Caltrans: California Department of Transportation
Senior Environmental Scientist (Biologist)
Caltrans: California Department of Transportation, Stockton, California, United States, 95202
Senior Environmental Scientist (Biologist)
Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Biologist, under the general direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), is an advanced journey-level position that serves in a lead role on highly complex and long lead projects of regional significance. In support of District 10 Local Assistance, Maintenance, Emergency, Encroachment Permit, and Planning Programs, the incumbent will prepare and review environmental documents to ensure accordance with scientific principles and compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The incumbent identifies, quantifies, and analyzes the environmental impacts of transportation systems, corridors, and projects on environmental resources and formulates measures to mitigate biological and land use impacts. The incumbent is responsible for gathering data on natural resources, such as plants, animals, and aquatic resources. The incumbent performs complex environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies; prepares reports; prepares routine correspondence with internal and external partners; answers questions from the public; prepares regulatory and compliance documents; and reviews documents prepared by external partners and consultants to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations, as well as Departmental policy and standards.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMQ7LDR
https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions This is a reposting of JC-473027. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to reapply. Your application will be considered.
Position located at 1976 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stockton, San Joaquin County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.
The Senior Environmental Scientist (Biologist) must have the ability to work independently and effectively at the District 10 office and in a home office setting as part of Caltrans' Telework Program. The work environment is fast-paced, busy and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. It can be demanding and/or stressful. The incumbent may be required to travel to other District offices and Headquarters or other meeting facilities, and/or to the sites of proposed projects. In the field the incumbent may experience all climatic conditions, including rain. While at their base of operation, employees will work in climate-controlled office under artificial light. However, climatic conditions may fluctuate. The incumbent must be able to use a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Attends lengthy meetings in-person and via conference calls. Occasional travel and field work may be required.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement
Special Requirements Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and in 12-point Arial font.
Please describe the education, skills, and/or work experience you possess that would make you the most qualified candidate for this position.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareer.com. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Transportation
Certification Services MS-90
PO Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
Drop-Off Address
Caltrans HR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State Holidays
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareer.com. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
Benefits Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact: Rashika Raj, (279) 599-8483, rashika.raj@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Elizabeth Hummel, (209) 986-9808, elizabeth.hummel@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)
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Job Description and Duties The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) Biologist, under the general direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), is an advanced journey-level position that serves in a lead role on highly complex and long lead projects of regional significance. In support of District 10 Local Assistance, Maintenance, Emergency, Encroachment Permit, and Planning Programs, the incumbent will prepare and review environmental documents to ensure accordance with scientific principles and compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The incumbent identifies, quantifies, and analyzes the environmental impacts of transportation systems, corridors, and projects on environmental resources and formulates measures to mitigate biological and land use impacts. The incumbent is responsible for gathering data on natural resources, such as plants, animals, and aquatic resources. The incumbent performs complex environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and studies; prepares reports; prepares routine correspondence with internal and external partners; answers questions from the public; prepares regulatory and compliance documents; and reviews documents prepared by external partners and consultants to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations, as well as Departmental policy and standards.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMQ7LDR
https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI
Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions This is a reposting of JC-473027. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to reapply. Your application will be considered.
Position located at 1976 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stockton, San Joaquin County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.
The Senior Environmental Scientist (Biologist) must have the ability to work independently and effectively at the District 10 office and in a home office setting as part of Caltrans' Telework Program. The work environment is fast-paced, busy and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. It can be demanding and/or stressful. The incumbent may be required to travel to other District offices and Headquarters or other meeting facilities, and/or to the sites of proposed projects. In the field the incumbent may experience all climatic conditions, including rain. While at their base of operation, employees will work in climate-controlled office under artificial light. However, climatic conditions may fluctuate. The incumbent must be able to use a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Attends lengthy meetings in-person and via conference calls. Occasional travel and field work may be required.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement
Special Requirements Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and in 12-point Arial font.
Please describe the education, skills, and/or work experience you possess that would make you the most qualified candidate for this position.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareer.com. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Transportation
Certification Services MS-90
PO Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
Drop-Off Address
Caltrans HR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State Holidays
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareer.com. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
Benefits Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact: Rashika Raj, (279) 599-8483, rashika.raj@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Elizabeth Hummel, (209) 986-9808, elizabeth.hummel@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)
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