WILDLIFE HABITAT ASSISTANT

Be Essential! Be essential at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) , where employees are valued and come together to manage and protect California’s diverse fish, wildlife, and habitats, for their ecological values and public enjoyment! Incumbent works on the 20,000-acre San Jacinto Wildlife Area including the Davis Road Unit and the Potrero Canyon Unit, maintenance relating to the restoration, enhancement and improvement of wildlife habitat values and fisheries management on Imperial Wildlife Area.
Duties include maintaining existing facilities and equipment, public use management and assistance in implementation of various public use activities on the San Jacinto Wildlife Area.
Implement and perform a wide variety of work, including farming, (operation of farm tractors and trucks), construction, marsh management, wildlife, fisheries and habitat management and public use management.
Knowledge of wildlife food and cover requirements, wildlife habitat improvement methods and techniques.
Works in check station operations, maintains, inventories, repair, replace and post hunting and boundary signs.
Assign hunt sites, collect and tally harvest data, identify waterfowl, conduct non-reservation drawing, provide hunting and fishing information, leads seasonal aids, and patrol wildlife area for problems.
Incumbent assists in operation of hunter programs including check stations; Duties also include endangered species management and management of angler opportunities.
Maintenance: Construction, installation, and maintenance of roads, buildings, enclosures, water control systems, and wildlife watering devices.
Incumbent must have a California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License .
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam: Wildlife Habitat Assistant: Exam Link You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Ability to work and live in extreme climates, must possess a class A or B driver's license, willing to work weekdays / nights, weekends and holidays.
State housing may be available and required.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
WILDLIFE HABITAT ASSISTANT Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-403185 Position #(s): 565-602-0904-001 Working Title: San Jacinto Wildlife Habitat Assistant Classification: WILDLIFE HABITAT ASSISTANT $4,130.
00 - $5,165.
00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Riverside County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.
California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet.
As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians.
CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.
Join us and begin a meaningful new career! Department Website: https://www.
wildlife.
ca.
gov 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.
Class A or B California Drivers License 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: 12/4/2023 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 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 Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Fish and Wildlife Attn: Human Resources Branch P.
O.
Box 944209 Sacramento, CA 94244 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Fish and Wildlife Human Resources Branch Temporarily Closed See Filing Instructions 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 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 required and must be included.
Other - A valid class A or B driver’s license is required.
Please include the following Driver's License (DL) information on a separate piece of paper along with a photocopy of the front and back of the license: Name as stated on license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration 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.
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: Desirable qualifications include preparation of attendance reports, vehicle logs, attending meetings, and training activities.
Some knowledge of Methods, materials, and equipment used in fish and wildlife habitat construction, maintenance, and improvement methods; general power tools, welding, carpentry, concrete work, and painting; operation of such equipment as trucks, bulldozers, and backhoes.
Analyze situations accurately and take effective action, prepare routine reports and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work 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: https://www.
wildlife.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Scott Sewell (951) 634-4652 scott.
sewell@wildlife.
ca.
gov 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 Contact: EEO OFFICE (916) 902-9211 EEO@wildlife.
ca.
gov 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.
Filing Instructions You must reference Position Number 565-602-0904-001 and RPA Number E-R6 LF 23-011 in 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.
We recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.
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.
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.