STAFF TOXICOLOGIST (SPECIALIST)

Job Description and Duties

OEHHA’s Reproductive Toxicology and Epidemiology Section (RTES) is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Reproductive and Developmental Scientist to join our multidisciplinary team as an Associate or Staff Toxicologist (depending on qualifications). RTES provides technical support for listing chemicals as causing reproductive toxicity under Proposition 65, analyzes dose-response data, and develops guidance for assessing risks of exposure to chemicals that cause reproductive toxicity. Primary responsibilities will include reproductive toxicity hazard identification, dose-response analysis, and exposure assessment activities.

This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 15th and 30th of each month, and selections can be made. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled or until the exam list is abolished/expires.

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LIST ELIGIBILITY – EXAMINATION PROCESS

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) , please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information - 
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for AssociateToxicologist 

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Electronic applications through your Cal Career Account are highly recommended. 

We highly recommend electronic submission of applications. Applications Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filling date. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received faster that other methods of applying.

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 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 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:

Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office

N/A

Attn: JC-530268 Julia Rollison

P.O. Box 67

1001 I Street, 12th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95812-0067

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office

N/A

JC-530268 Julia Rollison

P.O. Box 67

1001 I Street, 12th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95812-0067

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 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.
• Other - Curriculum Vitae

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

In addition to a compelling vision for California, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR’s website at  .

For benefits:  State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website

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.

Human Resources Contact:
Julia Rollison
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Hiring Unit Contact:
Emily Valerio
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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:
Cassaundra Willis
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California Relay Service: View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov (TTY), View phone number on calcareers.ca.gov (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Application Information

All applicable fields on the State Application Form (STD. 678) must be filled out completely.  Clearly indicate on the Form STD. 678 in the field titled “Examination(s) or Job Titles for Which You Are Applying” the position as Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) or Associate Toxicologist -  Job Code (JC) 530268 as indicated on this job announcement and your basis of eligibility (*list eligibility, lateral transfer, reinstatement, etc.).  Employment history on your application must be complete with dates, description of duties and responsibilities for each position held, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors.  Applicants who do not submit all of the required documentation (incomplete application package) may be eliminated from the selection process. 

NOTE: For security purposes, your full social security number is not required on the application.