Marine Region Habitat Conservation Program CESA Specialist (Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist))

Job Description and Duties The Marine Region Habitat Conservation Program is hiring a California Endangered Species Act (CESA) Specialist! The incumbent will work independently and as part of a team to provide high level scientific, technical, and policy expertise to support the conservation, management, and monitoring of marine and estuarine species listed under the California Endangered Species Act. In this role, the incumbent will lead complex scientific analyses to support emergency listings and provisional candidate determinations under CESA, as well as CESA listing petitions, status reviews, five-year species reviews, and recovery planning efforts. The incumbent will also support marine and estuarine habitat conservation by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing biological, ecological, and spatial data; developing regulations, permits, environmental review documents, and policy recommendations; and utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) and other analytical tools to advance the Marine Region Habitat Conservation Program objectives. The incumbent will apply scientific expertise to evaluate how proposed projects may affect marine resources, such as activities related to renewable energy development, oil and gas leasing, port development, dredging, and aquaculture. The incumbent must demonstrate strong planning, organizational, and project management skills; experience reviewing and developing avoidance, minimization, and mitigation measures; experience leading and coordinating complex projects and working effectively on teams; the ability to build and sustain collaborative partnerships across internal and external groups; advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities; exceptional written and verbal communication skills; and experience conducting scientific research in the marine environment. "The following office locations will be considered for this position: Eureka, Santa Rosa, San Carlos, and Monterey." Link to Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Exam: CalCareers You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Experience conducting scientific research related to California's marine and estuarine species and ecosystems. Able to apply critical thinking skills to analyze and solve difficult technical problems, and effectively present recommendations and information. Demonstrated ability to act independently, work on teams, and work effectively with individuals of differing backgrounds, opinions, and skill levels. Able to conduct fieldwork in adverse weather conditions, on boats, traverse over rugged and slippery terrain, deploy research gear, and handle organisms. This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration. 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: • Experience managing a diverse suite of projects simultaneously• Experience with technical report writing and developing recommendations• Knowledge or experience related to the California Endangered Species Act, Federal Endangered Species Act, and California Environmental Quality Act• Experience partnering or working with diverse groups of interested parties and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills• Open-minded, retains mental flexibility, and high emotional intelligence. Navigates complex and contentious issue with diplomacy and tact. Candidates who do not meet every desirable qualification are encouraged to apply.