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Yolo County, CA, USA
USD 3,861-6,464 / month
Job Posting: OSPR Spill Notification Analyst
Department of Fish and Wildlife
$3,861.00 - $6,464.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 9/3/2026
Do you like a challenge? Are you an effective problem-solver? Do you work well under pressure? If you can answer yes to these questions, please consider applying for the OSPR Spill Notification Analyst position with the OSPR Spill Desk. The OSPR Spill Notification Analyst will provide notification and dispatching services to approximately 100 field responders on OSPR's three field response teams (FRTs) statewide, as well as notifications to other CDFW responders. Additionally, notification and dispatching data are housed in an Incident Tracking Database used to generate summary reports on oil spill trends within the state. Oversight of these reports before they are released is another critical position function. If this work sounds interesting, please send in your application today.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.
Class Title: Analyst I
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.
This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
This position is in an office environment and involves sitting most of the time, and the use of a computer and standard office equipment. This position will be part of the extended hours at the OSPR Spill Desk. Monday through Friday 7:00am-4:00pm or Monday through Friday 10:00am – 7:00pm. [MC8.1][VP8.2]This position may be required to work either Saturday or Sunday in the future as part of their regular work schedule.
OSPR is a 24-hour oil and pollution spill response organization. The incumbent in this position may be required to participate in spill prevention and response training, drills, and incidents throughout California, and must be available to deploy or travel with short notice for extended periods of time, up to seven (7) days or more, via private or public transportation. Incumbents in designated response roles are expected to keep their state-issued cellphone on and accessible and to respond to response-related communications as practicable. Public engagement events or field work may require irregular hours, the wearing of a DFW-issued uniform, and operation of state vehicles with a valid California driver's license.
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!
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: 9/3/2026Who May Apply
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
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Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
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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:
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.
Statement of Qualifications must be no more than one (1) page in length, size 12 point Arial font.
1. Describe your experience receiving /evaluating, and relaying time sensitive information in a professional setting. Include an example demonstrating your ability to manage multiple priorities, work under strict deadlines, and maintain accuracy when supporting operational or emergency-related communications.
2. This position participates in spill drills, field response operations, and may deploy with short notice. Describe your experience working in dynamic or emergency-oriented environments. Include how you adapt to changing conditions, exhibit professionalism, maintain good judgment and uphold confidentiality while collaborating with multiple agencies or stakeholders.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
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:
You must reference Position Number 565-071-5157-XXX and RPA Number E-OSPR 26-002 & 26-003 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 https://jobs.ca.gov. 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.
All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.
Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
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.