PESTICIDE REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST Salary: $3, $5, Posted: 01/09/2015

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1 PESTICIDE REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST Salary: $3, $5, Posted: 01/09/2015 Job Description: Appointment to this position will be subject to administrative approval. Job Reference Number: 14-PML-07 Career opportunity protecting human health and the environment An Environmental Scientist position is available in the Pest Management and Licensing Branch at the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). Duties include support of various statewide projects and programs that reduce risks from pesticides through research, development, and adoption of integrated pest management (IPM) practices and systems. These programs include: Alliance (cooperative outreach) and Pest Management Research grants programs, IPM Innovator Awards program, Pesticide Use Reporting program, Endangered Species program, policy and legislation analysis, and various public outreach efforts. The incumbent will be involved in solicitation, review, and selection of research and outreach grant proposals, project management, contract negotiations, review of scientific literature, preparation and writing of technical reports and memos, experimental design and data analysis, providing pest management expertise, presenting at scientific and outreach seminars, and collaborating with university scientists, advisory committees, industry professionals and other DPR scientists on research and implementation projects. The incumbent may also be involved with bill analyses, developing fact sheets and outreach materials, and publishing papers on pest management and/or DPR programs. Desired Qualifications Experience in entomology and/or pest management. Knowledge and experience in experimental design. Proficient writing and oral communication skills, analytical skills and expertise to convert complex data and information to trend reports, public outreach speaking skills, ability to work independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, knowledge of entomology, agronomy, environmental science, and computer software (statistical, word processing, spreadsheets, and database). Critical Job Competencies Communication (oral, written, organizational, non-verbal), self-motivation, conflict resolution, ethics/integrity, technical credibility, problem solving, flexibility/adaptability, project management, experimental design and teamwork. Additional Information This position is designated Conflict of Interest and requires disclosure of economic interests. This position requires medical clearance prior to appointment. This is a deep class position with increasing responsibilities, candidate s experience/education will determine which range they will be placed in. Willingness to travel throughout the State is required. Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds and ability to walk on rough and uneven ground are required. For a copy of the duty statement or for questions about the position, please contact, Mark Robertson at

2 How to Apply All interested applicants must submit a Standard State Application Form 678, with original signature, and clearly indicate the job reference number 14-PML-07 and position number you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying box. If you do not include the job reference number 14-PML-07, your application may not be considered. Also indicate your eligibility for the position (i.e., list eligibility, transfer, SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, or CalWorks). If this position requires a certificate, degree, or license, please attach a copy. Applications will not be accepted via fax or . Appointment is subject to the provisions of the SROA process, surplus employees need to attach a copy of their surplus status letter. All methods of appointment will be considered. Additional Information: Working Title Position Number None Specified Location Sacramento Timebase Full Time Final Filing Date: County SACRAMENTO Tenure Permanent month(s) Department Link: 01/29/2015 None Specified Contact Unit/Address Personnel Services Branch 1001 I Street, MS 4B Sacramento, Contact Name/Phone Emily Anderson

3 Department of Pesticide Regulation POSITION DUTY STATEMENT Page 1 of 4 Classification Position Number Location Environmental Scientist Division/ Branch PPD/Pesticide Management & Licensing Conflict of Interest Disclosure Category Check One: NA Supervisor s Classification Sr. Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) Modified Class Review (MCR) Check One: I II No MCR Sacramento Collective Bargaining Identification Designation (CBID) R-10 Incumbent (If filled) JUSTIFICATION FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW POSITION, RECLASSIFICATION AND/OR TRANSFER (Provide details on reorganization, changes in duties and responsibilities, workload and/or program changes, and funding considerations. Attach additional sheets, if necessary) No change in duties. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (Check One) Managerial Supervisory Lead Person None SUPERVISION RECEIVED: A. Direct Supervision Exercised: B. Indirect Supervision Exercised No. of Employees Classification Title No. of Employees Classification Title I have read and discussed these duties with my supervisor. Employee Signature I certify that the DPR-217 accurately represents the duties and responsibilities of the position. Supervisor Signature Date Date PERSONNEL USE ONLY Effective Date DPR-012 No. 607 No. 625 No. Please Complete Reverse Side

4 Position Duty Statement Page 2 of 4 Classification: Environmental Scientist Position Number: Description of Duties (Attach additional sheets, if necessary, and identify position information) Summarize the regularly assigned duties of the position by percentage in descending order. Do not combine distinct activities into a single percentage. Descriptive information should reflect variety and complexity of duties through: Supervision exercised and/or received; responsibility for decision making and consequence of error; analytical requirements; special knowledge; skills or abilities required; level, type and frequency of public contact; and unusual working conditions (i.e., field work, bilingual services, etc.); and physical requirements (physical demands, environmental demands). Percent of Time Activity The Environmental Scientist is the entry level classification of the series. Working under direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist, Supervisory, (Sr. ES, Sup) and in a team environment, the incumbent will participate in scientific programs to protect public health and the environment. The focus is on varied and routine aspects of pest management systems in agricultural and urban environments, associated environmental or human health problems due to unintended effects of pesticides, and alternative pest management systems to prevent or mitigate these problems. At the Range C level, the incumbent may serve as lead for specific projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 35% 20% 20% 10% 10% Within a team, incumbent shall develop, negotiate and co-manage pest management grants, contracts and other projects to ensure timely completion: Ensure research, demonstration, education, and implementation agreements and contracts conform with DPR s priorities and policy requirements; process and evaluate applications and grant agreements, contracts, and reports; and effectively communicate with the Pest Management Analysis Team and stakeholders, including growers, pest control advisors, urban pest management professionals, pesticide applicators, commodity representatives, contractors, State advisory committees, Federal and State agency representatives, university and government researchers, and professional associations. Serve as a co-evaluator of proposals for funding and awards: Evaluate research grant proposals for importance of project goals, testable hypotheses, and experimental designs that will lead to statistically significant research results; education and outreach grant proposals that lead to adoption of reduced risk practices; and IPM Innovator Award nominations for efficacy and originality of pest management practices. Scientifically analyze and evaluate varied and routine environmental issues: Pest management systems and pesticide use benefits and risks in agricultural and urban environments; public perceptions of pest management strategies and pesticide uses; voluntary and regulatory solutions to pesticide exposures, using techniques and methods developed independently. The incumbent may independently and co-design experiments; gather data; conduct research, surveys, and/or environmental analyses. Write drafts for final reports, environmental assessments and documents, hazard mitigation assessments, technical and scientific publications, science-based outreach materials, and routine correspondence related to evaluation of alternatives to the use of high risk pesticides in urban and agricultural environments. Conduct literature and data searches in libraries, computer databases, and Department confidential data files. Represent the Department on topics related to pesticide use problems and solutions: participate in and preside over meetings, workshops, field days and conferences. Consult with and make presentations to stakeholders including staff of government agencies, pesticide registrants, pest management practitioners, university researchers, and members of the public; participate in and provide training on topics including pest management, pesticide use, and Departmental policies and regulations; and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

5 Position Duty Statement Page 3 of 4 Percent of Time MARGINAL FUNCTIONS Activity Classification: Environmental Scientist Position Number: % In addition, possess the willingness and ability to get along with others; maintain professional relationships with customers and co-workers; accept direction from supervisor/lead person; abide by work rules; accept constructive criticism; and work effectively within a team environment PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES Works effectively with a multi-disciplinary team as well as independently. Accepts constructive criticism and direction from supervisors. Maintains professional relationships with customers and co-workers. CRITICAL JOB COMPETENCIES Communication: Make clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; inform, persuade, build consensus; know the audience; facilitate open exchange of ideas/opinions; select and use appropriate communication approach; actively listen; effectively use ; avoid mixed messages the body language says one thing, the words another; and apply business-writing principles to all written communications. Self-Motivation, Optimism, Sustained Commitment, Perseverance, Patience: Demonstrate a bias toward optimism and maintain sense of humor; retain stamina and bounce back from setbacks; view mistakes as opportunities for growth/positive learning experiences; and empower yourself first and then your staff. Conflict Resolution: Recognize dissatisfaction among direct reports and deal with conflict in a timely manner; turn conflict into opportunity for success; and apply alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to specific situations. Ethics/Integrity: Create culture of trusting relationships; demonstrate trust and principled leadership; promote organizational vision and values through ethical leadership principles; tell it straight open and honest even about the bad news; admit mistakes not an admission of weakness but as having integrity and being trustworthy; and provide examples of the vision and values of the organization through own authenticity. Technical Credibility: Understand and appropriately apply procedures, requirements, policies, and regulations related to specialized expertise; integrate technology into the work to improve program effectiveness; possess up-to-date knowledge in the profession and industry and access other expert resources when appropriate; and translate concepts and ideas into strategies and action steps. Problem Solving: Persevere in the face of obstacles such as diminishing financial resources; know there is more than one way to get to the destination; anticipate problems and encourage a culture of proactive problem solving; and ensure comprehensive evaluation of the costs and benefits of all options in determining the preferred solution. Flexibility/Adaptability: Readily integrate changes midstream into work processes and outputs; demonstrate openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology; and shift gears comfortably.

6 Position Duty Statement Page 4 of 4 Percent of Time Activity Classification: Environmental Scientist Position Number: Project Management: Garner support for projects; develop work plan with tasks, timeframes, milestones, resources, and dependencies; use resources efficiently and manage effectively within budget limits; anticipate potential problems and institute controls and contingency plans to address them; and monitor project progress. Teamwork: Facilitate and maintain cooperative working relationships; work toward accomplishment of group goals; value and encourage the input and expertise of others; and foster commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust. Job requires driving automobile (Employee must complete DPR-034, Request for Driver Record Information