About the role
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.
Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
Job/Department Summary
Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the WellCat Health Center (WCHC), the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) is responsible for the overall operation, administration, and regulatory compliance of the WCHC pharmacy. The incumbent performs the full range of licensed pharmacist duties while serving as the designated Pharmacist-in-Charge as required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
The Pharmacist II provides leadership for pharmacy operations including regulatory compliance, medication safety, quality assurance, inventory management, formulary development, pharmacy budgeting, purchasing, policy development, accreditation activities, and workflow coordination. The incumbent provides lead work direction to licensed pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, student assistants, and other support personnel while collaborating closely with medical providers and campus partners to deliver high-quality, patient-centered pharmaceutical care.
The position supports the mission of the WellCat Health Center by promoting safe, equitable, evidence-based healthcare services that enhance student success and well-being.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) college of pharmacy program or other program recognized.
Required education and training to be a registered Pharmacist by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Equivalent to one year of experience as a licensed pharmacist working independently.
AND
Additional three to five years of experience working as a licensed pharmacist with progress operations and administrative responsibilities, that demonstrates sufficient experience to demonstrate to oversee the operations of a larger more complex pharmacy, serve as the Pharmacist-in-Charge, and provide work direction to other licensed pharmacists.
LICENSE
Possess and maintain Pharmacist license as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Experience in a Student or University Health Setting.
- Experience administering immunizations and furnishing medications consistent with California pharmacist scope of practice.
- Experience with accreditation, quality improvement, or pharmacy policy development.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining current best practices in pharmacy practice.
Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining current best practices in pharmacy practice.
Time Base: Full-time
Pay Plan: 12/12
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm
Salary Information: $120,564 (Step 1) per year - $175,632 (Step 20) per year.
Additional Information
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.
This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.
The person holding this position is considered a "General Mandated Reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
Throughout employment this position must possess and maintain a valid pharmacist license as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Adhere and comply to Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines and regulations.
About Chico State
Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.
The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
CSU, Chico's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person at CSU, Chico Police Department or by calling 530-898-5555. It is also available on the web at Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.
Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 10/21/26. Applications received after that date may be considered.)