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Form of workThe Fish, Ecotoxicology, and Water Section (FEWS) of the Pesticide Environmental Toxicology Branch evaluates the potential health risks from chemical contamination in sport fish and issues health advisories and consumption guidelines. Additionally, FEWS evaluates the potential public health risk associated with consuming seafood following oil spills or when fish and shellfish contain high levels of other toxic substances, such as domoic acid, and makes recommendations to the Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding the closing and re-opening of affected fisheries. The Section also provides guidance and support to other boards and departments of CalEPA and state government, local health authorities, and the public on matters related to the health effects of contaminants found in fish and shellfish. The Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) acts as a statewide subject matter expert on the toxicological properties of petroleum-related chemicals that bioaccumulate in fish and shellfish and performs Seafood Safety risk assessments following oil spills.
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LIST ELIGIBILITY - EXAMINATION PROCESS
List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Staff Toxicologist (Specialist), please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information: Exam Code 1280 .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
OEHHA has a hybrid work environment that includes work in an office setting in a downtown high-rise building and telework at home. The air-conditioned accommodations consist mainly of open areas furnished with cubicles. Not all areas have direct natural illumination. Time-critical assignments are part of the workload. This position requires extended periods of reading and writing, frequently using computer workstations, statistical and analytical computer packages, communication resources, and word processing software. This position also requires the incumbent to work on occasional weekends and holidays and travel statewide and occasionally out of state.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF TOXICOLOGIST (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-412926
Position #(s):
811-160-7978-002
Working Title:
Seafood Safety Toxicologist
Classification:
STAFF TOXICOLOGIST (SPECIALIST) $8,630.00 - $10,751.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect and enhance the health of Californians and our state's environment through scientific evaluations that inform, support and guide regulatory and other actions.
Join OEHHA to improve the lives of all Californians. OEHHA is a small agency that will provide lots of varied experience. OEHHA is responsible for developing and providing risk managers in state and local government agencies with toxicological and medical information relevant to decisions involving public health.
Department Website: http://www.oehha.ca.gov .
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.
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.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office
Attn: Julia Rollison - JC-412926
P.O. Box 67
1001 I Street, 12th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95812-0067
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office
Julia Rollison - JC-412926
P.O. Box 67
1001 I Street, 12th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95812-0067
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other - Curriculum Vitae
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience evaluating the risk of chemical contaminants in fish
• Experience in exposure modeling of environmental contaminants
• Knowledge of risk/benefit analysis in exposure assessment
• Ability to exercise good judgment when interacting with the public and professional staff
• Ability to use modeling (e.g., Benchmark Dose, PBPK) and other quantitative or dosimetry methods or statistical methods for data analyses and high-to-low dose extrapolation
• Ability to develop and manage contracts
• Contribute to the continuing effectiveness and improvement of the Environmental Management System
• Ability and willingness to handle complex technical issues, multiple activities/projects, and urgent deadlines
• Ability to use word and data processing computer programs to support and accomplish technical work
• Ability to work within the limits of the program's/office's/state's policies/procedures/resources to implement toxicological and environmental health practices and procedures
• Ability to maintain professional performance by adhering to timely completion and quality of deliverables, maintaining communication with team members, and providing progress reports to the Section Chief
• Ability to work independently and know when an issue needs to be raised to a higher level
Benefits
In addition to a compelling vision for California, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at http://calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx .
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Julia Rollison
(916) 445-9376
HR.Mail@oehha.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brian Brown
(510) 622-3193
Brian.Brown@oehha.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Cassaundra Willis
(916) 324-2234
Cassaundra.Willis@oehha.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
All applicable fields on the State Application Form (STD. 678) must be filled out completely. Clearly indicate on the Form STD. 678 in the field titled "Examination(s) or Job Titles for Which You Are Applying" the position as Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) - Job Code (JC) 412926 as indicated on this job announcement and your basis of eligibility (*list eligibility, lateral transfer, reinstatement, etc.). Employment history on your application must be complete with dates, description of duties and responsibilities for each position held, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applicants who do not submit all of the required documentation (incomplete application package) may be eliminated from the selection process.
NOTE: For security purposes, your full social security number is not required on the application.
POSITION LOCATION
This position may be located either at 1515 Clay Street, 16th Floor, Oakland, or at 1001 I Street, 12th Floor, Sacramento, California.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
