Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid - Yolo County, CA, United States - Department of Water Resources
Description
This position offers an exciting opportunity to assist with ecological studies aimed to fill scientific knowledge gaps related to continued operations of the State Water Project and ecosystem monitoring.
Activities may include assisting with hypothesis testing, conducting laboratory work related to the Sacramento/San Joaquin Delta, data analysis, and sample preparation for population monitoring using genetics tools.
The incumbent will assist with general laboratory procedures and tasks, data analysis, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures.Additionally, the incumbent will assist in ecological field data sampling and collection related to fish, invertebrates, water quality, genetics monitoring, equipment deployment and maintenance within the Sacramento/San Joaquin Delta.
The position works collaboratively within the Ecosystem Monitoring Research & Reporting Branch.You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
- JC430202
Position #(s):
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Working Title:
**F&W Scientific Aid
- Collaborative Ecological Studies**
Classification: - FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID
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# of Positions:
- 1
Work Location:
- Yolo County
Telework:
- Hybrid
Job Type:
- Non-Tenured, Intermittent
- Department Information
Division of Integrated Science and Engineering
Ecosystem Monitoring, Research & Reporting Branch
Collaborative Science & Innovation Section
Collaborative Ecological Studies Unit
West Sacramento
***Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.
At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake.
We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department.
Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.
DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect.
- Special Requirements
- Two years of college with 10 semester units in biology or other natural sciences related studies and possession of valid driver's license. Field sampling may occasionally occur on weekends and at night.
- Application Instructions
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Who 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
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Address for Mailing Application Packages
Department of Water Resources
- Attn: Division of Human Resources
- P.
- Sacramento, CA 95812
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
Department of Water Resources
- Certification Desk
- Sacramento, CA 95814
Required Application Package Documents
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other
- Cover letter
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience conducting scientific studies in aquatic ecology, water quality, genetics, or a related scientific field, including laboratory work, and fieldwork (in variable conditions). Knowledge of multiple STEM subfields is desired, such as ecology, statistics, and genetics. Proficiency with computers, particularly standard word processing (e.g., MS Office or similar) and data management software (e.g., R or similar). Ability to operate as a member of a team and good communication and writing skills are essential.
Benefits:
- Some added benefits DWR offers eligible employees include:
- Telework Opportunities
- Free Parking
- Paid Sick & Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- We are located in West Sacramento right off the Highway 50/80 interchange and we're close to shopping, grocery stores and restaurants. Our site offers electric ve
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