Fish and Game Warden Cadet

Exam Title: Fish and Game Warden Cadet Bulletin Release Date 3/2/23 Exam Code 8FG09 FISH AND GAME WARDEN CADET OPEN DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION CONTINUOUS CUT-OFF DATES: LAST DAY OF EVERY MONTH REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION The following items must be emailed or mailed together for the application to be considered complete. See filing instructions below.  Examination / Employment Application-Form STD. 678 https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/STD678.pdf  A Copy of your PELLETB T-Score (42 or higher) and if you qualify for Veterans’ Preference  Application for Veterans Preference – https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/spb1093.pdf (this form is to be mailed directly to the California Department of Human Resources [CalHR]) NOTE: Before submitting your application, please be sure to complete the Education section of the STD 678, including courses and units completed. Remember to sign your application. (See page four regarding this departments education minimum qualifications) Failure to provide this information may result in rejection of your application. INTRODUCTION Why not work to benefit California’s environment? Want to work with dedicated people who value and enjoy their work? Our employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend. Join us and begin a meaningful new career. For more information on the State examination and hiring process, visit the Department of Fish and Wildlife website at https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Employment EEO An equal opportunity employer to all regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual Exam Title: Fish and Game Warden Cadet Bulletin Release Date 3/2/23 Exam Code 8FG09 orientation. DRUG FREE STATEMENT It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free state workplace. 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. WHO SHOULD APPLY? Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated below may apply for this examination. All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this examination announcement by the written test date. Candidates who are successful in receiving eligibility, but were not successful in their interviews, physicals, background investigations etc. will have the option to reapply 6 months after their eligibility date. FILING INSTRUCTIONS Cut-Off Dates: The last day of each month. EMAILED APPLICATIONS ARE PREFERRED. Submit your completed EXAMINATION/EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (STD 678) along with a copy of your PELLETB T- score via email to WildlifeCadetExamSubmission@wildlife.ca.gov Please include the Exam Code (8FG09) and the Title of the Examination (Fish and Game Warden Cadet) in the subject line of your email. The Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) is available through your CalCareers Account or the internet at https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/STD678.pdf. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be contacted for follow-up documents. Please be sure to include your current email address on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. There is no option for in-person delivery of your application. Email is preferred. If you choose to apply through hard copy submission, please send your application (STD 678 and T-score) via certified mail to the mailing address below: MAIL TO: California Department of Fish and Wildlife Attention: HR - Exam Unit P.O. Box 944209 Sacramento, CA 94244 SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, mark the appropriate box on the application. The exam unit will contact you to make specific arrangements. REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION Accepted applicants are required to bring either a photo identification card or two forms of signed identification to each phase of the examination. Exam Title: Fish and Game Warden Cadet Bulletin Release Date 3/2/23 Exam Code 8FG09 SALARY INFORMATION The starting salary for Fish and Game Warden Cadet is between $4,077 - $5,499 per month. After graduation to a Fish and Game Warden as explained in the “Position Statement,” you advance to Fish and Game Warden (Range A $5,191 - $6,364 or Range B $5,916 - $7,605). In addition to salary, Fish and Game Wardens can receive additional pay differentials as listed below: PAY DIFFERENTIAL 142- Geographic Differential: Employees headquartered and residing in one of the following 17 designated high-cost counties receive a monthly differential of $220 for Range A or $300 for Range B. Alameda Napa San Luis Obispo Santa Cruz Contra Costa Orange San Mateo Solano Los Angeles San Diego Santa Barbara Sonoma Marin San Francisco Santa Clara Ventura Monterey PAY DIFFERENTIAL 245- Longevity Pay: All employees who have peace officer status and at least 17 years of State service receive a monthly differential based on a percentage of their base pay. Prior State service in classifications other than a peace officer may be included. Longevity pay will be determined as follows: 17-18 Years 2 Percent 19 Years 4 Percent 20 Years 5 Percent 21 Years 6 Percent 22-24 Years 7 Percent 25 Years or more 9 Percent PAY DIFFERENTIAL 244- Education Incentive Pay: A. The State agrees to pay employees to attain the POST certificates listed below, as certified by the Department, or the appropriate college degree, as follows: • Intermediate POST Certificate or equivalent – fifty dollars ($50) • AA or AS Degree – seventy-five dollars ($75) • Advanced POST Certificate or equivalent – one hundred dollars ($100) • BA or BS Degree – one hundred twenty-five dollars ($125) B