Job Posting: Environmental Program Manager I, Supervisory

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-496990
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Environmental Program Manager I, Supervisory
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (SUPERVISORY)

$12,551.00 - $15,602.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2025

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in taking a lead role in conservation efforts for threatened and endangered fish species in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta?

California leads the nation and the world in many ways, as a biodiversity hotspot, worldwide leader in environmental public policy, most populous state in the nation, fifth largest economy in the world, and global leader in agricultural production. As a result, conservation and resource management are inherently complex and span multiple disciplines including ecology, engineering, law, program administration, and fiscal management. Working in the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to conserve our natural resources is a challenging and rewarding career.

Beginning in 2021 state and federal agencies initiated an effort in collaboration with UC Davis to begin experimentally releasing cultured Delta Smelt back into their native habitat in the north Delta. Since then, state and federal agencies have continued to collaborate to support releases of cultured Delta Smelt into the wild, expand production as possible within current facilities, and plan for a new facility to increase production and release of Delta Smelt over the long-term. Additionally, in 2025 the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Department of Water Resources are initiating a new Longfin Smelt Culture Program. This position will serve as the Department lead to 1) conduct and publish research to support ongoing Delta Smelt supplementation and the Longfin Smelt Culture Program in collaboration with state and federal agency partners and interested parties, 2) engage in the interagency team responsible for siting, designing and constructing future expanded smelt hatchery facilities, 3) participate in releases of Delta Smelt into the wild, 4) participate in ongoing Delta adaptive management programs focused on Delta Smelt supplementation and the Culture and Supplementation of Smelt interagency team, and 5) engage in the Longfin Smelt Culture Program and Longfin Smelt Science Program teams. In addition to interagency coordination, you will have the opportunity to work regularly with colleagues throughout CDFW in Conservation Engineering, Fisheries, Habitat Conservation Planning, Office of General Counsel, Executive leadership, and our Bay-Delta Region.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.

 

Class Title: Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory)

This position is posted in the following counties: Yolo and Sacramento county. You only need to apply to one county.

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

 

If you currently have permanent status in your position and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position at the end of this LT appointment. If you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status, you will be separated from state service.

 

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

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

Working Conditions

This position is primarily an office position. Applicants should have the ability to sit at and use a computer and keyboard several hours a day; regularly drive to and from meetings, hearings, internal and external trainings, and site visits, typically within 3 hours from the office; and work with staff statewide to complete assignments.

Field work and site visits require an ability to negotiate rough and unstable terrain, conduct physically demanding work, and work long hours as needed. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Must have a valid California Driver’s License. Must be able to safely operate a 4x4 motor vehicle and be prepared to travel using a state vehicle. The position may require the incumbent to wear a uniform identifying the employee as Department staff.

This position is 12 months Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-496990
Position #(s):
565-038-0756-905
Working Title:
Environmental Program Manager I, Supervisory
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (SUPERVISORY)
$12,551.00 - $15,602.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

 

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

 

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

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: 11/13/2025

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. 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 Fish and Wildlife
HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)
Attn: Human Resources Branch
P.O. Box 944209
Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Fish and Wildlife
Closed Drop Off Location
Human Resources Branch
Temporarily Closed
See Filing Instructions
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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.
  • Other -

    A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application. Failure to include a Cover Letter will result in an incomplete application submission.

  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.

    To be considered for an interview, please submit responses to the following questions with your application. Please limit each response to no more than 1 page using size 12 Arial font.

    1) Why are you interested in this position and what skills and qualifications do you have that make you a competitive candidate?

    2) What are the three most important qualities of a good leader?
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:
An understanding of techniques and methodologies related to collecting, organizing, compiling, reporting and disseminating biological and environmental data; effective writing skills including grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and composition. To fulfill the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to have strong written and oral communication skills.

Ability to act independently, with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact. Good organizational skills, leadership, and initiative. Demonstrate ability to be dependable, flexible, and a problem solver. Consistently applies the best available scientific information and accurate analysis. This includes innovative solutions for difficult fisheries and wildlife management problems and new methodologies and scientific application to aid in successful program and project implementation.

Is professional, builds trust through honest communication and actions, strives to listen to others and understand their interests, and maintains effective working relationships with other staff, managers, members of the public, key agency personnel, stakeholders, and elected officials. Knowledge and experience working with fishes in the Central Valley watersheds and Delta, as well as California Endangered Species Act and California Environmental Quality Act.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brooke Jacobs
(916) 903-6426
brooke.jacobs@wildlife.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:
Civil Rights Office
(916) 902-9211
civilrights@wildlife.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.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-038-0756-905 and RPA Number E-WATER 25-006 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

 

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov.  If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

 

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

 

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

 

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
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