Overview
Job Description and Duties
The Environmental Scientist (ES) is responsible for conducting technical inspections of food processing and distribution facilities to evaluate compliance with applicable food safety laws and regulations; documentation of violations; collection of evidence; review, evaluation, and monitoring of firm’s corrective actions; initiation of enforcement action, as assigned; completion of inspection reports and enforcement forms; and collection of samples. Deployment to inspection sites anywhere within California on short notice, overnight stays for extended periods, travel for extended lengths of time transporting or moving items (weighing up to 50 pounds) climbing stairs and ladders; working in extreme temperatures and moving on hazardous surfaces; transporting inspection and safety equipment, sample containers, and records.
The ES is an entry, intermediate working, and journey level of the series.
At Range A, the candidate, under close supervision, performs a variety of the less difficult and responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on detailed instructions and assistance from lead persons and supervisors in the application of proven techniques and methodologies to assigned work.
At Range B, the candidate, under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by a reliance on proven techniques and methodologies.
At Range C, the candidate, under direction, independently performs a variety of responsible professional scientific office and field work. Work at this level is characterized by independent development and use of techniques and methodologies. The incumbent may also be assigned lead responsibility for a specific project.
About The California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
