This posting states its location as Humboldt County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Planner or a Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, with general direction of an Associate Environmental Planner or an Environmental Scientist, the incumbent will perform environmental management related duties gaining experience and training in the environmental field. A valid driver license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Revegetation Site Development and Maintenance: Assist Environmental Planning staff with completing vegetation planting and maintenance projects by using hand tools to prepare planting areas, install plants, install protective fences and cages, remove weeds and repair erosion. The incumbent will also collect native plant materials, irrigate plants and may occasionally direct work crews in the field.

Field Surveys/Data Collection: Assist Environmental Planning staff with a wide range of field surveys that may include wetland delineations, botanical/biological surveys, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) missions, and environmental compliance.

Data Entry and Management: Assist Environmental Planning staff with entering data, developing reports, and verifying data. The incumbent will also assist Caltrans staff in QA/QC of data, electronic file organization, management, archiving and project close out.

Please note: this position is paid on an hourly basis and limited to 1500 hours per 9 month period.

Scientific Aid classification is a non-testing classification.

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

PARF# 03-27-0249 / JC-521048

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Working Conditions

Position located at 1656 Union Street, Eureka, CA 95501.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Travel to field locations throughout the Districts is often required. Fieldwork requires the ability to work in a variety of climatic and geographical conditions. Field locations may be in remote areas or on road shoulders adjacent to traffic. Overnight travel is infrequent but can occur.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification
• Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment
• Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent
• Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.