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California Decoy Program
Decoy
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A Public Health Officer works to promote public health and disease prevention and provide information about public health issues. Works for a public health program and provide services, or coordinates and delivers public information about public health issues and crises such as outbreaks of disease.
$92,230 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview The California Department of Public Health funds the California Decoy Program to support youth ages 16-20 in conducting undercover tobacco compliance checks with Food and Drug Branch (FDB) Investigators. Decoys assist investigators in identifying illegal tobacco and vape sales to minors and help protect public health across California. Please don't apply if you are over the age of 20. Responsibilities Communicate promptly with investigators and recruiters Participate in scheduled undercover compliance checks Represent the program professionally during field operations Contribute to improving community health and safety Experience No prior experience needed All training is provided Ideal for youth interested in public health, law enforcement, community work, or gaining early and unique job experience