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Final Filing Date:  September 11, 2026.

 

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At DWR you will have the support of knowledgeable and helpful colleagues, robust training programs, and professional organizational memberships for your professional growth.  Our large organization provides an opportunity for a long and promising career full of growth and opportunity.  We hope you’ll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity.

Job Description and Duties

This position offers an exciting opportunity to join the Collaborative Ecological Studies Unit at the Department of Water Resources (DWR). Under the general direction of the Collaborative Ecological Studies (CES) Unit Manager, the incumbent will conduct genetic monitoring and molecular ecological studies for water management decision-making within the San Francisco Estuary. In this capacity, the incumbent is responsible for genetic sample processing, data collection, field activities, analysis, and reporting of applied genetic studies that are responsive to the research needs identified within the Incidental Take Permit (ITP), Biological Opinions (BiOps), and water rights decisions. As part of the Interagency Ecological Program (IEP) and the DWR Collaborative Science & Innovation (CSI) section, the incumbent will prioritize the use of innovative technology and collaborative partnerships to advance DWR's efforts to have scientific evidence drive policy and management decision-making critical to the State's water supply operation and planning.

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

Position Details

Job Code #:  JC-529889

Working Title:  Molecular Ecologist

Classification:  ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Salary Range:

$4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A

$5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B

$6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C

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:  West Sacramento

Telework:  Hybrid

Job Type:  Permanent, Full Time

Contact Information:
Rikki Metcalf
(916) 701-7663
DISE_HR@water.ca.gov

For more information including detailed job duties, minimum qualifications, and how to apply, please go to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=529889.

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