Senior Emergency Services Coordinator Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-531016

- Senior Emergency Services Coordinator

SENIOR EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

$7,026.00 - $8,954.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/28/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Under the general direction of the CARES Program Manager II, the Senior Emergency Services Coordinator (SESC) will perform complex and sensitive emergency evaluation, consultation, coordination, development, and preparedness for emergency responses and work effectively and quickly in responding to natural or man-made emergencies affecting animals or food products of animal origin and in support of any AHFSS branch when activated for emergency response. The incumbent is part of a collaborative team taking the lead in the CARES statewide training and exercise program in coordination and collaboration with the other training programs, providing guidance for emergency management training, evaluation of training needs, curriculum development, developing a training plan, and course delivery as well as developing, executing, and evaluating exercises based on the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) guiding principles. Properly coordinated, managed, and conducted training and exercises are required to protect lives, environment, and property during all hazard disasters throughout the state. Although this is primarily a CARES training and exercise position, the incumbent will also support the CARES Animal Specialist with planning, as needed. As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the "essential functions" of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!! The office is conveniently located within a few miles of major shopping centers and offers free parking. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The duties of this position are mostly conducted indoors. However, incumbent may occasionally be required to work outside, under difficult conditions, and in non-standard office environments. The work site contains modular furniture, counters, chair, and file space. It also includes a computer with various software programs, including email, a printer, and a telephone with voicemail. Travel (including nights, weekends, and holidays) for extended periods may be required for meetings and events as well as during an emergency response. Travel on short notice may be required upon activation for emergency response. During emergency response periods, duties may require working long shifts at hours other than the normal work hours. The incumbent must follow CDFA, Division, and Branch employee health and safety policies in compliance with the Department Illness and Injury Prevention Program (IIPP).

Outdoor activities may include:

Inspecting livestock at farms, ranches, and saleyards or other livestock facilities

Occasional travel by State vehicle or other modes of transportation to various locations in the district for assignments, emergency planning exercises, or meetings

The incumbent may encounter:

Confrontational, unfriendly or irate individuals

Quickly moving heavy gates

Stampeding livestock

Crowded milking parlors

Heavy machinery

Extremes in temperature

High levels of noise

Various unpleasant odors

Depending on the task, the incumbent must be able to spend significant amounts of time:

Moving, sitting, or bending

Typing or working on a computer

Reaching above, at, or below shoulder height

Twisting at the waist

Move neck freely in all directions.

The incumbent must be able to:

Move or transport up to 25 pounds

Drive long distances (up to 8 hours) to reach destinations

This position may/may not be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the CDFA and based on the current telework policy. While the CDFA supports telework where possible, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

EMERGENCY

SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

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Job Application Package Checklist Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-531016

Position #(s): 014-110-8085-004

Working Title:

Senior Emergency Services Coordinator

Classification:

SENIOR EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

$7,026.00 - $8,954.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

$5,308.00 - $8,157.00

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Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Bernardino County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information The Mission of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is to safeguard a resilient food system and promote an equitable marketplace, cultivating a California grown food supply that is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability. As part of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Animal Health and Food Safety Services (AHFSS) Division, the California Animal Response Emergency Support (CARES) Unit primarily assists and supports the California Emergency Support Function 11 (CA-ESF 11) Food and Agriculture Coordinator in carrying out the duties of the position to meet disaster-related responsibilities in disasters. CARES Unit also functions as California's emergency management unit in all phases of emergency management, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery actions before, during and after an incident required by the CDFA for natural and human-caused disasters involving animals that fall under the authority of CDFA, and in accordance with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) 2024 California State Emergency Plan (SEP) and California Emergency Services Act. CDFA has a responsibility under its authority to ensure the welfare of animals in disasters by supporting State and local government statewide. CARES fills critical positions across Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) organizational levels: local government animal department operations center (ADOC) or as an Agency Representative in an operations center at the operational area (OA) or state level as well mission coordinate requests for resources. During non-emergencies, CARES focuses on planning, prevention, training, responder exercises, and collaborates with state agencies in planning and coordination in anticipation of an emergency response to a disaster.

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//www.cdfa.ca.gov/AHFSS/Animal_Health/eprs/cares/ Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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:

9/28/2026