SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you!

Under the direction of the Deputy Director (C.E.A.), the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) (SES) supports the development, planning, implementation, and operation of the Assembly Bill (AB) 652 Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC). AB 652 requires DPR to establish and convene the EJAC by January 1, 2026 and the SES will support the establishment and initial convening of the EJAC, including developing the application and nomination processes, committee charter and other related documents and procedures. Once the EJAC is convened, the SES will coordinate and prepare for EJAC public meetings and other EJAC related meetings and events to discuss DPR regulations, plans or policies under development and of interest to the EJAC; track and develop responses to questions as appropriate; prepare reports detailing EJAC recommendations; circulate EJAC recommendations to applicable program staff, as well as DPR Executive Leadership; and coordinate with DPR staff to ensure EJAC recommendations and action items from discussions are addressed or responded to.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Works in a secured high-rise, administrative office building with a public reception area for employees and visitors; Ability to use a computer for up to 8 hours a day; occasional travel by automobile or air may be required to different areas of the State; travel may include overnight stays.

NOTE: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)
• ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-444577

Position #(s):
814-001-0765-207

Working Title:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST) $7,336.00 - $9,126.00

Shall Consider:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
$4,145.00 - $5,132.00 A
$5,037.00 - $6,250.00 B
$6,375.00 - $7,926.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information Appointment to this position is pending administrative approval.

The Department of Pesticide Regulation's mission is "to protect human health and the environment by regulating pesticide sales and use, and by fostering reduced-risk pest management."

DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.

DPR values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect human health and the environment by regulating pesticide sales and use, and by fostering reduced-risk pest management. Join DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.

If you are seeking a challenging job that offers the opportunity to become directly involved with preserving California's environment and protecting human health, then this could be the job for you! The Department of Pesticide Regulation, part of the California Environmental Protection Agency, is predominately self-funded.

Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• This position is designated Conflict of Interest and requires disclosure of economic interests.
• If education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must include a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts in order to verify you meet the minimum qualifications. If you use unofficial transcripts to verify you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide official transcripts prior to your start date, if selected for the position.
• In order to apply for this position, you are required to provide your complete employment history on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) form. A complete employment history must include, for each position listed, accurate dates, job title or State classification, hours worked per week (please indicate an average if hours worked per week varied), company or agency name, and a full description of duties and responsibilities held. A resume or other materials will not take the place of the complete STD. 678.
• Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.

Application Instructions
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: 9/13/2024
Who May Apply
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.

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).

How To Apply
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:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Pesticide Regulation
Attn: Ms. T. Kalb
Human Resources Branch
1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento , CA 95812-4015

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Pesticide Regulation
Ms. T. Kalb
1001 I Street, MS 4B

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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:

• 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.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Supplemental Application -
  A response to the supplemental questions is required to be considered interested/eligible in the position. The supplemental questions and instructions are listed in the "Supplemental Questionnaire" section of this advertisement. You must answer each supplemental question in its entirety and follow all instructions for answering the questions in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.
  
  

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.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge or experience working with diverse cultural communities.
• Awareness of diverse communities and regional demographics.
• Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity.
• Passion for environmental justice, social justice, and racial equity.
• Familiar with key concepts such as environmental racism, structural racism, anti-racism, equity, and environmental justice.
• Experience with conflict resolution and/or facilitation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated high emotional intelligence and ability to adapt in tense situations.
• Innovative, creative thinker.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and groups.
• Ability to foster relationships and build trust with diverse communities and groups.

Benefits
For information regarding the benefits offered to eligible employees, please visit the CalHR website at www.calhr.ca.gov .

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Terry Kalb
(916) 445-2757
terry.kalb@cdpr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brian Petersen
(916) 445-4313
brian.petersen@cdpr.ca.gov

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:
EEO Office
(916) 445-3979
melissa.paden@cdpr.ca.gov
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.

Supplemental Questionnaire
You must answer the supplemental questions in its entirety and follow all instructions answering the questions in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.

Instructions:

• Required Font - Times New Roman, size 12
• Normal 1 inch margins
• Single space lining spacing
• Question at the top of the page

Questions:

1. Describe your experience, skills, and education with developing or implementing environmental justice policies or programs, including strategies you have employed to ensure work products and projects incorporate environmental justice principles.

2. In this position you will interact with staff in various levels both within and outside of the Department of Pesticide Regulation. Please describe three key strengths you have in working with others and provide a recent example of an incident in which your strengths proved to be valuable.

3. Describe a time where you received a question from the public or a stakeholder and needed to work across your organization to coordinate a response. How did you manage the process? What was the end result?

4. California is one of the most diverse states in the nation. Give an example of a time when you engaged or interacted with diverse communities. What steps did you take to foster inclusive community engagement?

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not take the place of the supplemental application.

Critical Competencies

• Communication
• Self-Motivation
• Decisiveness
• Conflict Resolution
• Technical Credibility
• Ethics/Integrity
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.