Job Description and Duties The Conservationist 1 is a crew supervisor position with the following duties: Supervise, train and evaluate young adults (Corpsmembers) between the ages of 18 and 25 performing conservation-related work projects. Instruct, inspire, motivate and ensure the development of safe work habits in crews of young adult corpsmembers. Supervise Corpsmembers while involved in projects in remote areas or urban settings & while on wildland firefighting operations. Respond to natural disasters such as floods, fires or pest infestations. Assist the further educational development of Corpsmembers during evenings and weekends, if assigned. Maintain time and leave records; develop injury, accomplishment, and disciplinary reports. Teach Corpsmembers the importance of work productivity, teamwork, safe work habits and discipline on work projects; responsible for following CCC-established discipline policies and holding corpsmembers accountable for their behavior. Recommend disciplinary action when necessary. Evaluate Corpsmembers’ performance. Instruct Corpsmembers in the protection and conservation of California’s natural resources. Instruct Corpsmembers in skills such as: construction, landscaping, erosion control and trail building and maintenance. Develop Corpsmembers’ leadership skills. Mentor Corpsmember leaders; supervision of Corpsmembers during non-work hours (night and weekend supervision, if assigned.) Monitor dormitories and ensure the health and safety of all Corpsmembers on CCC facilities. Provide informal counseling to Corpsmembers; refer to formal counseling, if needed. Monitor the educational attainment of Corpsmembers engaged in non-work educational opportunities. Provide feedback and evaluation to Corpsmembers. Inspect vehicles and equipment to ensure safe operation; recommend repairs and maintenance. Drive and operate state vehicles and equipment, perform minor repairs and maintenance. Identify, select and train Corpsmember drivers. Assist in their attainment of a Class C Commercial license. CCC-sponsored driver training course(s); maintain time and leave records, approve leave; develop supervisor’s reports of injuries, disciplinary reports and weekly project and safety reports; document conservation awareness activities. See duty statement for more details. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Duties will be performed at the Fortuna Center located at 1500 Alamar Way, Fortuna, CA 95540. This position is classified as “In Office” and is not eligible for telework. Travel daily to and from project sites, some overnight travel for spikes and emergencies. The person selected for this position will report to the Fortuna CCC Center. The center is located in rural Northern California in a small city just south of the Humboldt County seat: Eureka, CA. The selectee will work on projects within the Fortuna Center service area ranging from the Oregon border south to northern Mendocino County, and from the Pacific Ocean East halfway to Redding. Project work is year-round and located in a variety of environments including beach front, gorgeous redwood forests, mountain trails, rural creeks, and State and National parks; locations that people from all over the world travel to see. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CONSERVATIONIST I Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information Do you want to make a positive, significant difference in the lives of citizens in communities throughout California? Do you want to directly improve the lives of citizens in the State of California through the implementation of vital environmental restoration projects? Then the California Conservation Corps (CCC) has the job for you! The CCC is a dynamic organization committed to developing young adults by challenging them to complete a year of public service and conservation-related work. Employees of the CCC are leaders who inspire, educate and challenge young people to further their educational and professional goals. If you are looking to work for a state department that demands excellence, inspires staff to do their best and protects and enhances the state’s environment, we invite you to apply for a position with the California Conservation Corps, the finest youth Environmental Restoration, Education, Workforce Development program in the world. Career Consultation California Conservation Corps is excited to take part in the first agency-wide collaborative physical career center. The career center is located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento in the brand new CNRA headquarters building. Services provided include one-on-one career consultations, application/resume review, career guidance, mock interviews, and tips for applying. Days: Open every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (except state holidays) Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Address: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Department Website:
http://www.ccc.ca.gov Special Requirements Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements prior to being appointed:
- Background Investigation – Undergo fingerprinting and successfully pass a Criminal Offender Record Information check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) which may or may not also include a background check through the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
- Medical Exam - A medical clearance exam is required for this classification.
- Commercial Driver License – Provide evidence that a Commercial Class C license with a Passenger Transport Vehicle special endorsement, or equivalent, has been obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- Pre-employment Drug Test – Pass a urine drug test. In accordance with the Federal Highway Administration regulations (49 CFR, Part 382), persons hired to a class requiring a commercial driver license must take and pass a pre-employment drug test. Please note: Per California Code of Regulations 213.5, applicants who fail the drug test pursuant to section 213.4 (h), will be disqualified from the examination in which they are competing and, except as provided by section 213.5 (e), shall not be eligible to take any State civil service examination for a class for which drug testing is required until one year has elapsed from the date the drug test specimen is given. This position requires successful completion of the CALFIRE Type I fire training program. 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: Desire to make a significant, positive difference in the young adults and environment of the State. Possess a strong sense of the values of integrity, honor, loyalty and professionalism. Exhibit strength in character; respect the chain of command; possess unquestionable ethics; perform physically demanding work; demand excellence from others; and lead by example. Willing and able to meet CCC wildland fire fighter training expectations and maintain certification on an annual basis.
Desired Personal Traits:
- Approachable and personable
- Confident
- Self-Starter
- Follow through
- Commitment to program
- Empathetic to entry level questions
Desired Working Style:
- Multitasking
- Competent when working on independent projects
- Communicative when working collaboratively
Desired Work Experience:
- Crew supervision & team development
- Mediation or Conflict Resolution between diverse groups (age, ethnicity, urban/rural)
- Teaching or training experience (outdoor or indoor)
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! Some benefits include:
- Travel for work
- Easy access to the outdoors of the Pacific Northwest
- Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Holidays and leave
- Defined benefit retirement program
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Eligibility Information To be considered for the job vacancy you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
- List Eligibility –Successfully complete the Conservationist I civil service exam.
- Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section andassociated links above).
- Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Training and Development (T&D) Assignment - State employees in a permanent appointment; and no longer on probation, may be considered for a T&D assignment. Resources Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)CCC encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us. The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. It is an alternative to the regular civil service exam for a job. Using LEAP is optional. Learn more about LEAP and find available exams on CalHR's LEAP page.Veterans' PreferenceVeterans’ Preference is an assistance program for military benefits who seek employment with the state. Preference can be applied to a veteran’s eligibility for qualifying open and open, non-promotional examinations. To learn more about Veterans’ Preference visit CalHR’s Veteran’s Preference page. Non Electronic SubmissionsIf applying by postal mail or in-person drop off, please indicate RPA #26-0123 JC-536482 in the job title section of your State application.