Fish and Wildlife Technician

Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor located at the 25,000-acre Los Banos/North Grasslands Wildlife Area Complex, the incumbent assists with maintenance, enhancement and restoration of wildlife habitat, does repairs and maintenance of facilities and infrastructure, assists with public use opportunities and the public hunt program. Additionally, incumbent will act as lead person for seasonal employees in performing habitat restoration and maintenance activities on the wildlife area and in a hunter check station. Incumbent will service, maintain and operate vehicles and various tractors and farming implements. Incumbent will write reports, collate public hunt data, and collect information and maintain accurate records on vehicle and tractor usage and herbicide use. 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 hours may vary, and it may require working weekends, holidays, and/or non-traditional hours
• Some overnight travel may be required
• May be required to work outdoors in adverse weather and extreme temperatures, walk or wade on uneven, muddy or unstable terrain, deal with mosquitoes, ticks and other stinging/biting insects, rattlesnakes and other wildlife
• Work activities may include repetitive lifting and other physically challenging duties
• Possess a valid driver license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
• A Pesticide Qualified Applicators Certificate is required for this position. This certificate must be obtained within the probationary period of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #:

JC-523045

Position #(s): 565-484-0916-017 Working Title: 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: 1 Work Location: Merced 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: 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; tolerant of hunting and the hunting public; 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: 7/9/2026 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. 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 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 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: Hiring Unit Contact: Lara Sparks View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (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 565-484-0916-017 and RPA Number E-R4 WA 25-007 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 . 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. California Correctional Health Care Services