The Wildlife and Lands Program in the Bay Delta Region is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Fish and Wildlife Habitat Supervisor to manage two large staffed Wildlife Areas (Grizzly Island WA and Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA) in Solano and Napa Counties. The incumbent will organize work projects and assign employees to tasks related to daily activities and seasonal operations such as maintenance of ponds, water control structures, fish screens, levees, roads, onsite water management, mosquito abatement, weed control, and heavy equipment operations. The incumbent will oversee hunter check station and hunt programs for waterfowl, pheasants, elk, and pigs as well as assist hunters and other public visitors regarding recreational opportunities. They will coordinate with the private landowners, Suisun Resource Conservation District and other local, state, and federal agencies.

The incumbent will oversee maintenance and repairs of equipment and infrastructure on the GIWA and NSMWA compounds and complexes including offices, employee housing, equipment storage facilities, office and communications systems, septic and water systems for facility and other related infrastructure. Other administrative duties include: personnel management, scheduling, tracking expenditures, contract administration, vehicle use reporting, and preparing; access agreements, press releases, budgets, reports, procurement documents, and oversees herbicide program and commercial driver requirements for staff.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:

Senior Fish and Wildlife Habitat Supervisor: Exam Link

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

 

Working Conditions

Involves regularly working outside in inclement weather and harsh conditions. Areas include uneven terrain in uplands, flooded ponds, and tidal slough and marsh environments. Requires ability to: drive numerous types of 4x4 vehicles, lift heavy objects, endure long and irregular work hours, work weekends, and change hours of work due to wildlife area activities, supervision needs, hunt programs, and other unforeseen issues or emergencies. Regularly attend meetings which require occasional travel. Must be willing and capable to competently use firearms in accordance with Department's Policy for Non-Enforcement Personnel to collect specimens, perform euthanasia of sick or injured wildlife animals, dispatch an animal that poses a public or personal safety threat, remove animals that are causing damage on Department owned and/or managed lands, and deliver specialized projectiles to avert and/or haze nuisance animals.

Must be willing to handle live animals, carcasses, and conduct simple tissue sampling and necropsies. Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and will be required to wear a uniform, consistent with Department policy.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR FISH AND WILDLIFE HABITAT SUPERVISOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-413840

Position #(s):

565-384-1928-001

Working Title:

GIWA and NSMWA Manager

Classification:

SENIOR FISH AND WILDLIFE HABITAT SUPERVISOR

$6,626.00 - $8,293.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Solano 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.

Must possess a valid driver's license, be able to operate a motor vehicle, and be prepared to travel using a state vehicle. Desire to obtain/maintain a California Class A Driver License with air brake and tank endorsements.

Wearing a Department of Fish and Wildlife uniform is required as a condition of employment while conducting field work and public work duties.

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: 2/7/2024

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other -

  A valid 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:

Special Personal Characteristics: Strong communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work independently, high degree of initiative and flexibility. Ability to handle numerous projects, prioritize tasks, delegate, track progress and keep detailed records.

Interpersonal Skills: Work independently and in a team setting; communicate clearly, politely, tactfully, and firmly as necessary with staff, other agency representatives and members of the public; demonstrate excellent listening skills and effective negotiation skills.

Skill to: Inspire confidence and effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, managers, and leaders in government and industry. Apply environmental and natural resource principals for the analysis of wildlife, game and land management, conservation and restoration. Facilitate and resolve conflicts.

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:
Greg Martinelli
(707) 688-2966
Greg.Martinelli@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 565-384-1928-001 and RPA Number E-R3 WA 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.

 

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