ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST PI

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Job Description and Duties
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) - FACILITIES & DEVELOPMENT/SOUTHERN SERVICE CENTER/RESOURCES
The reporting location for this position is the Southern Service Center in San Diego. This position will work under the general supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory).
The incumbent will serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of specialists and professionals serving State Parks in the southern portion of the state. The primary responsibility of the position will be to provide natural resource expertise for park development projects, including project scoping, environmental review, wildlife/plant surveys, report writing, avoidance and minimization measures, permit acquisition, contract writing, construction monitoring, mitigation planning, and habitat restoration. The incumbent will also prepare natural resource inventories and management goals and guidelines for natural resources for inclusion in General Plans and Land Management Plans. Field inventories will also typically require digital data collection, processing, and management involving the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
This position requires a valid California Class “C” driver’s license. Please provide proof of eligibility with application.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please **** or at **** .
Training and Development Assignments may be considered.
This position may work up to 1500 hours per year/in a 12 consecutive month period.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
Working Conditions
Cubical workspace in office environment when not working in the field. Intermittent exposure to loud noise.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-353513
Position #(s):
549-864-0762-902
Working Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (PI)
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$23.91 - $45.73
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Diego County
Job Type:
Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours
Facility:
Southern Service Center
Department Information
The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: ****Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
Incumbent may be required to travel overnight to perform duties at park units throughout California.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
DO NOT
include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
SROA/SURPLUS Applicants:
You must
check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.
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: 3/7/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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 ****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 Parks & Recreation
Attn: Certification Unit
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento , CA 94296-0001
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Parks & Recreation
Class & Hiring
715 P Street
14th Floor, Human Resources - Reception Desk
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 ****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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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.
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: ****Hiring Unit ****
****
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 ****
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.
Additional Instructions
If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-864-0762-902 and the Job Control # JC-353513 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Eligibility Information
To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
List Eligibility - Successfully complete the civil service exam for Environmental Scientist. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam. Transfer Eligibility - Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above). Reinstatement Eligibility - Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.
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.
Closing Date/Time: 3/7/2026
Base Pay
23
Job Address
Sacramento
California
United States
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About California State Parks and Recreation
Live the adventure of an exciting career helping preserve the recreational, cultural, historical and natural resources in our state parks. As the largest state park system in the nation, it takes many hands to keep all parks operational and running smoothly. With so many career paths available, you may find the perfect match to your dream career at California State Parks!
We offer opportunities for entry level positions to supervisory and upper management. Whatever your skill level or experience, there are many opportunities to start a rewarding career.
From information technology to interpreters, and from law enforcement to environmental scientists, we have 100s of different classifications to choose from! We also offer seasonal/part-time openings and many more.
It is a priority to foster an inclusive environment and ensure the workforce is as reflective of California. The Recruitment Team connects the diverse California communities with the many career opportunities available with state parks and continues working to make our 280 state parks a place for everyone!
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