Review LSA notifications for cannabis cultivation projects received by the regional office for completeness and General Agreement notifications for eligibility. Perform desk reviews and site visits to evaluate project effects on lakes and streams. Identify measures necessary to protect existing fish and wildlife resources. Draft LSA Agreements and negotiate terms with applicants as necessary. Prepare CEQA compliance documents for cannabis cultivation. Conduct review of CEQA documents and prepare CEQA compliance for LSA and CESA permits for cannabis cultivation. Prepare CESA permits for cannabis cultivation. Review CESA permit applications, conduct site visits, and prepare CESA Incidental Take Permits (ITPs) and Consistency Determinations (CDs) as they relate to cannabis cultivation.
Duties associated with this position will occur in the following counties: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Lake, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sierra, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Ability to use a computer keyboard and Microsoft office software up to eight hours a day. Must be able work unusual and/or long hours on short notice; occasional attendance at evening public meetings; travel frequently; spend multiple days in the field assessing habitat conditions in adverse weather or terrain; walking in and through rural terrain where outdoor cannabis cultivation occurs; hiking over rough terrain with no vehicle access; operating a 4-wheel drive vehicle off highway, over rough terrain on a weekly basis; operate an all-terrain vehicle occasionally.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
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
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: 2/26/2024Who May Apply
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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Other -
A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application.
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see below for SOQ instructions:
To be considered for this position, you must provide responses to the supplemental questionnaire below with your State application. With the exception of question 1, please provide specific examples that quantify your knowledge, skills, or abilities; your experience in each area can be from school, work, or as a volunteer or intern. Applications received without completely responding to each supplemental question will not be considered. Please include your name on your supplemental questions.
1. Please explain why you are interested in this position, and what makes you a competitive candidate for the position?
2. This position requires an understanding of California environmental regulatory processes and environmental laws. Please describe your experience with California’s environmental review and permitting programs, or similar federal processes.
3. This position requires communicating and interacting with CDFW staff as well as those with other state agencies and stakeholders. Please describe your experience collaborating and communicating with internal and external staff and stakeholders. - Other -A valid driver’s license is required. Please include the following Driver's License (DL) information on a separate piece of paper along with a photocopy of the front and back of the license: Name as stated on license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.
Desirable Qualifications
Benefits
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:
Kursten Sheridan
(916) 817-0419 ext:
kursten.sheridan@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:EEO OFFICE
(916) 902-9211
EEO@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
We recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.
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.