Core Lab-Nongame Scientific Aid (Fish And Wildlife Scientific Aid)

Job Description and Duties Have a passion for native wildlife and conservation? The CDFW Wildlife Health Laboratory (WHL), based in Rancho Cordova near the American River, is seeking a self-motivated individual to be our next Core Lab-Nongame Scientific Aid. Come join our team! Under supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the position is responsible for providing core laboratory and program support for nongame, threatened, and endangered species and wildlife health investigations in California. Position will provide veterinary technical support, disease and contaminant surveillance in affected species; necropsies and live animal processing; maintenance and storage of biological samples. Assist with the maintenance, migration, and management of data in WHL databases. Assist with field work that may include research, wildlife health monitoring, and disease surveillance; assist in physically handling wild animals during field projects, research, and the care and maintenance of live animals (e.g., mountain lion, beaver) held at the WHL animal holding facility. See the Duty Statement for more information. The Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid classification is a non-testing classification. The language below is required for these NT classifications. • Applicants who receive public assistance under the CalWORKs program shall be given hiring priority consideration as provided in Government Code, Section 19063. • Applicants who receive public assistance need to identify themselves as CalWORKs recipients in the comments section of the STD 678, Examination/Employment Application. • Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs eligibility, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility or a copy of the most recent aid check stub. • Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program. If CalWORKs verification is not submitted with the application, it will not be processed as CalWORKs eligible. • Participation by a public assistance recipient is voluntary and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in a seasonal or entry level non-testing classification opening. This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements * Ability to receive pre-exposure rabies vaccine and/or provide proof of rabies vaccination with adequate titer or within 3 months of hire.* Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. * Possess valid driver license. Ability to drive a 4x4 vehicle for up to 8-hours. 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: - Demonstrated ability to work independently and team setting with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact. - Shows courtesy, respect and tact towards co-workers and members of the public.- Good time management skills. Excellent organizational skills. - Follow directions precisely. Demonstrated ability to conduct work thoroughly with attention to detail. - Willingness to do routine work in order to learn; interest in and aptitude in the work.- Knowledge of the computer programs “Word”, “Excel”, “Access” preferred.