Environmental Scientist

Overview

Job Title:

Environmental Scientist

Department:
Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) – Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR)

Job Code: JC-508238

Salary: $4,418.00 - $9,321.00 per Month (new state candidates may be hired at the minimum of the classification or alternate range when applicable).

Location:

West Sacramento, with a hybrid office/telework schedule; office two days per week. An Executive Order directed state agencies to plan for four days in the office beginning June 30, 2026.

Posting Date and Filing:
Final Filing Date: 3/6/2026

Summary:

Conduct environmental review of industry oil spill contingency plans as part of OSPR’s Preparedness Branch. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and analytical skills to build effective working relationships with diverse colleagues and partners.

Note:

Refer to the Duty Statement for more information.

• Conduct environmental review of oil spill contingency plans and associated documents.
• Support preparedness activities within OSPR; engage with regulated industry, agency partners, and other stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and timely objectives.
• Coordinate across programs and disciplines to meet organizational objectives, goals, and timelines.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills; build and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse groups.

• Ability to use a computer for several hours a day.
• May be required to participate in prevention and response training, drills, and incidents throughout California.
• Drive a state vehicle and be available to deploy/travel with short notice for extended periods (up to 7 days).

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

• Job Code #: JC-508238
• Position #(s):
  
  -905
• Working Title:
  
  Environmental Scientist
• Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
• Salary Ranges: $4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A; $5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B; $6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C
• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• Number of Positions: 1
• Work Location:
  
  Yolo County
• Telework:
  Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

CDWF employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and habitats. CDFW values diversity and fosters an inclusive work environment.

• Special Personal Characteristics:
  Ability to manage complex projects, clear and concise communication, keen observation, flexibility, tact, willingness to travel and perform field work.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent communication and ability to establish cooperative relations with regulated industry, agency partners, and other interested parties.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. QR code postmarks are not considered. Final Filing Date: 3/6/2026.

Open to those in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list/LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates have priority.

Submit complete Application Packages (STD 678 or Cal Careers electronic application) including required documents. If mailed, send to Department of Fish and Wildlife, HRB, Sacramento, CA. Electronic submission via Cal Careers is preferred.

• Current version of the STD 678 or Cal Careers application; include experience and education relevant to Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is required.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Include complete responses to the specified topics.

Along with evaluating candidates, factors include Special Personal Characteristics and Interpersonal Skills described above.

Benefit information is available on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Rachel Fabian, ,

EEO/Accommodations:
Civil Rights Office contact information and preparation for reasonable accommodations are provided in the posting.