Job Description and Duties Under direction of the Program Manager III, the Pharmacist I will work with Disaster Medical Services programs and various Federal, State, and local agencies involved in terrorism and emergency response preparedness planning to ensure a coordinated, multidisciplinary Statewide effort to ensure adequate emergency pharmaceutical response. Responsible for maintaining pharmaceutical caches for deployment with EMSA's California Medical Assistant Teams (CAL-MAT). This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with EMSA's Telework Policy. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Classification Name Exam Link: CalCareers In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- PHARMACIST I (MAND) Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information The Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) is responsible for the equitable coordination, administration, and integration of the statewide emergency medical services system to reduce suffering and save lives throughout California. The EMSA embraces the delivery of equitable services to diverse communities, cultivating a culture of innovation and resiliency, and the development of a diverse, competent, and compassionate emergency medical service personnel and the EMSA workforce.
- Located in Rancho Cordova, EMSA's headquarters offer free parking and proximity to stores, restaurants, and Highway 50
- Workdays are Monday thru Friday, (excluding holidays,) with base schedule of 8 to 5, with some flex opportunities
- Hybrid remote/office schedules may be available after initial training and performance assessment
- Phenomenal Medical, Dental and Vision, as well as retirement benefits. Read more about salary and benefits at: CalHR Salary and Benefits During emergency operations, you may be required to work in EMSA’s Departmental Operations Center, other governmental Emergency Operations Centers or in EMSA’s field Mission Support Team to provide assistance in emergency response and recovery activities. Staff is required to complete emergency management and Incident Command System (ICS) training based on their respective roles in a response and participates in periodic departmental and statewide readiness drills and exercises. Under these emergency operations, staff need to work effectively and cooperatively under stressful conditions with short lead times; work weekends, holidays, extended and rotating shifts (day/night); and may be required to travel statewide for extended periods of time and on short notice.
Department Website:
http://www.emsa.ca.gov Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Pharmacist License. License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Please reference Job Control # and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email emsa.hr@emsa.ca.gov for assistance and an EMSA Human Resources staff member will contact you. A hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Valid Pharmacist License
- Experience in working in a pharmacy or healthcare setting, preferably in an emergency medical services environment
- Strong knowledge of medications, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical calculations
- Familiarity with emergency medical procedures and protocols
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with healthcare professionals, and emergency medical service personnel
- Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and dispensing medications
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in emergency situations
- Understanding of medical terminology and ability to interpret prescriptions and medication orders
- Awareness of current pharmaceutical regulations and best practices
- Ability to collaborate and work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.The SOQ should be no more than two pages, single-spaced, 12 pt font.PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN NUMBERED ORDER:
- Can you provide an example of a time when you effectively managed a high-pressure situation in an emergency medical services environment, ensuring accurate and timely medication dispensing while collaborating with the healthcare team?
- Describe your experience in identifying and resolving medication-related errors or potential risks in emergency medicine. How do you ensure patient safety and minimize the occurrence of errors in your practice?
- In the context of emergency medical services, communication and teamwork are critical. Can you share a situation where you effectively communicated medication information to other healthcare professionals, ensuring seamless coordination and optimal patient care? How did you handle any challenges or conflicting priorities during that scenario?