Department of Food & Agriculture

Job Description and Duties

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

The hiring unit has established the following internal cut-off dates for this Job Control:

December 21, 2023
January 4, 18 & 31, 2024
February 15 & 29, 2024
March 14 & 28, 2024

Applications will be reviewed after each date listed above, and selections can be made. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period.

Under the administrative direction of the Division Director, the incumbent is responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of the Business and Professions Code and the California Code of Regulations as they pertain to the Division of Measurement Standards’ programs assigned to the incumbent. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the work performed by investigative staff based in the Sacramento as well as the Fresno and Anaheim field offices.

Branch Activities/Personnel/ Planning:

Supervise, direct, and coordinate the performance of investigative staff and supervisors assigned within the Enforcement Branch.

Evaluate, review, and prioritize branch activities and performance measures to assure compatibility with Division goals and objectives.

Participate in the selection process of prospective employees that includes ensuring candidates meet Human Resources policies, preparing examination/interview questions, and conducting and participating in interviews of potential candidates.

Interaction with County Weights and Measures Officials:

Consult with and provide assistance to local weights and measures officials in the performance of Branch activities and in the resolution of problems.

Coordinate inter-county and state/county activities. Consult with and provide assistance to local weights and measures officials in the performance of program activities and in the resolution of problems; providing and assisting expertise in the interpretation and enforcement of laws and regulation for Weighmaster/Petroleum licensing and Motor Oil Assessment Fees.

Represent the Department and the Division at meetings of the California Agricultural Commissions and Sealers Association.

Analyze and prepare decisions on appeals to Hearing Officer decisions on county weights and measures administrative civil penalties.

Interaction with Industry and Government:

Consult with and provide assistance to representatives of industry, law enforcement agencies, other federal and state regulatory agencies and private individuals concerning weighmaster licenses and certificates, motor oil assessment fees, petroleum product advertising, labeling, minimum quality specifications, and other related issues.

Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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

Working Conditions

The duties of this job are performed indoors approximately 90% of the time. The employee’s workstation is located inside the main Division of Measurement Standards office building and is equipped with standard office equipment including a personal computer and printer. When working outdoors the employee may be exposed to extremes in weather conditions, fumes, odors, and high noise levels.

Job Code #:
JC-404196
Position #(s):
018-260-0011-003
Working Title:
Branch Chief
Classification:
BRANCH CHIEF, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
$8,155.00 – $10,183.00
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
Enforcement of California Weights and Measures laws and regulations is the responsibility of the Division of Measurement Standards. The Division is comprised of two branches: The Laboratories Branch and the Enforcement Branch. The Division, in coordination with county weights and measures programs, ensure the accuracy of commercial weighing and measuring devices; verify the quantity of both bulk and packaged commodities; and enforce quality, advertising and labeling standards for most fuels, lubricants, and automotive products. Ensuring fair competition for industry and accurate value comparison for consumers are primary functions of the state/county programs. The Division maintains offices in Sacramento, Anaheim, and Fresno.

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 currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Department of Food & Agriculture
Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-404196
1220 N Street, Room 242
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Food & Agriculture
Human Resources Branch JC-404196
1220 N Street, Room 242
Sacramento, CA 95814
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-404196
08:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.

Benefits
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.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Joelle Panugaling
(916) 206-2743
joelle.panugaling@cdfa.ca.gov

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(s) to the Department’s EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 654-1005
Civil_Rights@cdfa.ca.gov

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.

Hard Copy Applications:

If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 10/2023 version.

Additional Information:

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.

Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.

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.