Senior Wildlife Biologist

Overview

Senior Wildlife Biologist

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,820.00 - $10,732.00 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: 2/16/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the general direction of the Chief of the Biological Studies, an Environmental Program Manager I, the incumbent coordinates and negotiates with state and federal environmental agencies regarding wildlife species and protected animal species; provides guidance, direction, and expertise on endangered species regulations; assists district environmental units in determining appropriate and cost effective mitigation measures; coordinates the statewide identification and resolution of wildlife passage issues through transportation rights of way;

negotiates project approvals and permits related to biological resources; acts as an in-house expert on the most difficult and complex wildlife and endangered species management and assessment issues. The incumbent will serve as an advisor and technical backup to the Chief.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please  and search by typing in the classification title. The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,820.00 - $10,732.00. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Position located at 1120 N St, Sacramento, Sacramento County.

The work environment is fast-paced, busy and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. It can be demanding and/or stressful. The incumbent may be required to travel to district offices or other meeting facilities, and/or to the sites of proposed projects. In the field, the incumbent may experience all climatic conditions, including rain or snow. Proposed project sites and/or construction sites may be loud, dusty, and dirty and may include rugged terrain.

While at their base of operation, employees will work in climate-controlled office under artificial light. However, due to periodic problems with the heating and air conditioning, the building temperature may fluctuate.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a…