Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
We are advertising this position as Until Filled. We will review applications after the 30th of each month with the first cutoff on 11/30/2026.
Under direction of the Plant Quarantine Supervisor II (Station Manager), the Plant Quarantine Supervisor I (PQS I) serves as Shift Lead and is responsible for overseeing Plant Quarantine Inspectors (PQI), Agricultural Technicians, and Agricultural Aides on rotating shifts, maintaining operational consistency. The PQS I performs regulatory inspections on vehicles and commodities to prevent the introduction of unwanted pests into California and oversees contracted employees and non-State workers in the facility.
As a leader in State government, the incumbent is responsible for developing and inspiring their workforce and delivering great results for Californians and CDFA. The incumbent must set a clear vision to achieve productive results by developing plans to meet goals, leverage staff skills, and solve problems; build collaborative relationships and foster an inclusive environment for consensus-building and decision-making; coach, guide, train, instruct, and develop team members; empower staff through a sense of shared ownership and decision-making; create an open and transparent environment for the exchange of information; foster a team environment through the support and recognition of team members; promote customer service and accountability; motivate loyalty to the Department’s mission and commitment to drive continuous improvement for better results. The incumbent must inspire personal credibility through authenticity, confidence, consistency, courage, decisiveness, generosity, honesty, integrity, and judgment.
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 Located in Nevada County, the Truckee Border Protection Station is surrounded by beautiful mountain views and scenery with access to free parking. Truckee is in close proximity to shopping, restaurants and grocery stores and is accessible to communities of North Lake Tahoe and Reno. There is also a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing, golfing, biking, and skiing along with popular events in the Reno/Tahoe area (Hot August Nights, Brews and Blues Festival, and Burning Man).
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.
Employees in this classification are routinely assigned to work weekends and holidays, and rotating work shifts including day, evening, and night. This job is performed outdoors in the private vehicle and truck inspection areas approximately 60% of the time. The remaining time is spent in an office environment. When working outdoors, the employee may be exposed to high-low temperature changes, variable climatic conditions such as rain, snow, wind, fumes, and odors. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The wearing of a uniform and use of safety equipment is required. Incumbent must maintain a professional demeanor to provide the public with a positive impression of the Department and solicit cooperative assistance by being well groomed and using proper body language.
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.
