ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER II

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 163,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) seeks an Environmental Program Manager II to serve as Statewide Coordinator and Branch Chief. The role oversees enforcement of environmental pest laws, develops policies, and advises senior leadership on environmental health and sustainability of California agriculture.

The position requires a Statement of Qualifications and may include telework options.

Qualifications

• SOQ describing supervisory/management experience.
• Describe communication components for a productive environment.
• Describe experience fostering collaboration across local, state, and federal governments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide enforcement of environmental pest laws and regulations.
• Advise senior leadership on environmental health and sustainability of California agriculture.
• Develop and administer policies for PD and its vectors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Intergovernmental collaboration

Job description

$14,565.00 - $16,547.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/2/2026

Under the administrative direction of the Undersecretary, the incumbent will serve as PDCP’s Statewide Coordinator and Branch Chief. The Environmental Program Manager II (EPM II) performs a wide range of administrative, managerial, and consultative work concerning the statewide enforcement of sensitive and complex environmental pest laws, permits and regulations and is responsible for formulating and administering policies pertaining to PD and its vectors. The EPM II advises the Deputy Secretary, Undersecretary, and Secretary of Agriculture on issues related to improving the environmental health and sustainability of California agriculture.

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!

This CDFA work location is near restaurants, coffee shops, and a farmer’s market. We are within walking distance to light rail/public transportation, across the street from beautiful Capitol Park, and two miles from Downtown Commons (DOCO).

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are performed indoors approximately 90% of the time. The incumbent works in an office equipped with standard office equipment. This position may include overnight stays and day trips.

Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent’s ongoing regular schedule in accordance with CDFA’s Telework Policy.

This position may/may not be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the CDFA and based on the current telework policy. While the CDFA supports telework where possible, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

Minimum Requirements

• ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER II

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER II $14,565.00 - $16,547.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Mission of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is to safeguard a resilient food system and promote an equitable marketplace, cultivating a California grown food supply that is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability.

The Pierce’s Disease Control Program (PDCP) was established to limit the spread and severity of bacterial plant diseases caused by Xylella fastidiosa (Xf) and its vector the Glassy-winged Sharpshooter (GWSS), Homalodisca vitripennis. Additionally, PDCP helps direct grower assessed funds to scientists to conduct research on long-term solutions to Pierce’s Disease (PD). GWSS invaded California over 20 years ago from its native range in the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. Xf has the potential to spread other diseases to almonds, citrus, nectarines, and peaches.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions/prompts are below.

• Describe your supervisory and/or management experience, including aligning and motivating staff in carrying out mission critical objectives.
• Describe the components of communication that you believe create a productive environment.
• Please describe your experience with fostering collaboration across local, state, and federal governments to successfully achieve outcomes.
• Describe your ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals, stakeholder organizations, state agencies, and other government and/or academic entities.

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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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 to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

Additional Information

Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute for a completed state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 may be disqualified.

Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.

Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.

Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University.

This position may require a medical clearance.

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.