Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Interested in joining the CDFW Wildlife Health Laboratory (WHL)? Have a passion for mountain lion conservation and wildlife health? Come join our diverse team based in Rancho Cordova!

Under supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor) in the WHL and guidance of the Large Carnivore Research Coordinator (Lead Person), the position provides dedicated core support to the statewide mountain lion program for population monitoring and ecological research. Position will assist with field research activities, data collection, camera-trap deployment and monitoring (i.e., mountain lions); biological sample collection (e.g., live animals, necropsies); telemetry and camera data processing and data entry. The position will also assist to maintain historic and current databases; public education and response to public inquiries; computer-aided literature reviews; webpage updates; drafting technical reports, which may include basic scientific calculations; and provide overall laboratory support to the WHL.

See Duty Statement to learn more.

This position offers the possibility of an office-centered telework agreement based on the Department's current Telework Policy.

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 .

Working Conditions

Office setting requires using computer keyboard at least several hours a day and involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Must attend occasional meetings. Ability to lift heavy and irregular items up to 40 lbs. Ability to drive for long-distances and/or for several hours at a time, as needed. In addition to working with Sacramento-based staff, may interact with Regional staff and members of the public, in the field, via e-mail, and telephone. Ability to travel and perform field work throughout the State, as needed. Field activities may include strenuous physical activity in variable weather conditions. Must be vaccinated against rabies virus (adequate current antibody titer) or willing to receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations. NOTE: Willingness to work long irregular hours. Weekend and holiday work frequently required.

Special Requirements

*Possession of a valid driver license required. *Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. required. *Weekend and holiday work frequently required. *Must feel comfortable with potential close contact with imperiled and/or confined wild animals.

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.

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:

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team setting. Strong time management and organizational skills. Follows directions precisely; performs work thoroughly and with attention to detail. Willingness to do routine work in order to learn; interest in and aptitude in the work. Ability to perform animal necropsies, handle live and dead animals. Knowledge of the computer programs “Word”, “Excel”, “Access”. Knowledge and/or experience with live animal handling, camera traps, telemetry data, and data analysis highly desired.

Interpersonal Skills: Works well in a team setting. Demonstrates open-mindedness, flexibility, tact and respect towards co-workers and members of the public.

Benefits

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

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-035-0835-905and RPA Number E-WLB 24-045in 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  .  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.

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 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.
• Other -

  A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application. Failure to include a Cover Letter will result in an incomplete application submission.

• 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.

  Provide brief cover letter (1-page) with the following information. Include academic, volunteer, and paid experience.
  1. Describe your interest in working for the CDFW Wildlife Health Lab's Mountain Lion Conservation Program.
  2. Describe your knowledge, training and/or experience with data collection, data analysis, and data management.
  3. Describe your training and/or experience with live animal captures and handling of any kind.
  4. Describe your knowledge, training and/or experience performing work and research in the field and/or lab setting.

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