California , California
Posted: 05-Feb-26
Location: California , California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $7,820.00 - $10,732.00
Internal Number: JC-507074
The Food and Drug Branch’s (FDB) mission is to protect and improve the health of all California residents by assuring drugs, medical devices, and certain other consumer products are safe and are not adulterated, misbranded nor falsely advertised; and that drugs and medical devices are effective.
“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”
“CDPH is an E-Verify Employer”
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
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, Contra Costa, Fresno, Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Orange County *
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by promoting health and wellness and improving state health outcomes by advancing protective measures and reducing risk.
The Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) (SESS) is the Food Safety Education and Training Specialist in the Standardization and Continuous Improvement Unit. The incumbent plans, organizes, coordinates, develops, implements, and evaluates activities to ensure the successful statewide implementation and operation of the Food Safety Education & Training Program. Responsibilities include designing and delivering various education and training programs aimed at preventing microbial contamination and addressing other food safety topics, in collaboration with food industry representatives, state and local regulatory partners, and other stakeholders. The SESS also collects and analyzes data from regulatory program training, inspections, and enforcement actions to identify improvement opportunities and develop strategic plans. Additionally, the incumbent reviews state and federal legislation for potential impacts on food inspection programs, participates in statewide meetings with key stakeholders, and provides technical assistance to industry and regulatory agencies to enhance food safety practices and standards.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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.
- 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).
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.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=507074
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together 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 we do.