Natural Resources Job Board

In search of qualified biologists interested in managing conserved lands for the benefit of California's native flora and fauna! The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Inland Deserts Region (IDR) Lands South Program is seeking an experienced biologist to work as a Senior Environmental Scientist at IDR Headquarters office located in Ontario, CA.

Under the direction of the Inland Deserts Region Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) leads efforts to assess, clean up, remediate, and restore ecological damage from cannabis cultivation and other illegal activities on CDFW-managed lands; develops and implements prevention strategies in coordination with law enforcement and regional partners; and contributes to statewide data systems to document, analyze, and report on restoration and stewardship outcomes. This position requires travel to remote sites using State vehicles and close collaboration across programs to ensure science-based, site-specific ecological recovery and protection.

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist): Exam Bulletin Link

This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

This position involves a combination of fieldwork, office-based tasks, and public engagement including communicating via phone or e-mail to answer questions as well as giving presentations at public meetings. Field duties may include operating specialized equipment, conduct biological resource assessments, and work outdoors in variable weather and rugged terrain while carrying up to 30 lbs. Travel throughout the state up to 25% —including remote areas requiring up to 8 hours of driving—is expected, occasionally during non-standard hours. The incumbent will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, Sacramento-based and Regional staff, and the public via meetings, email, phone, and onsite interactions. Responsibilities also include attending and supporting challenging meetings, delivering public presentations, and using a computer for extended periods with intermittent standing or walking. A valid driver’s license is required. Uniforms may be mandated per CDFW’s Operations Manual (Section 12901) for certain field and public-facing activities. A hybrid telework arrangement may be available in accordance with the Department's current Telework Policy.