Job Description and Duties
• This is a 12-month limited-term position that may be extended to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.
Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.
Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- This position is eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with CAL FIRE’s telework policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment
- Occasional travel, including possibly out-of-state, is a job requirement. May be up to 20% of the time.
- The incumbent must be absent of any medical condition which would preclude the safe and efficient performance of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist). Persons unsuccessful in the required medical exam cannot be appointed.