The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring for an Emergency Preparedness Specialist (Sr. Environmental Scientist, Specialist) within the Center for Environmental Health’s Environmental Management Branch.

About the Environmental Management Branch:

The Environmental Management Branch (EMB). EMB regulates the medical waste industry, pre-harvest commercial shellfish operations, and recreational health (public swimming pools, ocean beaches and organized camps); provides sanitary surveillance of state institutions; administers the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) program; oversees radiological cleanup at military base closure facilities, coordinates the State's Indoor Radon Program, the Medical Waste Management Program and the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH’s) Nuclear Emergency Response Program.

About the Role:

The Emergency Preparedness Specialist (Sr. Environmental Scientist, Specialist) serves as the coordinator and primary emergency preparedness planner for the development, implementation, and coordination of emergency operations associated with the Environmental Management Branch’s programs and general environmental health preparedness programs. Duties include coordinating directly with management and program staff; other management and program staff within the Division of Radiation Safety and Environmental Management (DRSEM); the Center for Environmental Health (CEH); and other Departmental programs to integrate emergency response plans and operations. The selected candidate will prepare and draft plans, provide response coordination, conduct outreach, develop and deliver training, coordinates and participates in exercises and attends meetings focused on emergency preparedness.

Responsibilities (please see Duty Statement within the job posting for full details):

· Coordinates the development and implementation of emergency response and recovery plans to address public health emergencies.

· Develops and delivers information through training, outreach, and exercises for volunteers, local public health departments, environmental health departments, state employees, and other emergency response personnel.

· Develops, revises, and updates plans and procedures; prepares correspondence, special reports, and other assignments as needed.

· Provides assistance to the Center for Preparedness and Responses and the CDPH Office of Public Affairs in developing messages, fact sheets, and guidance documents associated with emergencies that directly impact the Environmental Management Branch’s programs.

Desirable Qualifications:

· Ability to provide training, outreach, and exercises.

· Ability to write technical documents with clarity.

· Familiarity with and knowledge of local public health and environmental health agencies, programs, and mutual assistance.

· Ability to assist local agencies with field activities such as disaster response or cleanup oversight.

· Ability to represent CDPH and participate in conferences, workshops, and meetings.

· Flexibility and self-discipline to work independently or as a team member.

· Ability to understand and carry out written and oral directions.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and complete assignments within specific time frames.

· Ability to exercise good judgement and tact.

· Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

This position is located in Sacramento, CA and may be eligible for a hybrid-telework schedule with some in-office requirements.

The deadline to apply is: 08/07/2024

Link to Apply: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=442608

New to the State application process? To be considered for this role, you must follow the directions below. We do not accept applications from external platforms.

1. Create a CalCareer account by going to https://calcareers.ca.gov/.

2. Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.

3. After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take, and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the exam/assessment search tab.

4. Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.

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Please reach out to apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.

At CDPH equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $7,336.00 - $9,126.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person