The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is still taking applications for its Integrated Pest Management Coordinator (job classification is Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist), based in Sacramento. The job requires knowledge of invasive plant management and a DPR Pest Control Advisor license, or the ability to get a license. This person works closely with land managers on CDFW’s wildlife areas and the job includes both office and field work. If you’re interested, submit your application soon as CDFW expects to fill the position in early 2019.  Full information at: https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=122123

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Environmental Program Manager, Lands Program, the Senior Environmental Scientist is the lead scientist responsible for coordination of the DFW’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. The Senior ES Specialist works independently, conducts complex, environmental assessments of fish and wildlife pest management problems, conducts extremely complex and difficult scientific investigations on pest management options and provides IPM recommendations for DFW-managed lands. The assessments and investigations require an understanding of the highly complex interactions of fish and wildlife ecology, pest biology, toxicology, and environmental chemistry.  The assessments conducted by the incumbent determine the most effective pest management strategies that are consistent with fish and wildlife conservation goals for the particular site and overall DFW policy.  IPM recommendations may include physical, cultural, biological and chemical control methods.   

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Ability to direct and conduct biological resource work in the field; travel throughout the state; and work at odd hours.  Ability to develop and make effective oral presentations before the public.  Performs duties in office environment and at various meetings and venues. Possession of CA driver’s license.  Ability to drive for up to 8 hours.  Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and walk over uneven outdoor terrain carrying a 30 lb. backpack for up to 6 hours. CDFW fosters a team spirited work environment that focuses on mutual support in order for the Department to succeed.