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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
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- $4,418 - $9,321 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
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FISH HATCHERY MANAGER I
Department of Fish and Wildlife —Fresno County, CA
- $5,323 - $6,661 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Travel
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Zoological Animal Manager - 1/2 Asia West (Reptiles)
Fresno Chaffee Zoo —Fresno, CA
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- Microsoft Excel
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FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Department of Fish and Wildlife -
Fresno County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,999 - $5,196 a month
1 day ago

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Driver's License
Pest control chemical handling
Pesticide Applicator's License

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Mendota Wildlife Area - Fish and Wildlife Technician

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-525531

Mendota Wildlife Area - Fish and Wildlife Technician
FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

$3,999.00 - $5,196.00 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: 7/31/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team helping to manage seasonal wetland and upland habitats for a variety of wildlife on the 12,000 acre Mendota Wildlife Area? Under the supervision of the Sr. Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the Fish and Wildlife Technician will assist with the management and maintenance of wildlife habitat, including wetlands and upland food crops for wildlife, and controlling invasive weeds. Act as lead person for seasonal employees in performing maintenance activities for the public use programs, including operation of a hunter check station. Assist with purchasing and procurement requirements needed for wildlife area operation. Operate and maintain vehicles and various tractors and farming implements. Perform tasks for maintaining buildings and facilities on the wildlife area. The incumbent will also be required to write reports and maintain accurate records on herbicide use, water quality monitoring, and hunt results.

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.

Link to Fish and Wildlife Technician Exam: CalCareers

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

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

Working Conditions

Work may require working outdoors during adverse weather such as rain, cold and heat; walking or wading on uneven and muddy terrain. Ability to work outside in extreme temperatures, walk or wade on uneven and muddy terrain, deal with mosquitoes, ticks and other stinging/biting insects, rattlesnakes and other wildlife. Involves sitting some of the time but may involve walking or standing for extended periods at a counter area when receiving the public at hunter check stations. This position may require working weekends, holidays, non-traditional hours and outdoors during adverse weather. Work activities may include wading, hiking in hilly terrain, repetitive lifting and other physically challenging duties. Telework will not be available. State-owned housing is not available at this time. A Pesticide Qualified Applicators Certificate is required for this position. This certificate must be maintained during the course of employment.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-525531

Position #(s):

565-484-0916-905

Working Title:

Mendota Wildlife Area - Fish and Wildlife Technician

Classification:

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

$3,999.00 - $4,765.00 A

$4,151.00 - $5,196.00 B

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:

Fresno County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and aptitude for fish and wildlife conservation and repair and maintenance work; willingness to live and work throughout the State; willingness to work unusual hours and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; willingness to perform varied manual tasks; willingness to work in adverse weather conditions; willingness to wear a prescribed uniform.

This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration.

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

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: 7/31/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 Fish and Wildlife

HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)

Attn: Human Resources Branch

P.O. Box 944209

Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Closed Drop Off Location

Human Resources Branch

Temporarily Closed

See Filing Instructions

Sacramento, CA 95814

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.

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: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Pritesh Patel
(559) 655-4645
[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:
Civil Rights Office
(916) 902-9211
[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.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-484-0916-905 and RPA Number E-R4 WA 25-010 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov. If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

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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