Fish And Wildlife Scientific Aid

Overview

Work Location: Santa Barbara County

Job Title: Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

Department: Department of Fish and Wildlife

Job Code: JC-506365

Classification: FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

Salary: $18.26 - $21.67 per Hour

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 2/9/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account);
By Mail;
Drop-off;
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Do you love to work outdoors and have a passion for marine biology? Are you a student or graduate with a passion to learn more about marine science and standard data collection procedures? Have you been looking for the right entry opportunity to start your career with CDFW? If you answered yes to any of those, we have a job for you!

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Marine Region has statewide opportunities for Marine Fisheries Samplers to gather data for the California Recreational Fisheries Survey (CRFS). Using standardized survey protocols, this position will independently collect recreational fishery data and biological samples at public launch ramps, docks, piers, jetties, beach/banks sites and commercial passenger fishing vessels (CPFV). Specifically, this position will identify finfish and invertebrates to species and collect lengths, weights and other biological data as needed;

then review, edit, and submit data to lead staff for review and data entry. Standard survey protocols and fish identification training will be provided.

Note: The Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid classification is a non-testing classification.

• Independent collection of recreational fishery data and biological samples following standardized survey protocols.
• Identify finfish and invertebrates to species level; collect lengths, weights, and other data; review, edit, and submit data for review and entry.
• Travel within the state may be required; coastal sites in Ventura County may be included.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-506365

Position #(s): -905

Working Title: Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

Classification: FISH AND WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC AID

Number of Positions: 2

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Non-Tenured, Intermittent

• Willingness to work irregular hours including weekends and holidays
• Two years of college (60 semester units) with 10 semester units in biological or chemical sciences
• Good communication skills
• Reliable transportation
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license
• Ability to work in adverse field conditions
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to swim 50 yards and stay afloat at least five minutes

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 2/9/2026.

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs (e.g., Welfare to Work) are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to applicable laws and rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Submit Complete Application Packages (including STD 678) electronically through  or by hard copy as described in the posting. See Filing Instructions for details. If applying electronically, use your Cal Career Account.

• Current version of STD Form 678 or electronic state employment application; include all experience and education related to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is required and must include complete dates and hours per week.

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