ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-531492

• ENVIRONMENTAL

SCIENTIST

ENVIRONMENTAL

SCIENTIST

$4,418.00

• $9,321.

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:

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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 supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Environmental Scientist will conduct environmental health inspections on dairy farms and at milk processing and PRMP plants, gather scientific data, research and investigate food safety hazards, collect samples for regulatory surveillance, test pasteurization equipment for proper operation and food safety controls, and provide analytical expertise and reports on specific food safety parameters on dairy farms, milk processing plants, bulk milk haulers and other dairy food and PRMP facilities, including those associated with possible illegal sales of substandard dairy products to California consumers. 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!! 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 job are performed outdoors approximately 75% of the time. The incumbent reports to the Ontario Office only to pick up supplies, attend meetings and turn in required documents. Most of the workday will be spent traveling in a state vehicle to various locations throughout the region. When working outdoors the incumbent may be exposed to extremes in temperature, fumes and gases. The noise level in equipment rooms may be high. The incumbent must follow CDFA, Division, and Branch employee health and safety policies, including but not limited to the Respiratory Protection Program. 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

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Job Code #:

JC-531492

Position #(s): 014-165-0762-010

Working Title:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00

• $6,035.00 A
  $5,370.00
• $7,350.00 B
  $6,796.00
• $9,321.

00 C

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:

San Bernardino 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 Milk and Dairy Food Safety Branch (MDFS) is responsible for ensuring that milk, dairy products, and products resembling milk products (PRMPs) are safe, unadulterated, and properly labeled to safeguard public health. The Branch inspects dairy farms, bulk milk tanker trucks, and milk processing plants; issues permits and licenses to dairy farms and processing facilities; collects samples for regulatory testing to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards; reviews product labels for conformance with regulations to avoid misleading information for consumers; completes in-depth reviews and food safety assessments of complex equipment or novel processing methods, and evaluates and licenses technical food safety competencies of dairy industry workers. The Branch also responds to food safety incidents, and initiates product impounds and recalls as warranted. Branch personnel provide training and supervision for county Approved Milk Inspection Services and conduct ratings and inspections of farms, processors, and manufacturers of single-service dairy containers for compliance with requirements of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure approval of California dairy products in interstate commerce. In addition, the Branch ensures that commercial laboratory testing used to determine the basis of payment for milk or for screening of milk for drug residues prior to processing is conducted according to required methods to protect consumers and the marketplace.

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//www.cdfa.ca.gov/AHFSS/Milk_and_Dairy_Food_Safety/ 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.

The Registered Dairy Inspector Certificate is required by State law for people conducting regulatory inspections of dairy farms and milk processing plants and must be obtained prior to placement.

Application Instructions 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.

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