ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(PI) Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-522611

•ENVIRONMENTAL

SCIENTIST

(PI)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$25.48•$53.77 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

7/8/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(PERMANENT

INTERMITTENT

)•

SANTA CRUZ DISTRICT / NATURAL RESOURCE PROGRAM / HENRY COWELL REDWOODS SP

The reporting location for this position is Resources Field Office in Santa Cruz CA. This position will work under the general supervision of Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory). The Environmental Scientist (PI) will assist in the coordination of resource management program along with enhancement and protection of natural resources within the District. This position's focus is on the faunal resources of the District including management of rare, sensitive, threatened or endangered species. The position may be responsible for leading the work of others and will exercise a high level of independent action. Training and Development Assignments may be considered. Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. This position may work up to 1500 hours in any calendar year. This position is designated as not telework eligible. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Portia Halbert at (831) 251-2883 or at portia.halbert@parks.ca.gov. This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025).

PLP 2025

directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for

PLP 2025

leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of

PLP 2025

leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-522611

Position #(s): 549-715-0762-902

Working Title:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

(PI)

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$25.48•$53.77 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Santa Cruz County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent Intermittent•1500 Hours

Facility:

Santa Cruz District Department Information The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website:

http://www.parks.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. Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment. DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS

Applicants:

You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document. 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:

7/8/2026