[ES_JOBS_NET] Sr. Environmental Scientist (Specialist), California Department of Water Resources

Mon Dec 6 14:41:00 MST 2021

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=276643

Job Posting: Sr. Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
Department of Water Resources

JC-276643  -  Sr. Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
$7,336.00 - $9,126.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/17/2021

Job Description and Duties

CIMIS is seeking for a highly motivated individual with an excellent technical and analytical background in estimation of reference evapotranspiration (ETo), crop coefficient (Kc), and management of automatic weather stations.  The incumbent will be responsible for planning, designing, and executing scientific studies to refine and validate methods that CIMIS uses to estimate ETo from ground stations and to produce ETo maps (Spatial CIMIS).

The successful candidate will work closely with experts from Department of Water Resources (DWR) and outside the department, including local water agencies, universities, consultants and government entities to conduct scientific studies that will produce high quality ETo and actual evapotranspiration (ETc) data; identify crop coefficient (Kc) data needs and work with experts to develop and improve methods for gathering Kc values; evaluate, develop and troubleshoot CIMIS station problems; work closely with Division of Technology Services (DTS), headquarters and Regional Offices'

CIMIS staff to guarantee the quality and integrity of CIMIS data.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain constant communication with the Regional Offices' CIMIS staff and cooperators to improve station maintenance and quality of CIMIS data; design and provide training to CIMIS staff; and support efforts to identify sites for new CIMIS stations.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement<https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=15320060&name=11.17.21(50050924)525JC276643SeniorEnv.ScientistSpecialist.pdf>.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

  *   SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)<https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=0765>

Additional Documents

  *   Job Application Package Checklist<http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=276643>
  *   Duty Statement<https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=15320060&name=11.17.21(50050924)525JC276643SeniorEnv.ScientistSpecialist.pdf>

Position Details
Job Code #:

JC-276643
Position #(s):

841-630-0765-012
Working Title:

Sr. Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
Classification:

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
$7,336.00 - $9,126.00

# of Positions:

1
Work Location:

Sacramento County
Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Regional Assistance, Water Use Efficiency Branch, California Irrigation Management Information System (CIMIS) Unit, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature.  We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department.  Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect.  An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov<https://water.ca.gov/>

[cid:image001.jpg at 01D7EAAF.4723E4B0]Special Requirements

Possession of a valid California driver's license is required in order to operate a State vehicle on public roadways and to transverse rough terrain field sites.

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.
Final Filing Date: 12/17/2021

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources
Attn: Division of Human resources
P.O. Box 1079
Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources
Certification Desk
P.O. Box 1079
Sacramento, CA 95812
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  *   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.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
  *   Statement of Qualifications - No more than 2-pages in Arial 12-point font
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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:

The ideal candidate exercises strategic thinking and good judgement; is a highly organized, industrious, and accountable; has excellent verbal and written communication skills and is comfortable speaking to large groups and the media; has the technical expertise to support CIMIS operations and agricultural water use efficiency throughout the state. The candidate will be familiar with California agricultural crops, have a strong background in micrometeorology, atmospheric sciences (includes geology, soil science, irrigation, and biometeorology, or closely related fields.

Benefits

Click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.calhr.ca.gov%2Femployees%2Fpages%2Fsalary-and-benefits.aspx&data=04%7C01%7C%7Ce3f0d688d3734c9fc78f08d9a88c8773%7Cb71d56524b834257afcd7fd177884564%7C0%7C0%7C637726143931897687%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=zha6eRLJ06oPiQ%2B2OGHOzKD7zo%2FiqJ7Hh8KdW5gnlPM%3D&reserved=0> to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lisa Batiste
(916) 902-7385
lisa.batiste at water.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Office of Workforce Equality
(916) 653-6952
weo at water.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), a Resume, and a Statement of Qualifications.  Please reference SAP Position #50050924 and Job Control #276643 in the "examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.

The Statement of Qualifications is a typed document no more than 2-pages in Arial 12-point font, addressing the applicant's knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job description and job announcement (please include examples). Cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Click here to complete DWR's Recruitment Survey<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2FFHLHHQB&data=04%7C01%7C%7Ce3f0d688d3734c9fc78f08d9a88c8773%7Cb71d56524b834257afcd7fd177884564%7C0%7C0%7C637726143931907666%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=%2B8EbMmzwSzPfW%2BpgFInW5qQ1ylSc0j%2F9%2BWf3GCT6g%2Bo%3D&reserved=0>. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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