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CDFW's Interagency Ecological Program (IEP) is seeking (3) Mates, vessel operators, to pilot a fleet of diesel-powered and gasoline-powered research vessels up to 115 feet in length.

CalCareers Job Announcement: JC-477606 Mate, Fish and Game Vessel
# of Positions: 3
Classification: Mate, Fish and Game Vessel ($5,161.00 - $6,180.00)
Work Location: San Joaquin County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Final Filing Date: 5/30/2025

The main duty of the Mate is to safely navigate vessels and operate a variety of aquatic sampling gear with the help of a field crew within the San Francisco Bay & Delta. In addition to directing the safe operation of our vessels and crew, Mates ensure the longevity of the fleet with regular upkeep and maintenance. Mates are also trained and will occasionally assist as deck hands to aid vessel operations, assist with sampling gear, and on occasion will assist with fish handling and identification.

When not on the water, Mates partner up with senior fleet operations staff to maintain vessels, and assist scientific staff to help prep vessels, maintain and repair field gear (nets, hardware and other equipment). These create opportunities for skill development in vessel repair, hydraulic system repair, welding, net repair and fish identification. Mates will have an opportunity to accumulate skills and at-sea time for earning (dependent on funding) or maintaining a Coast Guard Captain's License.

More information on the IEP can be found on the IEP website.

**To be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the Class Title: Mates, Fish and Game Vessel exam.

This position is posted in the following counties: San Joaquin/Sacramento/Contra Costa. You only need to apply to one county.

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

GEI Consultants is seeking multiple biological field technicians based out of their Rancho Cordova (Sacramento) office to implement project work such as:

• compliance monitoring
• species and habitat evaluations, and
• species surveys.

Job Announcement: On-call Biological Field Technician - Giant Garter Snake Experience Preferred

This position requires an introductory level of skill and experience, specifically in conducting biological clearance surveys, monitoring, and reporting. Projects will involve field labor, technical work, and/or monitoring of construction crews. Experience with giant garter snake is preferred.

Applicants should live within a one hour driving radius of Sacramento.

Visit the job announcement for more information about the duties, qualifications, and how to apply!

The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) is currently accepting applications for natural resource scientists for the Watershed Stewards Program. SFEI has participated in a program over the last several years that facilitates training entry-level professionals for environmental science fields.

Jumpstart your career as a natural resources scientist!

Applications are due June 30, 2025. The program runs from October 01, 2025 through August 25, 2026. Consider the San Francisco Estuary Institute as your placement site.

Details:

• Engage in Watershed Restoration & Recovery
• Engage in Environmental Education & Outreach
• Engage in Volunteer Recruitment
• Receive hands-on mentorship from professionals in the field
• Monthly living stipend of $2,904, medical insurance, and student loan forbearance

Check out the links below for more information about this program and how to apply!

• SFEI Watershed Stewards Program
• Apply Now

The Center for Watershed Sciences at the University of California, Davis seeks to potentially fill 3 non-tenured, academic term appointments as a Junior Specialist. This position will aid in interdisciplinary studies of the interactions of hydrology and ecology in montane stream and meadow systems.

Research (90%)
Duties include participation in field studies to collect aquatic habitat data, biologic data, geospatial data using GPS equipment, and water quality attributes; management of large databases and datasets; literature review and data collection associated with the application of environmental flows and stream restoration; and participation in data entry, post-processing, data synthesis, and statistical analysis.

Professional Competence & Activity (5%)
Conduct literature searches and help write annual reports to funders. Participation in the creative activities of publishing research and designing future research including reviewing journal articles; engaging in discussions of research to assist in interpreting results; and assisting senior researchers in preparing manuscripts for peer-review journals. Present research results at local and regional scientific meetings, if applicable.

University and Public Service (5%)
Participate in department and campus committees as allowed by funding source.

Applicants who applied for the original posting but didn't get a response should re-apply to the updated posting.

Application Link: UC Davis Recruit: 3 Positions Junior Specialist - Hydro-Ecology of Montane Streams and Meadows (Recruit #2)

Most recent review date: Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.