Top 57 Conservation Scientists Jobs in San Francisco, CA

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission —San Francisco County, CA
- $7,820 - $10,732 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Research
- Office
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Field Biologist (Field Based)
ERM Group —Walnut Creek, CA
- $35.97 - $46.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Entry-Level Environmental Consultant (Geologist, Scientist, or Engineer)
Path Forward Partners, Inc. —Oakland, CA
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Biological Monitor
Olberding Environmental INC. —Walnut Creek, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
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Sustainability Specialist II/III (Open and Promotional)
County of San Mateo, CA —San Mateo, CA
- $102,336.00 - $138,153.60 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Project Biologist / Planner / Permit Specialist
OMS Consulting Services, LLC —Pleasant Hill, CA
- $44 - $57 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Management
- 5 years
Staff Biologist / Planner / Permit Specialist
OMS Consulting Services, LLC —Pleasant Hill, CA
- $32 - $40 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Senior Sustainability Specialist (Open and Promotional)
County of San Mateo, CA —San Mateo, CA
- $123,510.00 - $154,460.80 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Senior Hazards/Hazardous Materials Analyst
Aspen Environmental Group —California
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Excel
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
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Principal Environmental Professional or Biologist
Environmental Standards, Inc. —Oakland, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Environmental Scientist/Geologist
AECOM —Oakland, CA
- $69,000 - $95,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Up to 50% travel
- Office
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Regional Biology Lead
BKF —Walnut Creek, CA
- $153,691 - $187,845 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Wildlife Works - Future Talent
Wildlife Works —Mill Valley, CA
- Hybrid work
- Entry level
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Principal Hydrogeologist / Groundwater Modeler
Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. —Oakland, CA
- $156,115 - $218,560 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Principal, Environmental Due Diligence and Site Investigation and Remediation
Ramboll —Oakland, CA
- $187,000 - $234,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Principal Environmental Risk Assessor
Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. —Oakland, CA
- $156,115 - $218,560 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Staff Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer
AEI Consultants —Walnut Creek, CA
- $70,500 - $76,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Travel
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
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Principal Environmental Professional or Biologist
Onterris —Oakland, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Managing Technical Consultant, Permitting & Regulatory Specialist (Energy/Power/Renewable Projects) - California
ERM Group —Walnut Creek, CA
- $93,050 - $124,245 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driver's License
- Senior level
- 4 years
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Part Time, Program Manager for Next-Generation Ecosystem Experiments
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory —San Francisco Bay Area, CA
- $46,338 - $96,468 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission -
San Francisco County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$7,820 - $10,732 a month
5 days ago

Qualifications

Research
Stakeholder relationship building
Stakeholder management

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Job Posting: Senior Climate Adaptation Planner

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

JC-523062

Senior Climate Adaptation Planner
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,820.00 - $10,732.00 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: 7/20/2026

Job Description and Duties

BCDC is looking for a Senior Climate Adaptation Planner to join the Adaptation Planning Unit. This unique position will serve as a project manager working closely with cities and counties to prepare compliant Subregional Shoreline Adaptation Plans consistent with the Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan (RSAP). The RSAP is an award-winning, first-of-its-kind plan that contains Guidelines for how local governments along the Bay shoreline must plan and prepare for sea level rise and coastal flood impacts. You will guide local governments through their adaptation planning processes and lead the review and approval process of submitted plans. Your work will cover policies and topics related to climate adaptation, environmental justice, ecosystem restoration, public access, housing and land use, and transportation, among others. This is a highly collaborative position, both internally and externally. The Senior Planner will help drive BCDC’s RSAP Implementation program, including leading cross-functional teams, developing tools and resources, and engaging with a variety of stakeholders and state, regional, and federal agencies and partners to incorporate knowledge and expertise into all aspects of the program.

Assessment of fit for the position depends on fit using three criteria: , and desirable qualifications (see below). Please ensure that you review all materials prior to applying for the position to assess your fit for the job.

BCDC understands that the successful candidate may not fit the job description perfectly. If you are excited about this role but not sure you meet the desirable qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

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

Working Conditions

BCDC’s office is our headquarters in downtown San Francisco. BCDC is a hybrid workplace and offers telework for all employees. Telework is available for this position in accordance with BCDC’s Telework Policy and Procedures. Telework is available for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) Telework Policy and Procedures with a minimum of two in-office days per week.

Effective July 1, 2026, the implementation of a default minimum of four in-person days per week is a statewide requirement for agencies and departments, consistent with Executive Order N-22-25 and guidance released by the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). This Telework Policy is subject to change.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-523062

Position #(s):

722-101-0765-XXX

Working Title:

Senior Climate Adaptation Planner

Classification:

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,820.00 - $10,732.00

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

# of Positions:

Work Location:

San Francisco County

Telework:

Telework

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is a State of California government agency located in the City of San Francisco. Its mission is to protect and enhance San Francisco Bay and advance the Bay’s responsible, productive, and equitable uses—for today and for generations to come—as we face a changing climate and rising sea levels. BCDC carries out its mission by creating and improving public access to the Bay and its shoreline, minimizing bay fill, planning for sea level rise, and advancing environmental justice and social equity.

Department Website: https://www.bcdc.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: 7/20/2026

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.

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:

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

Human Resources

Attn:

455 Market St. Suite 228

San Francisco, CA 94105

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

Human Resources

455 Market St. Suite 228

San Francisco, CA 94105

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 - Cover Letter
Other -
Brief writing sample or project sample (5 pages or less)
Other -
Three professional references
Other - Supplemental Questions, no more than 600 words total answering the following:
- Briefly describe your experience with sea level rise and/or climate adaptation planning, research, and/or implementation. In your experience, what is the most challenging aspect of climate adaptation? What do you think are the biggest opportunities?
- Briefly describe your experience with developing plans, policies, and/or conducting stakeholder management. How were you most effective in managing the process? What are key lessons you’ve learned from past experiences?

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:

Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements as outlined above for the Class Specification. In addition, the qualified candidates should also have:

Background or expertise in climate science, including emissions and impacts projections.
Background or expertise in sea level rise adaptation best practices, including shoreline infrastructure, beneficial reuse of sediment, shoreline habitat restoration, land use policies, and funding strategies.
Familiarity with Bay Area geography and local communities.
Knowledge of the Bay Area’s land use, coastal policy, and environmental justice issues, which may include the San Francisco Bay Plan, Bay Adapt, and/or the Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan.
Experience with environmental analysis, research, management, planning, or regulation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with professionals from diverse fields and levels.

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.bcdc.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jaclyn Perrin-Martinez
(415) 352-3631
[email protected]

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:
Susie Ledesma
(415) 352-3638
[email protected]

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.

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.

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