Join the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) as a water quality scientist! Our long-term monitoring program collects data on water quality and biological (phytoplankton, zooplankton, and benthic invertebrate) communities in the San Francisco Bay-Delta estuary. In this role, you will plan, organize, and lead monthly sample collection efforts aboard our 60-foot research vessel, R/V Sentinel; manage and maintain scientific databases; perform QA/QC; and analyze trends in estuarine water quality. Work with other EMP scientists, managers, state and federal agencies to present monitoring results at scientific conferences and produce regular technical reports and peer-reviewed publications. You will also plan and complete special studies on emerging issues relating to water quality in the Bay-Delta and represent EMP and DWR on project work teams for the Interagency Ecological Program (IEP).
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Candidates must possess:
• a valid California driver’s license (By date of appointment to position)
Candidates must be able to:
• Be available to conduct fieldwork outside of normal business hours including early mornings, late nights, and weekends.
• Obtain a California boater card.
• Work aboard boats for extended periods without incapacitation due to seasickness.
• Swim at least 50 yards unaided.
• Promptly equip personal flotation gear without help.
• Stay afloat for five minutes while wearing a personal flotation device.
• Carry and transport loads of up to 25 lbs.
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:
A well-qualified candidate will have:
• Experience conducting scientific fieldwork in remote or rugged terrain, particularly aboard boats.
• Understanding of advanced ecological concepts relating to water quality, food web ecology, and/or estuarine science as demonstrated by completed training, research or applied experience.
• Experience with environmental data science practices including data processing, QA/QC, and using scientific and/or statistical software (e.g. R, RStudio, MiniTab, PRIMER, etc.) to analyze complex datasets.
• Familiarity with the unique challenges and emerging environmental issues in the San Francisco Bay-Delta estuary ecosystem
• Enthusiasm for working outdoors and leading a dynamic team in fieldwork activities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities
• Experience with scientific communication (i.e. poster presentations, conference presentations, agency/interagency briefings, workshops/training sessions, technical reports, scientific publications, undergraduate/graduate thesis, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
DWR employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment.
Some added benefits DWR offers eligible employees at this location include:
Flexible Work Hours
Free Parking
Telework Opportunities
Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
Paid Sick & Vacation
Retirement
Basic Group Term Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
11 Paid Holidays
401(k) & 457 plans
Student Loan Forgiveness
Long Term Care
Group Legal Services
We are located in West Sacramento right off Highway 50 close to shopping, grocery stores and restaurants. Our site offers electric vehicle charging and is within walking distance of a coffee shop and juice bar.
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To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), cover letter, resume, and Supplemental Questionnaire. Please reference SAP Position #50000345 and Job Control #493400 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.
The Supplemental Questionnaire is designed to elicit information regarding each applicant’s abilities, knowledge, and experience in relation to the advertised position. Please complete the following questions and identify a reference who can verify your knowledge and/or experience. If you do not have experience regarding the question, then include examples of similar experience that would demonstrate your ability or potential to perform the specific function. Please limit your answers to a maximum of one page per question (double-spaced, Arial 12-point font).
1. Discuss your experience conducting field-based scientific research and/or monitoring.
2. Discuss your experience managing, synthesizing, analyzing, and communicating environmental data.
The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.
Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in disqualification.
. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.
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:
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