Seed Bank Manager, California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Davis, Yolo County, CA

Position Title: Seed Bank Manager

Organization: California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Location: Davis, Yolo County, CA

Position Overview:

  • This position is eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with CAL FIRE’s telework policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
  • The incumbent must be absent of any medical condition which would preclude the safe and efficient performance of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist). Persons unsuccessful in the required medical exam cannot be appointed.
  • Duties involve field work requiring physical performance calling for above-average ability, endurance, twisting, bending, and lifting over 25 pounds.
  • Obtains training and maintains qualifications and certificates to operate all nursery and seed lab equipment required, which includes receiving trainings from the Department in accordance with CalOSHA policies and procedures on how to safely operate a forklift.
  • May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays in support of emergency incidents or program operational needs. Extended travel away from assigned headquarters, to include periodic overnight lodging, is required and will be approximately 15% of time.
  • Possession of a Class C Driver’s License.

Qualifications:

  • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
  • Possession of a bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in a biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, soil science, water science, hydrology, agronomy, natural resource science, environmental or public health, physical geography, or a closely related scientific discipline. (Admission to a masters or doctoral degree program in a biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, soil science, water science, hydrology, agronomy, natural resource science, environmental or public health, physical geography, or a closely related scientific discipline shall be considered to meet these education qualifications.)

Salary/Pay: $7,556.00 – $10,221.00 per Month

Application Deadline: 2/20/2025

How to Apply: Please use the online application to view the full job description as well as how to apply.