AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL)

Department-of-Parks-; California; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

State of California's Department of Parks and Recreation seeks an Audio-Visual Specialist (Technical) to develop and edit video and digital content for the Communications and Marketing Division and statewide projects.

The role supports all districts and divisions, may require travel, and involves organizing video assets for staff, partners, media, and the public. Telework eligible with hybrid work options; ensure SOQ submission and CDL and FAA Part 107 requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL) required; provide CDL number, class, expiration date, and endorsements/restrictions.
• Remote Pilot Certificate FAA Part 107 license required; copy to be provided prior to hire.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required; include 1-2 pages, 12-point font.

Responsibilities

• Develop and edit video and digital content for the Communications and Marketing Division and statewide projects.
• Organize and categorize video content for use by staff, partners, media, and the public.
• Operate video and drone equipment as needed, including field shoots and travel to remote locations.

Job description

Job Posting: AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICIAN)

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-534127 - AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL)

$34.79 - $43.54 per Hour. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/16/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

AUDIO VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL) (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) – COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING

The reporting location is at 4940 Lang Avenue, McClellan Park, CA 95652. This position will work under the direct supervision of an Information Officer II and also the deputy director of Communications and Marketing Division. This position is in the Communications and Marketing Division, but the incumbent will be working on projects throughout all the districts and divisions statewide as required. Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Communications and Marketing and the immediate supervision of the Information Officer II, the incumbent is responsible for developing and editing video and digital content for the Communications and Marketing Division and content needed statewide. This includes all 21 districts, the Division of Boating and Waterways, the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division, the Office of Historic Preservation, and any divisions/programs in the California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). The incumbent will organize and categorize video content on internal and external sources for use by DPR staff, partners, media and the public.

This position is designated as Telework Eligible - Remote Centered.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

This position may work up to 1500 hours in any calendar year.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Adeline Yee at [e-mail].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Office setting to log and edit videos, in addition to shooting videos in the field. Carries video and digital gear including a camera, drone, tripod, lighting, and any necessary equipment to perform their duties. Drives long distances and sometimes to remote areas.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL)

JOB TYPE: PERMANENT INTERMITTENT

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: 4940 Lang Avenue, McClellan Park, CA 95652

Telework: Hybrid

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

• 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 Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Remote Pilot Certificate FAA Part 107 License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Possession of a valid class “C” Driver’s License is required. Remote Pilot Certificate (FAA Part 107) to fly a drone. Required to travel and sometimes work evenings and weekends to accommodate media/special events and necessary deadlines.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position.

Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that describes your experience as it relates to this position/Duty Statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ.

Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

DO NOT include any confidential information toyour application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number,birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method ofeligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method ofeligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

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:

Experience with live streaming events (press conferences, award shows, media events etc.), drone photography/videography and highly proficient in editing on various platforms with a short turnaround.

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 civil service exam for Audio-Visual Specialist (Technical). Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this 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 and associated 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).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.