORKs verification is not submitted with the application, it will not be processed as CalWORKs eligible.
• Participation by a public assistance recipient is voluntary and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in a seasonal or entry level non-testing classification opening.
  
  

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position will require frequent day travel. The job is field based, and work is conducted in remote outdoor settings daily. Extensive time will be spent driving on dirt roads operating four-wheel drive and all-terrain vehicles, hiking in steep and rugged terrain, wading, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling in rivers and streams. Ability to hike long distances to remote field sites to conduct biological surveys under adverse weather conditions. Backpacking, remote camping, and overnight travel up to 4 days to some project locations may be required on occasion. Additional duties may include use of a personal computer for at least several hours a day in an office setting. Willingness to wear a prescribed uniform. Possession of a valid Driver's License is required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID
  
  

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement
  
  

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-473184

Position #(s):

565-141-0835-905

Working Title:

Scientific Aid

Classification:

FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

$17.73 - $21.04

# of Positions:

4

Work Location:

Humboldt County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

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!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Special Physical Characteristics: Physical strength and agility. Ability to swim 50 yards and stay afloat for at least five minutes. Ability to elevate and carry 40 pounds.

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: 4/13/2025

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)

Attn: Human Resources Branch

P.O. Box 944209

Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Closed Drop Off Location

Human Resources Branch

Temporarily Closed

See Filing Instructions

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.
  
  

The Statement of Qualifications must be no more than two pages in length in size 12 point Arial font.

Please briefly describe your qualifications and number of years experience and/or educational background in the following:

• fisheries monitoring techniques
• conducting biological or habitat surveys
• working in remote field conditions
• identification of fish, wildlife, and invertebrates
• field and office data organization, management, and processing
  
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

Interest in a career in biology, and fish and wildlife. Interest in or knowledge of fishing and hunting, or studying fish, wildlife, invertebrates, or plants. Experience in camping, backpacking, snorkeling, kayaking, and maintaining or repairing equipment.

Skill to navigate remote and undeveloped landscapes, including water features. Experience operating four-wheel drive vehicles on unimproved roads and using inflatable kayaks in flowing water. Ability to make accurate field observations and record data using electronic devices with global positioning system (GPS). Experience using computer software necessary for data collection and entry.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Allan Renger

(707) 834-4359

allan.renger@wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Civil Rights Office

(916) 902-9211

civilrights@wildlife.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-141-0835-905 and RPA Number E-R1 F 24-035 - 038 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov. If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.