Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
Are you passionate about safe produce in California? The California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) Produce Safety Program is hiring a Review Specialist to review inspection reports and advance present and future environmental issues relating to food safety. Are you skilled in training and communication? Knowledgeable on food safety issues? PSP is hiring those up to the challenge. Apply Today!
Please Note:
- A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
- Applicants residing in counties neighboring Sacramento County will be considered.
- Please review “special requirements” section below for detailed application and eligibility details before submitting your application.
Under general direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Supervisory), the Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Specialist) will serve as PSP review specialist to review inspection reports and findings, including environmental assessments to ensure adherence to FSMA requirements. The incumbent will perform work concerning present and future environmental issues relating to food safety; conduct field inspections; make presentations at meetings and workshops; meet with individuals from industry to ensure adherence to FSMA and CDFA laws and regulations in regard to environmental requirements and efficacy data; participate in field investigations as a subject expert; and consult with other state departments and programs on issues related to food safety assessments regarding agricultural production systems.
Please review the Duty Statement under Additional Documents for description of roles and responsibilities.
Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
This position requires the incumbent to work cooperatively with others; maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance; and exercise good judgment. The incumbent must have good written and oral communications skills. Incumbent must establish and maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; make appropriate decisions and well-thought-out recommendations; work well under pressure; and work independently to complete assigned work and meet required deadlines.
This position requires the incumbent to work from home and to travel by air, private or State vehicle, or other transportation modes to various locations throughout the state.
The duties of this position are performed in various environments, which consist of working outdoors approximately 50% of the time and indoors 50% of the time. The outdoor activities include visiting and traveling overnight to farms, processing plants, trainings, meetings or conferences. Outdoor work may also include walking on uneven ground; carrying and using sample equipment; and conducting visual environmental assessments, field inspections, and data recording. Incumbent may be required to travel and be in field locations during inclement or severe weather. The incumbent will be required to drive, have a valid driver license, and have a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Indoor work will be performed from a workstation equipped with standard office equipment. Indoor activities may include trainings, presentations, and computer and electronic communication. This position requires the ability to operate a computer terminal, calculator, photocopier, fax, and telephone; participate in, give presentations at, and interact with others at meetings; grasp papers, small objects, and manuals; and maneuver above shoulder level and below waist level to access upper and lower files and cabinets.
Due to the duties of this position, FDA Commission with Credential will be required as a condition of permanent state employment. Once hired, the application process for the FDA Commission with Credential will begin and can take approximately 3-4 months. Commission appointment requires the incumbent to be a citizen of the United States or United States National, and to undergo a detailed background check and live scan fingerprinting. For additional information regarding this process, please see the US Food and Drug Administration Regulatory Procedures Manual available at .
Bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, or a closely related scientific discipline.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ):
Applicants are required to submit a statement of qualifications answering the questions below, in addition to a standard State application (Examination/Employment Application STD 678). The SOQ is requested to elicit information regarding each applicants interest and experience in relation to this position. The completed SOQ should not be more than two (2) pages, using Arial, 12-point font size. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses. An SOQ that does NOT conform to the specifications or is incomplete will not be considered. Only those applicants who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered. Applications are encouraged to submit transcripts or degree if available.
1. Describe how your education and work experience demonstrate your ability to perform scientific and field-based functions in a scientific-oriented, multi-disciplinary program such as the Produce Safety Program.
2. Describe your experience in maintaining cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of organizations and stakeholders.
3. Describe what professionally sparks you – what makes you enjoy working in environmental science every day.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 06/2024 version.
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:
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.
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