The Conservancy office is open when staff are working in-person. You are strongly encouraged to apply electronically through https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/. However, applications may be delivered in-person or by courier service by placing them in the mail slot at 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento, CA 95891 no later than 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on the final filing date. Alternatively, you may mail your application to the above address.
Interviews may be conducted through video or audio conferencing.
Telework: Conservancy staff work in-person two days a week. Headquarters for this position is located at 1450 Halyard Drive, Suite 6, West Sacramento; Telework agreements may change with reasonable notice.
Excellence in the Business of Government!
Come join a team that creates:
- A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
- A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
- An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.
Do you want to support the ecological and economic well-being of the largest estuary on the West Coast? The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy (Conservancy) is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) to join our team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to lead and manage complex ecosystem restoration and climate adaptation projects, collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders, federal, state, and local agencies, non-governmental organizations, and Native American Tribes.
The Conservancy is a small, committed team that works across departments and disciplines to protect, enhance, and restore the Delta's economy, agriculture and working landscapes, and environment.
In this position you will:
- Manage complex projects that advance ecosystem restoration and climate adaptation in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
- Lead special initiatives that support and advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic plan
- Research and brief the Conservancy’s Executive Management, Board, Native American Tribes, and stakeholders on the emerging issues or other ecosystems, restoration or climate adaptation topics.
Please see the Duty Statement for additional details.
This position may require travel.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of General Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.