SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Job Posting: Wildlife Biologist SpecialistDepartment of TransportationJC-498854Wildlife Biologist SpecialistSENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)$7,820.00 - $10,732.00 per MonthNew to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 12/12/2025Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)By MailDrop-offPrint JobSave JobJob Description And DutiesUnder general supervision of an Senior Environmental Scientist (supervisory), the incumbent independently identify problems, develop courses of action, and conduct critical and/or sensitive scientific investigations and studies and may prepare guidance, policy, planning, or regulatory documents and legislative proposals on issues of importance to the Department, and do other related work. Incumbents may be assigned lead responsibility for a specific project, program function, or area of expertise.Analyzes project impacts on biotic resources and works to design compensatory measures as appropriate. Completes technical reports for biological sufficiency as input to environmental documents. Ensures biological reports and or permits for projects are delivered within schedule and budget. Manages resource and regulatory agency permit determinations and negotiates permits and agreements for projects as applicable with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies. Manages permit amendments; review of project specifications, plans and estimates; agency site visits and other related agency concerns. The person in this position may act as Office Chief, when designated, during the Chief's absence.PARF# 07-6-422 / JC-498854Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4Ghttps://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalIApply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsPosition located at 100 S. Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012, Los Angeles County.Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.The work environment is fast-paced, busy, and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. The incumbent may be required to travel to offices outside of the district office or to other meeting facilities and to the sites of proposed projects. In the field, the incumbent may experience all climatic conditions, including rain. While at the district office, employees will work in climate-controlled office under artificial light. However, due to periodic problems with the heating and air conditioning, the building temperature may fluctuate. Position may be eligible for part time telework.The incumbent works in front of a dual-monitor computer system under artificial light in an office setting with long periods of working in a sitting or standing position.This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)Additional DocumentsJob Application Package ChecklistDuty StatementPosition DetailsJob Code #:JC-498854Position #(s):907-170-0765-XXXWorking Title: Wildlife Biologist SpecialistClassification:SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)$7,820.00 - $10,732.00New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.# of Positions:MultipleWork Location:Los Angeles CountyTelework:HybridJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeDepartment InformationCaltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.Department Website: www.dot.ca.govDirector’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunityDirector’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunitySpecial RequirementsPossession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.Application InstructionsCompleted 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: 12/12/2025Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 ApplyComplete 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 Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Department of TransportationCalifornia Department of TransportationAttn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-4988541750 E. 4th Street, 1st FloorSanta Ana, CA 92705Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Department of TransportationCaltrans District 7 Los AngelesCaltrans DHR Contact - JC-498854 - MS 50 (DHR)100 S. Main StreetLos Angeles, CA 90012Closed on weekends and State holidays.08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.BenefitsClick HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.Human Resources Contact:Chad Deuschle(916) 662-4844chad.deuschle@dot.ca.govHiring Unit Contact:Maritza Arciniega(213) 335-0062Maritza.Arciniega@dot.ca.govPlease 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 Contact:Caltrans EEO Office(844) 368-3367Ask.eeo@dot.ca.govCalifornia 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.Important Application Instructions:The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-498854), PARF# 07-6-422 and title of the position (Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)) must be included on the STD. 678 form.Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.