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:
We are looking for a candidate who leads by example, continuously works on their development and improvement, is highly adaptable, maintains a positive attitude, takes initiative, has integrity, uses good judgment, and has excellent interpersonal skills.
1. Experience planning, organizing, and conducting environmental monitoring programs, including watershed, soil, hydrological, and wildlife monitoring.
2. Knowledge and experience designing and implementing hydrological and aquatic ecosystem studies, including field data collection and environmental measurements.
3. Proficiency in geospatial and statistical analysis, including GIS and modeling tools to evaluate environmental conditions and monitoring results including analysis of raster or LiDAR type spatial data.
4. Skill in synthesizing technical monitoring results into clear reports and presentations, including explanation of scientific uncertainty and resource management implications.
5. Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies to evaluate timber operations and ensure compliance with Forest Practice Rules or other regulations pertaining to forest management.
6. Subject-matter expertise in biological resources, species-specific habitat requirements, and development of mitigation measures.
7. Experience contributing to landscape-scale management plans and cumulative effects analyses.
8. Strong written and oral communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
9. Ability to work independently, manage scientific assignments, and maintain professional qualifications through ongoing training.
10. Ability to respond to emergency incidents and apply environmental expertise during dynamic field conditions.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions (FP Science & Monitoring Biologist)
Applicants must submit a completed Examination/Employment Application (Std. 678), resume, copies of college degrees and official transcripts, and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
The SOQ is a critical component of the application process and serves as an assessment of the applicant’s functional competence, as well as the ability to present information clearly, logically, and concisely in writing. Applicants should not rely on artificial intelligence or automated tools in developing their responses. Interviews will be conducted in person and without the assistance of any reference materials; therefore, submitted materials must accurately reflect the applicant’s own knowledge, skills and abilities.
Each application package will be reviewed and evaluated by the screening committee against established, job-related criteria derived from the position duty statement (PO-199) and the SOQ scoring criteria. Based on the number and quality of applications received, only those applicants determined to be the most qualified will be invited to participate in the interview process for the purpose of identifying the best-qualified candidate for appointment.
Statement of Qualifications Guidelines (SOQ)
When preparing your SOQ, please follow these guidelines:
• The information you provide must be complete and presented in a clear and concise manner.
• Responses must be typewritten using Arial 11-point font with margins no less than ½-inch.
• Limit your response to no more than three (3) typewritten pages, single-sided.
1. Describe your experience planning, organizing, and conducting scientific monitoring or research projects involving watershed, soil, wildlife, or ecological performance. Include your role, methods used, challenges encountered, and outcomes.
2. Provide an example of a hydrological or aquatic ecosystem study you have led or contributed to. Explain the field methods, data collection techniques, analytical tools, and how your work informed resource or regulatory decisions.
3. Discuss your experience reviewing projects for environmental compliance and coordinating with multiple agencies or stakeholders. Describe how you ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and resolved technical or regulatory issues.
4. Describe your experience designing and implementing scientific monitoring protocols, including data collection and both geospatial and statistical analysis. Provide an example of how you communicated the results in a technical report or presentation, noting how you addressed scientific uncertainty, limitations, and implications for management or policy.
5. Explain your experience serving as a subject matter expert on biological resources, including how you evaluated species-specific requirements, applied best management practices, and recommended mitigation measures for resource protection.
NOTE: Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.
Filing a job application “within the time” shall mean: applications must be postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) or depositing with a parcel delivery or courier service no later than the final filing date specified by the job vacancy announcement, provided that the parcel contains proof of a timely deposit with the parcel delivery or courier service or
- Date stamped at the appropriate office of the appointing power no later than the final filing date specified by the job vacancy announcement
or
- Electronically transmitted no later than 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the final filing date specified on the job vacancy announcement.
For the purposes of determining whether an application has been filed within the time as set forth above, any dates printed on mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology shall not be considered postmarks and, as such, are not acceptable proof of the date the application was filed.
A completed State Application (STD. 678), a Resume, and any other relevant documents (e.g. transcript copies, copies of degree(s), cover letter, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareer Account, by U.S. mail, or by dropping your application package off. Both addresses are listed in this Job Advertisement.
Please reference Job Control 513812 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section on the STD. 678. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please note you can only apply for one Job Control per application submission.
Candidate may be selected by Resume Review.
Temporary Appointments (TAU) may be considered if conditions warrant. TAU may be made to anyone regardless of eligibility. TAU may not exceed 9 months and will require eligibility to be obtained through an examination process in order to transition to a permanent or limited-term appointment.
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.
