California Delta Independent Science Board Member

The Delta Stewardship Council, a California State Agency, is seeking three prominent scientists to serve on the Delta Independent Science Board, which provides oversight of the science that underlies environmental decision-making in California’s Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Desired expertise include physical hydrology, geology, ecology and/or Traditional Knowledge.

The incumbents will collaborate alongside national and international scientists to produce influential reports that support the adaptive management of the largest estuary on the west coast of North America.

Applications are due by March 31, 2025. Appointed members will start on September 1, 2025.

See recruitment flyer for details on how to apply:  https://deltacouncil.ca.gov/pdf/isb/flyer/2025-02-14-isb-member-recruitment.pdf

Past Postings

Biological Science Technician with U.S. Geological Survey

As a Biological Science Technician Field Assistant with the U.S. Geological Survey, some of your specific duties will include:
• Incumbent performs technical work in a laboratory or field environment in support of professional or technical employees engaged in data collection activities or analysis of biological data collection activities or analysis of biological samples.
• Collects biological, botany, fisheries, or wildlife data from study files or monitoring stations.
• Performs laboratory analysis of biological samples to determine specified chemical, biological, or physical characteristics.
• Operates a government motor vehicle as an incidental driver.

The application period is open through October 31, 2024.

Click here for full job description and details on how to apply. To apply individuals must submit transcripts and a CV to [email protected].

Various Water Resource Engineering Positions – CBEC Engineering

• ECOENGINEER/ECOHYDROLOGIST I/II ~ Northern California (West Sacramento or Santa Cruz) or Upper Midwest
• TECHNICIAN I/II ~ Northern California (West Sacramento)

WHY JOIN CBEC ECO ENGINEERING
cbec eco engineering, inc. (cbec), is based in West Sacramento, California, with branch offices in Northern California and nationwide. We specialize in eco engineering, a term that refers to the practice of water resources engineering in ways that provide ecologically-sensitive and environmentally-sustainable solutions in the fields of hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, water quality, and restoration design. cbec offers a stable job environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for career growth. We are looking for candidates who are ambitious, enthusiastic, driven, and fun, who have fantastic qualifications and a love of the outdoors. We hope it does not come as a surprise that all applicants should enjoy all things water!

Please see cbec website for complete job listings: https://www.cbecoeng.com/careers/

Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) – CA Department of Water Resources

The California Department of Water Resources is looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) who will serve as the DWR Quality Assurance Officer. This position offers the opportunity to collaboratively implement the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Quality Management System (QMS) as the Department’s Quality Assurance (QA) Officer. The incumbent is responsible for acting as Quality Management’s technical lead and for collaboratively developing QA processes, procedures, guidelines, and documents to ensure that the QA principles are integrated into all water-related data collection activities performed by DWR and its consultants and partners for WRM-60 and AB1755 compliance. As QA Officer, the incumbent coordinates with the Quality Assurance Unit Manager to facilitate DWR QA Committee meetings, develop metrics to assess implementation of the QMS and prepare memorandum and reports to DWR management on its effectiveness. The incumbent will work with Department staff to integrate QA principals into environmental monitoring and scientific investigations to ensure reported results are of a known and documented quality, consistently produced, and legally defensible. The incumbent works with staff from other agencies and partnerships to coordinate and provide technical QA expertise to ensure DWR QA processes are consistent with best practices, and to promote interoperability of data between agencies and partnerships. The position is located in West Sacramento, and the final filing date is 4/25/2024. 

Please visit the CalCareers website for Job Announcement:JC-424827 Quality Assurance Officer for more information about the position and how to apply.

Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor) – CA Department of Water Resources

The California Department of Water Resources is looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor) in DWR’s Bryte Chemical Laboratory. This position will provide direct supervision of professional chemists and scientific aids. The incumbent provides analytical environmental chemistry expertise for regulatory and special studies, performs quality assurance and quality control of analytical methods, and is knowledgeable and proficient in current industry standards. The position is located in West Sacramento and the final filing date is 4/23/2024.

Please visit the CalCareers website and the Job Announcement:JC-423256 Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) about the position and how to apply.

Senior Biological Technician – Cramer Fish Sciences

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Experience conducting stream habitat surveys and identifying California freshwater and estuarine fish species.
• Ability to accurately interpret and follow established scientific guidelines and protocols as you perform data collection, entry, organization, and quality assurance/control.
• Manage project logistics, including scheduling field efforts and delegating work among the field team.
• Lead and manage field crews as needed to perform hands-on work which may include water sample collection, fish trapping and tagging, visual estimation techniques (e.g., snorkeling, redd surveys), collecting data on the physical environment (e.g., water quality, channel bathymetry), and taking measurements of individual specimens.
• Enter, compile, organize, and conduct basic analysis of fisheries and aquatic habitat related data, including generating simple figures, tables, and written content summarizing results.
• Operate prop boats, jet boats, and non-motorized watercraft to perform fisheries research.
• Coordinate acquisition, maintenance, repairs, replacement, and organization of all equipment and supplies needed for field work.
• The ability to operate power tools like saws and drills to perform basic maintenance on a variety of equipment is a plus.
• Using GPS devices, traveling to and working in remote field sites.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others to resolve challenges.

How to apply: https://fishsciences.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

Seasonal Biological Technician – Cramer Fish Sciences

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Perform field surveys that include fish trapping and visual estimation techniques (e.g., backpack electrofishing, boat-based sampling, acoustic telemetry, spawning or snorkel surveys).
• Assist with modifying and constructing fabrication projects (e.g., weirs, boats).
• Perform laboratory work, including freshwater invertebrate sample processing and salmon otolith preparation.
• Safely conduct field and lab work under supervision for a wide array of projects.
• Ability to produce accurate, timely, and quality work products assigned by project leaders and be accountable for meeting objectives.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately interpret and follow established protocols, guidelines, and procedures.

How to apply: https://fishsciences.isolvedhire.com/jobs/
Duration: January 2024 through the end of June 2024

Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Program Manager, California Ocean Protection Council (OPC)

Postdoctoral Researcher-Aquatic Health Program

The Aquatic Health Program (PIs: Hammock and Teh) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher with experience in data analysis and a strong publication record to join their team at the University of California, Davis (UCD).

You can find more information regarding this job opportunity and how to apply by viewing this announcement for the Postdoctoral Researcher (PDF).