Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) - Watershed & Wildfire Resilience
Preserve California's biodiversity and restore fire-resilient park ecosystems.
Position Overview
Lead critical ecological conservation, salmonid watershed restoration, and wildfire fuel reduction initiatives across California State Parks. As a Senior Environmental Scientist, you will design scientific monitoring programs, prepare CEQA environmental compliance documents, oversee sensitive species protection, and collaborate directly with state and federal conservation agencies. This position is based in the breathtaking Sierra District overlooking Lake Tahoe, with hybrid telework flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
Provided as part of the official department employment package.
California State Parks uses a merit-based civil service selection process. Follow these 3 easy steps to secure your position:
Minimum Qualifications & Standards
Minimum Age Requirement
18 years of age at appointment
Education Requirement
Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, or related natural resource field
Driver's License
Possession of a valid California driver's license with clean driving record
Citizenship & Background
U.S. Citizen or permanent resident; pass departmental background verification and fingerprinting