<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <p>Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.</p> <p>Under the direction of the Environmental Program Manager I, the incumbent will perform all duties related to the supervision of Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist), Environmental Scientist, and Research Analyst staff including, but not limited to, planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating statewide activities of the Feed, Livestock Drugs, AUS, and SAFE programs within the FLDIP for effectiveness and fiscal viability. The Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Supervisory) is the first supervisory level of the series. Incumbents supervise and direct the work of professional or technical staff. The incumbent will perform a broad range of work concerning environmental issues impacting human and animal health, and the State's natural resources management issues related to the use of animal feed and livestock drugs. Duties include but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Supervise, coordinate, and direct scientific staff in the performance of their duties concerning the development and implementation of the program standards. </li><li>Review, assign, prioritize, and delegate assignments to ensure work performed is done in accordance to program procedures, policies, and standards; interview, hire, and direct staff according to State personnel laws, rules, and regulations. </li><li>Ensure that staff has the necessary tools, equipment, and training to perform the essential functions of their position and that deadlines are met for reports and special projects; develop training and work plans for staff; review and approve/deny leave requests, travel expense claims, out-of-state trip requests, and ensure adequate operational coverage. </li><li>Establish measures to effectively monitor and measure performance of staff; perform performance appraisals and probationary reports. </li><li>Evaluate staff performance and counsel staff as necessary to address performance issues and/or take appropriate commendatory or disciplinary action; consult with Human Resources and management and advise management on personnel and disciplinary issues for staff. </li><li>Evaluate program demands and workload to establish staffing level and resources needed. </li><li>Maintain a high-quality work environment that contributes to the expansion of employee organizational skills and customer service through guidance and formal training. </li><li>Provide direction and oversight to scientific and technical staff while conducting reviews of animal feed and livestock drug manufacturing practices. </li><li>Supervise staff in applying scientific methods and principles in the identification, research, and solution of problems related to potential environmental impact of animal feed and livestock drugs as well as new ingredients with environmental claims. </li><li>Review environmental hazard assessment for hazardous contaminants in animal feed. </li></ul> <p>Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.</p> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>The headquarters is located indoors at 1320 E Shaw, Suite 130, Fresno CA 93710. When in the office, the duties of this position are performed indoors in a cubicle/office environment. Each cubicle/office contains a chair, computer monitor, docking station, printer, portable and stationary filing drawers, and overhead cabinets. The employee's alternate workstation will be the incumbent's home office, which is equipped with a desk, chair, computer with various software programs, and a multifunction print/scan/copy machine.</p> <p>Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent's ongoing regular schedule in accordance with CDFA's Telework Policy. This position will be traveling and overseeing counties in the Central Valley and Southern California. Duties will require travel to other locations throughout California using private vehicles, state vehicles, air, or other transportation systems to attend meetings and training. Overnight stays or travel in severe weather may be occasionally required.</p> <p>Incumbent must establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; make appropriate decisions and well thought out recommendations; act independently in completing assigned work; work well under pressure; and meet deadlines.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY) </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-475322</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>018-717-0764-XXX</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor - Central Valley/Southern California</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)</p> <p>$10,538.00 - $13,100.00</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Fresno County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>Hybrid</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Permanent, Full Time</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>The Feed, Fertilizer, and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch (FFLDRS) assures the safety of fertilizer, feed, and food products for people and the environment by regulating sales, labeling, and distribution of fertilizing materials, livestock feed, and livestock drug products. The Feed and Livestock Drug Inspection Program (FLDIP) is responsible for enforcement of state law and regulations pertinent to the labeling, manufacturing, and distribution of livestock feed, registration of livestock drugs, and their proper use. FLDIP mitigates the overuse of livestock drugs in animals that produce food for human consumption through its Anti-microbial Use and Stewardship (AUS) Program; AUS staff work closely with AUS Program of the Department's Animal Health and Food Safety Services Division. FLDIP also fosters voluntary compliance with the laws and regulations that apply to animal feeds to improve the safety of feed through the Safe Animal Feed Education (SAFE) program.</p> <p>Special Requirements</p> <ul> <li>The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. </li></ul> <p>The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a REQUIRED narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable and required qualifications for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ should be typed and no more than one page in length, using Arial, 12-point font size. Resumes and cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ.</p> <ol> <li> <p>Explain your experience with California Feed and Livestock Drug laws and regulations and give an example of a time you had to enforce laws and regulations and/or build an enforcement action/case against the regulated public.</p> </li><li> <p>Explain your experience in leading projects and include at least one example of a time that you had to lead staff through a change in program procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Describe your experience with preparing reports for stakeholders, industry, state and federal agencies, and/or general public.</p> </li></ol> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: 5/27/2025</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.</p> <p>Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>Department of Food & Agriculture</p> <p>Attn: Human Resource Branch JC-475322</p> <p>1220 N Street, Room 242</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>Department of Food & Agriculture</p> <p>Human Resource Branch JC-475322</p> <p>1220 N Street, Room 242</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-475322</p> <p>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. </li><li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. </li><li>Statement of Qualifications - </li></ul> <p>A completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your State Application to be considered. The SOQ must follow the specifics as stated in the "Special Requirements" section.</p> <p>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.</p> <p>Hiring Unit Contact:</p> <p>Brittnie Williams</p> <p>(916) 900-5022</p> <p>Brittnie.Williams@cdfa.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>Office of Civil Rights</p> <p>(916) 654-1005</p> <p>Civil_Rights@cdfa.ca.gov</p> <p>California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.</p> <p>Hard Copy Applications</p> <p>If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 06/2024 version.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.</p> <p>If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.</p> <p>Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.</p> <p>Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University.</p> <p>This position may require a medical clearance.</p> <p>Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>