Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

The Feed, Fertilizer, and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services Branch (FFLDRS) is recruiting to fill one (1) Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) position.

Under the direction of the Environmental Program Manager I, the incumbent performs all duties related to the supervision of the Environmental Scientist staff including, but not limited to, the assignment of work and the evaluation of staff performing the assigned work. Furthermore, the incumbent will be required to provide direction and oversight to staff while conducting fertilizing materials review. The incumbent, as a scientific expert, performs a broad range of work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and State's natural resources management issues related to the use of fertilizing materials. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Plan, organize, and direct scientific and technical staff in the performance of their duties to ensure uniform training and compliance with Departmental policies and procedures.

• Review, assign, and prioritize tasks and delegate assignments to fertilizer registration staff based on classification and job duties.

• Recruit, hire, transfer, promote, and discipline staff.

• Establish measures to effectively monitor and measure performance of staff to ensure Program goals and objectives are being met.

• Provide direction and oversight to scientific and technical staff while conducting fertilizing materials review.

• Supervise the registration staff in applying scientific methods and principles in the research and evaluation of fertilizing material product label registration applications, including efficacy data and supporting documentation.

• Review environmental hazard assessment for hazardous contaminants in fertilizing materials, including the environmental fate of those materials relative to potential for contamination of air, soil, and water.

• Analyze and evaluate submitted research, statistical data, and studies for assessment of fertilizing materials efficacy, environment, impacts data regarding use and labeling claims.

• Evaluate independent review of scientific studies submitted to meet Department requirements for registration of fertilizing materials.

• Collaborate with University of California researchers and other scientists in specialized fields of plant physiology, agronomy, or other related sciences.

• Review efficacy data and provide written recommendations for novel fertilizing material ingredients and labeling claims.

Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

This position primarily teleworks the majority of the time . The incumbent is supplied with all of the necessary equipment and supplies to perform their duties, including, but not limited to, a mobile phone, a laptop computer with various software programs with various software programs, and a multifunction print/scan/copy machine. The designated headquarters location for this position is 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833. When in the office, the duties of this position are performed indoors in a cubicle environment. Each cubicle contains a chair, computer monitor, docking station, printer, a telephone, portable and stationary filing drawers, and cabinets.

Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent's ongoing regular schedule in accordance with CDFA's Telework Policy. This position is Northern California / Sacramento based; however the incumbent may reside anywhere in California. Duties will require travel to Sacramento as needed for in-person meetings and other locations throughout California and occasionally out-of-state using private vehicle, state vehicle, air, or other transportation system to attend meetings and training. Overnight stays or travel in severe weather may be occasionally required.

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

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-424249

Position #(s):
018-711-0764-001

Working Title:
Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor

Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY) $10,331.00 - $12,843.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Telework

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
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 Fertilizing Materials Inspection Program (FMIP), is responsible for regulating the manufacturing and distribution of fertilizing materials in California, registration of fertilizing materials labels, and supporting research to advance the agronomic use of fertilizing materials while protecting the environment through the Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP).

Application Instructions
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: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 Food & Agriculture
Attn: Human Resource Branch JC-424249
1220 N Street, Room 242

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Food & Agriculture
Human Resource Branch JC-424249
1220 N Street, Room 242

Sacramento , CA 95814
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-424249
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brittnie Williams
(916) 862-4014
Brittnie.Williams@cdfa.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 654-1005
Civil_Rights@cdfa.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.

Hard Copy Applications

If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 10/2023 version.

Additional Information

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.

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.

Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.

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.

This position may require a medical clearance.

Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.

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.