SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Job Posting: Food and Safety Education Specialist

Department of Public Health

JC-528730 - Food and Safety Education Specialist

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,820.00 - $10,732.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/23/2026

THERE IS ONE VACANCY BEING ADVERTISED ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HEADQUARTERED IN THE COUNTY NEAREST THE RESIDENCE OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE. THE COUNTIES ARE: Sacramento, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, Fresno, Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Contra Costa and San Diego County

Working Conditions

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

At the California Department ofPublic Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of ourmission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people andcommunities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating andpreserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learntogether with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members,we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work wedo.

The Food and Drug Branch’s (FDB) mission is to protect and enhance the public health and well-being for all through sound science and enforcement of laws and regulations pertaining to food, cosmetics, drugs, medical devices, and industrial hemp products.

“The salary information listed onthis advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salaryadjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”

“ TheCDPH is currently an E-Verify employer. ”

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 of food safety laws and regulations.
• Maintain a current California Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) certificate.
• Experience analyzing legislative proposals and regulations.
• Experience evaluating the needs and effectiveness of programs through administrative and program reviews.
• Experience providing technical consultation and training to stakeholders.
• Knowledge of seafood industry Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point plans and procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a commission from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.?
• Critical thinking, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and writing skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software and inspection-related equipment (camera, thermometer, pH meter, etc.).
• Knowledge of food safety principles and general scientific principles (microbiology and chemistry).

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

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A notation or reference to other materials will not be considered. On no more than two (2) pages, single-spaced, 12-point Arial font, please provide a response to following:

• Describe your education, training, skills, and experience that qualify you as the most suitable candidate for the position.

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.

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.

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Human Resources Contact:
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