Looking for exciting, dynamic, and impactful work in a growing industry?
The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department’s mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.
Under the close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (SES) (Supervisory) of the No. Cal Unit (Unit) in the Manufacturing Safety Office (Office), part of the Environmental Compliance and Manufacturing Safety Branch (Branch), within the Compliance Division (Division) of the Department of Cannabis Control (Department), the Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform field work and verify licensed cannabis manufacturers are operating in compliance with commercial cannabis manufacturing statutes and regulations, including good manufacturing practices, by conducting on-site inspections in the Northern California Region; however, may be required to conduct business throughout the State of California (State).
Are you ready for a career where you can apply your scientific expertise in a dynamic regulatory environment? Join the California Department of Cannabis Control (Department) as an Environmental Scientist (ES) in the Environmental Compliance and Manufacturing Safety Branch. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and integrity of commercial cannabis products by verifying licensed manufacturers comply with all state statutes and regulations, including good manufacturing practices.
What you'll do:
• Conduct inspections: Perform on site inspections of cannabis manufacturing facilities to ensure regulatory and good manufacturing practices compliance.
• Investigate and analyze: Review procedures, analyze processes for contamination, and ensure proper inventory and waste disposal.
• Collect and document samples: Collect environmental and cannabis product samples for analysis, prepare lab requests, and maintain chain of custody.
• Manage compliance: Prepare inspection reports, issue notices to comply, and recommend corrective action plans.
• Coordinate and record: Collaborate with local jurisdictions and manage inspection records and communications in Department systems.
• Provide technical assistance: Offer guidance to licensees and agencies; assist with training materials and policy recommendations.
Additional information about the job can be found in the official Duty Statement.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.
Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) - Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to CORI. Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to CORI procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.
Conflict of Interest (COI) - This position is subject to COI Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program: The incumbent shall participate in DMV’s EPN, which is a process for providing the Department with a report showing the driver’s current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver’s license suspensions, driver’s license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver’s DMV record.
Medical Surveillance and Respiratory Protection Program – Pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 8, section 5144 and the Department’s Injury and Illness Prevention Plan, the incumbent shall participate in the Department’s Medical Surveillance and Respiratory Protection Program due to the potential exposure to dangerous pesticides, molds, and other hazardous substances.
Medical Clearance – In accordance with the provisions of Government Code 18931, a medical clearance is required from the California Department of Human Resources’ (Cal HR) Medical Officer. The medical clearance must be completed, submitted, reviewed, and approved prior to extending an offer of employment.
Travel - The incumbent is required to travel throughout an assigned geographical area by various methods of transportation.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Applicants who submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application ( STD. 678). Applicants who fail to submit the most current version may be disqualified. Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties, responsibilities, and contact information for supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in being screened out.
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Electronic application packages must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. Mail application packages must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Hand delivered application packages must be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted.
If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, contact HR@cannabis.ca.gov . For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, contact (866) 844-8671. For LEAP information, visit and . For Veterans’ preference information, visit .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:
Candidates are required to complete a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) in addition to completing a standard State application (STD 678). Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered.
Response must be typed in Arial 12 point font, double-spaced and limited to one (1) page. Resumes, letters, or responses not in relation to the questions provided will not be considered a sufficient SOQ.
1.) Describe how your background and skills make you a strong candidate in the regulatory/manufacturing environment.
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