Wetland Restoration Ecologist (Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist))

Job Description and Duties The Fish Restoration Program (FRP) is seeking two creative, curious, and collaborative scientists to help drive cutting edge ecological analysis, interagency coordination, and field based discovery related to tidal wetland restoration across the upper San Francisco Estuary. If you’re excited by the intersection of advanced analytics, restoration science, mentorship, and hands on fieldwork, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of California’s wetlands. What You’ll Do• Lead advanced ecological analyses to evaluate restoration effectiveness and guide adaptive management.• Synthesize literature, data, and multi program findings into high quality technical reports and peer-reviewed articles.• Mentor colleagues in data analysis, visualization, and effective scientific communication.• Work closely with partner agencies to integrate monitoring and synthesis efforts and support responsible data access and use.• Get outside—conduct boat-based sampling of wetland invertebrates and fishes in and around the eleven FRP restoration projects.• Support lab operations by sorting invertebrate samples, preparing nutrient samples, and calibrating water quality instruments. Who You AreYou’re a scientist who enjoys the entire process of transforming samples into knowledge – getting muddy, wrangling data, and communicating findings, while teaching others along the way. You thrive in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments and believe science should be transparent, rigorous, and accessible. Why This Role MattersFRP’s monitoring and synthesis will shape California’s wetland restoration planning and management for years to come. Your work will help determine what’s working, why it’s working, and how restoration can be improved to support fish and wildlife in a changing estuary. Ready to put your analytical, ecological, and communication talents to work for one of the state’s most impactful restoration programs?Apply today and help build a healthier estuary for future generations. ADDITIONAL APPLICATION FILING INSTRUCTIONSPlease thoroughly and appropriately answer all requested information for each employment record entry in step 3) Experience of the online application. STD 678 Employment Applications will be screened for thorough completion of the Employment History section (beginning on page 4). Do not simply state to refer to your resume. If a field does not apply, enter "N/A" or other appropriate answer. Click "Print" at the bottom of the CalCareers application to preview your STD 678 application. Applicants whose applications do not follow these instructions may be eliminated from further consideration. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Must have the ability to lift a minimum of forty (40) pounds. Must be able to swim fifty (50) yards, stay afloat at least five (5) minutes, and be able to work in rough water without incapacitation due to seasickness. 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: Self-motivating, proactive, and organized, with attention to detail. Communicates clearly and concisely. Ability to work well with the public and represent the Department in a professional manner. Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting with other Department and inter-agency staff. Experience with:- Statistical analysis- Programming language/software- Scientific writing- Mentoring