District Natural Resources Chief (Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory))

Job Description and Duties SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY) – SIERRA DISTRICT / TAHOMA This position works under the general direction of the Sierra District Superintendent II. The reporting location is the Sierra District Resources Office at Sugar Pine Point State Park in Tahoma, CA. The Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) manages and supervises the District Resource Management Program and staff, including up to 13 professional and technical resource specialists. The position provides leadership and direction across the Forestry, Vegetation, Watershed, and Wildlife programs; coordinates District scientific permits, CEQA review, wildfire management planning, Maximo and project development; administers resource management budgets, Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program funds, grants, and mitigation funds; and oversees equipment and logistical support for the Natural Resources Program. The position serves as the District lead for natural resource management issues, represents the District with partner agencies and organizations, participates on committees and multi-agency projects, assists with planning and management functions, and prepares reports, briefings, and presentations for internal and external audiences. The position also works directly on resource management projects, including aquatic invasive species, prescribed burning, vegetation surveys, special species management, and project review, and may assist with terrestrial and underwater resource projects. Typical working hours are 0800 to 1630, Monday through Friday; however, the incumbent may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, or irregular hours depending on program needs. Travel and driving a State vehicle may be required. This position requires a valid Class C Driver’s License. Training and Development Assignments may be considered This position is designated as not telework eligible. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. State housing not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Rich Adams at (530) 277-6370 or Rich.Adams@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 Duty Statement. 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. • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. 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.