California Department of Fish and Wildlife · California · posted today
Job Description and Duties The South Coast Region Human-Wildlife Conflict team is looking for an Intern. We are looking for someone to support the program by providing solutions to help members of the public resolve incidents involving wildlife. The Incumbent will develop and incorporate best practices that focus on conflict mitigation techniques and adhere to existing and changing California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) policies and Fish and Game code to implement solutions that will help keep focal species wild and thriving. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist to learn from seasoned biologists for hands-on field experience with black bears, mountain lions, deer, and more! Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR. This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. The language below is required for these NT classifications. • Applicants who receive public assistance under the CalWORKs program shall be given hiring priority consideration as provided in Government Code, Section 19063. • Applicants who receive public assistance need to identify themselves as CalWORKs recipients in the comments section of the STD 678, Examination/Employment Application. • Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs eligibility, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility or a copy of the most recent aid check stub. • Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program. If CalWORKs verification is not submitted with the application, it will not be processed as CalWORKs eligible. • Participation by a public assistance recipient is voluntary and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in a seasonal or entry level non-testing classification opening The Environmental Services Intern classification is a non-testing classification. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Office will be located at the Seal Beach Office. The incumbent must be willing to work long, irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Field activities may be strenuous physical activity in variable weather conditions. Office work can require using computer keyboard at least several hours a day, sitting most of the time; but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Lifting heavy and irregular items (up to 40 lbs.) and performing strenuous field and lab work are required. Must attend occasional meetings. In addition to working with SCR-based staff, interact with other CDFW Headquarter staff and members of the public, mostly via TEAMS e-mail and telephone. Employee is required to wear a field uniform identifying the incumbent as an employee of the Department. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Travel is required at least 50% of the time, which includes overnight stays in various locations throughout the SCR. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. • ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN
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