ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (SUPERVISORY)

Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-516739

- Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory)

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I

(SUPERVISORY) $12,551.00 - $15,602.00 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:

5/29/2026

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 Environmental Program Manager II (EPM II), the Environmental Program Manager I (EPM I) has full program administration and supervision of the staff in the Southern District, which currently includes offices in Riverside, Anaheim, Spring Valley, San Marcos, and Cathedral City. In addition, the EPM I is responsible for overseeing statewide detection, eradication and/or environmental monitoring operations, and serves as the primary liaison with the general public, industry stakeholders and cooperating agencies. The incumbent also performs a range of duties involving statewide research, environmental analysis, outreach, logistics, budgets, and writing contracts, work plans, and reports for agricultural programs for PD/EP. As a leader in State government, the incumbent is responsible to develop and inspire their workforce and deliver great results for Californians and CDFA. The incumbent must set a clear vision to achieve productive results by developing plans to meet goals, leverage staff skills, and solve problems; build collaborative relationships and foster an inclusive environment for consensus-building and decision-making; coach, guide, train, instruct, and develop team members; empower staff through a sense of shared ownership and decision-making; create an open and transparent environment for the exchange of information; foster a team environment through the support and recognition of team members; promote customer service and accountability; motivate loyalty to the Department's/Branch's mission and commitment to drive continuous improvement for better results. The incumbent must inspire personal credibility through authenticity, confidence, consistency, courage, decisiveness, generosity, honesty, integrity, and judgment. 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!! You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This is not a telework eligible position. The work settings vary; however, 75 percent of the work will be performed in permanent buildings or trailers leased or owned by the state or cooperating agencies or other locations. The employee reports to the Riverside office and will perform 45% of their work there. Another 30% of the work will be divided between the other Southern District offices: Anaheim, Spring Valley, San Marcos, and Cathedral City. The employee may work in isolated locations and may work alone for extended periods. Offices for employees working indoors are equipped with standard office equipment including a desk, chair, phone, filing and storage cabinets, printer, copier and fax machines, and computer. Computer software used may include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Publisher. The remaining 25 percent of the workload requires traveling to remote and/or urban areas within the State for meetings or evaluating program progress in the field. When working in the field, the employee may encounter extremes in temperature and humidity, variable terrain (smooth to irregular and unstable), and aquatic or riparian situations. The employee may work with varied vehicles and equipment such as global positioning system units, spray equipment, trailers, pumps of various kinds, and ATVs. Activities may require the mixing, loading and application of pesticides, driving for several hours, lifting, bending, reaching and climbing, and moving equipment. Noise level for work is variable. Incumbent may work extended hours and days at any given time in the month including weekends and holidays. Incumbent may also be required to travel, by state vehicle or other public transportation systems, on short notice and on overnight stays as required for trips to various field locations and meetings. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I

(SUPERVISORY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-516739

Position #(s): 014-665-0756-001

Working Title:

Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory)

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I

(SUPERVISORY) $12,551.00 - $15,602.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Riverside County

Telework:

In Office

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. The primary responsibilities of the Pest Detection/Emergency Projects Branch (PD/EP) are the early detection and prompt eradication of exotic and invasive pests that threaten Californias agricultural and natural resources. These are accomplished through the operation of a statewide detection trapping program, special detection surveys, and pest eradication and suppression programs; maintenance of emergency projects response teams, and implementation of environmental monitoring practices. This is provided through various general fund, federal, and industry-funded programs. PD/EP consults with the Primary State Scientists, global subject matter experts (Technical Working Groups), and regulatory agencies [Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR), Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), and California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA)]. Functionally, PD/EP activities are divided into the following five components: Managerial, Pest Detection, Emergency Projects, Mediterranean Fruit Fly Preventative Release Program, and the Hawaii Fruit Fly Rearing Facility. The PD/EP branch operates out of field offices located within three geographical districts within California, plus an office in Hawaii. Each district works under the general direction of the Sacramento headquarters staff.

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//www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/pdep/ 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. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents may not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions are below: Restate Questions prior to response Include your name and job control number Must be no more than three (3) pages, and Arial size 11 or 12 font The SOQ must include a response to each numbered item below and should include specific examples. Responses on the SOQ should be numbered to correspond to the numbered item. 1) Please describe how your experience and education has prepared you for this specific EPM I position. 2) Please describe your experience and guiding principles on supervising scientific staff. 3) What strategies, tools, and techniques would you use to manage staff working at remote field offices? 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:

5/29/2026