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Job Description and Duties The Division of Scientific Programs within the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) analyzes scientific and public health information to assess chemical hazards and risks, perform other scientific evaluations, and develop scientific tools and guidance for use by various regulatory programs under the California Environmental Protection Agency, and other state and local agencies. The Division provides these programs with the scientific tools and evaluations upon which to base risk management decisions. They include analyses to address risks to children and other sensitive and vulnerable subpopulations, and cover exposure to chemicals in air, water, food (particularly fish and shellfish) and consumer products as well as site-specific evaluations. The Division also evaluates pollution burdens and vulnerabilities in California communities, identifies the impacts of climate change in California, assesses the benefits and impacts of the state's climate-change programs on disadvantaged communities and is also leading the development of an extreme heat ranking system. Under general direction of the Chief Deputy Director, Executive Office, the Deputy Director directs the activities of the Division of Scientific Programs and its four branches: Air and Site Assessment and Climate Indicators; Community and Environmental Epidemiology Research; Pesticide and Environmental Toxicology; and Reproductive and Cancer Hazard Assessment. The Deputy Director also oversees the duties of the Assistant Deputy Director for Scientific Programs. The incumbent serves as a member of the Director's executive staff and as the primary advisor to the Director on scientific issues and policies utilized by OEHHA. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Varied work settings, including work in a high-rise building, telecommuting from an authorized alternative work location as needed, representing the program at public meetings and with outside organizations. Extensive computer use, which involves prolonged sitting, viewing of a monitor, and repetitive motion. Time-critical assignments. Travel to alternate OEHHA office location, and to other locations for meetings and events as necessary. Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below. Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code : JC-419273 Position (s): -001 Working Title: Deputy Director, Division of Scientific Programs Classification: C. E. A. $9,755.00 - $20,144.00 NOTE: $16,635 is the monthly salary of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time Department Information The OEHHA is the leading state department for the assessment of health risks posed by environmental contaminants. OEHHA's mission is 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. OEHHA implements the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, commonly known as Proposition 65, and compiles the state's list of substances that cause cancer or reproductive harm. The Office also develops health-protective exposure levels for contaminants in air, water, and soil as guidance for regulatory agencies and the public. These include public health goals for contaminants in drinking water and both cancer potency factors and non-cancer reference exposure levels for the Air Toxics Hot Spots Program. OEHHA values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission to protect and enhance public health and the environment. 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. This position may be located either at 1001 I Street, Sacramento, or at 1515 Clay Street, Oakland, California. Department Website: oehha.ca.gov Special Requirements It is recommended that you submit your completed Application Package (i.e., which consists of an Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), Resume, and a Statement of Qualifications) electronically through your CalCareer Account at . The application form must include dates and a full description of the duties performed for each position held. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit (e.g., Social Security number, birthdate, driver's license number, photograph, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age). Confidential information on your current Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) submitted electronically online, will be redacted. Note: Faxed or emailed application packages will not be accepted. 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 eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California. 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 . 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: Michelle Delisle P.O. Box I Street, 12th Floor Sacramento, CA Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Office Michelle Delisle P.O. Box I Street, 12th Floor Sacramento, CA You must deliver your application package to the front counter in the lobby between the hours of: 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 . 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 required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - See Statement of Qualifications Section Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement. Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications: Possession of a Doctoral degree in Toxicology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Environmental Sciences or closely-related field; or both an MD or DVM doctorate and a master's degree (e.g., masters of public health) or extended graduate level training in the disciplines mentioned above or closely-related field. Experience managing a scientific program at the level of a Senior Toxicologist, Research Scientist Supervisor I, Environmental Program Manager I, or higher, or the equivalent. (Experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, federal service or other government setting, or in a private organization.) Experience in assessing or managing programs that assess health risks, including risks to children and other sensitive subpopulations, from exposure to chemicals in air, water, soil, food, consumer products or other sources. Possession of significant scientific expertise in the environmental/public health fields. Ability to provide management guidance and leadership in planning and directing scientific projects and studies that are highly complex and broad in scope . click apply for full job details