Top 22 Conservation Scientists Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Department of Parks & Recreation —Alameda County, CA
- $4,418 - $9,321 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Olberding Environmental INC. —Hayward, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
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Cornerstone Earth Group —Sunnyvale, CA
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HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, INC. —San Jose, CA
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Haley & Aldrich —San Jose, CA
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- Bachelor's degree
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Apple —Cupertino, CA
- $172,100 - $258,600 a year
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Senior Staff Environmental Professional
SOCOTEC —San Jose, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Writing skills
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Wildlife Ecologist (Staff-Level)
HT HARVEY & ASSOCIATES —Los Gatos, CA
- $81,500 - $93,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
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- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Climate Manager
Volcafe —San Jose, CA
- 5 years
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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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Wildlife Ecologist (Managerial-Level)
HT HARVEY & ASSOCIATES —Los Gatos, CA
- $98,500 - $121,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Regional Biology Lead
BKF —San Jose, 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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Product Sustainability Lead
Sandisk —Milpitas, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- 8 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
Department of Parks & Recreation —Santa Cruz County, CA
- $7,820 - $10,732 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Fingerprint clearance
- Computer skills
Director of Water Quality
San Jose Water Company —San Jose, CA
- $199,000 - $243,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Driver's License
- Doctor of Philosophy
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
Department of Toxic Substances Control —Alameda County, CA
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Albertsons —Pleasanton, CA
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- 5 years
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Department of Parks & Recreation -
Alameda County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,418 - $9,321 a month
3 days ago

Qualifications

Non-CDL Class C
Driving

Full Job Description

Job Posting: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-522744

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00 - $9,321.00 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: 7/9/2026

Job Description and Duties

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (LIMITED TERM-FULL TIME) – DIABLO RANGE DISTRICT / NATURAL RESOURCES / DIABLO RANGE DISTRICT OFFICE

The reporting location for this position is the Diablo Range District Office, 15751 Tesla Road, Livermore CA. This position will work under the direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory).

This position is responsible for performing a variety of office and field work including: draft environmental compliance documents, conduct biological monitoring, planning and implementation of habitat enhancement projects throughout the northern sectors of the District (Altamont, Contra-Solano, and Delta sectors). This position will have the primary responsibility for Waterway Connections Initiative (WCI) projects within Brannan Island SRA, Delta Meadows, and Bethany Reservoir SRA and will act as project manager and lead in the performance of natural resource stewardship activities.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position is a 12-month Limited-Term position that may be extended and/or become permanent.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Gina Benigno at (925) 447-4631 or at [email protected].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.

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

Working Conditions

Travel is required throughout the District. Occasional to frequent work outside of office may include: walking or hiking into remote areas of parks with a wide range of rugged terrain, operate and navigate 4x4 vehicles or ATVs in remote park locations. May have moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, elevations, dirt, dust, rain, mud, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. May involve some exposure to aggressive visitors. May be exposed to extreme weather and traffic conditions.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-522744

Position #(s):

549-680-0762-915

Working Title:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A

$5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B

$6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C

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

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Alameda County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Facility:

Diablo Range District

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

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.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

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. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

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: 7/9/2026

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:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Attn: Classification and Hiring Unit

P.O. Box 942896

Sacramento, CA 94296-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Classification and Hiring Unit

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.

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: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Gina Benigno
(925) 409-8392
[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:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
[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.

Additional Information

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-680-0762-915 and the Job Control # JC-522744 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

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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