Veteran's Credit: Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience applying advanced scientific expertise in environmental toxicology and exposure assessment to evaluate environmental hazards and ensure timely dissemination of accurate, actionable information to the public, media, and stakeholders to prevent or reduce adverse health effects.