CONSERVATIONIST II

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits, incl. health/dental/

Paid Holidays and leave

Defined benefit retirement program

Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement

Free Parking

Job summary

California Conservation Corps seeks a Conservationist 2 Education/Training Coordinator to manage the Corpsmember Development Program at the Redding and Siskiyou Centers. You will track hours for AmeriCorps and CCC scholarships, plan CMD events in C³, and train new corpsmembers in COMET orientation and education.

You will also plan and organize community volunteer events, lead Conservationist I staff, supervise Special Corpsmembers, and occasionally work nights or weekends to support field crews.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy on the job.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and practices.
• Knowledge of public and private sector employment opportunities and industry trends.
• Knowledge of the Conservation Corps and/or youth development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track CMD hours for CM enrolled in AmeriCorps/CCC scholarships.
• Plan, schedule, and track CM events in C³.
• Schedule and train new CMs in COMET orientation education training.
• Plan and organize community volunteer events and outreach.
• Lead Conservationist I staff and supervise Special Corpsmembers (SpCM).
• May work nights/weekends and support out crews as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and oral communication

Team collaboration

Task management

Confidentiality and diplomacy

Youth development knowledge

Public/private employment trends

Job description

$5,423.00 - $6,738.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/13/2026

Under the general direction of the District Director, the Conservationist 2 Education/Training Coordinator will be responsible for the Corpsmember Development Program (CMD) at the Redding and Siskiyou Centers. The CMD program includes the managing and tracking of hours for Corpsmembers (CM) enrolled in Educational scholarship programs (AmeriCorps and CCC Scholarships), planning, scheduling, and tracking CM events in C³. Schedules and trains all new CMs in Corpsmember Orientation Motivation Education Training (COMET). Planning, posting and organizing community volunteer events and outreach. This position may work alternative schedules that include nights and weekends, including taking out crews. The Conservationist 2 will act as a Lead for the Conservationist 1’s and supervise Special Corpsmembers (SpCM).

Working Conditions

This position will report to the Redding Center at 4900 Mountain Lakes Blvd. Suite A. Redding, CA 96003.

This position is classified as "In Office" and is not eligible for telework.

When working in the office: climate controlled, artificial light, sitting long periods of time.

When working outdoors in the field: mild winters and hot summers. Overnight travel may be required when responding to emergencies.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CONSERVATIONIST II

CONSERVATIONIST II $5,423.00 - $6,738.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

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.

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.

• Commercial Driver License – Provide evidence that a Commercial Class C license with aPassenger 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 driverlicense must take and pass a pre-employment drug test. Please note : Per California Code ofRegulations 213.5, applicants who fail the drug test pursuant to section 213.4 (h), will be disqualifiedfrom the examination in which they are competing and, except as provided by section 213.5 (e), shallnot be eligible to take any State civil service examination for a class for which drug testing is requireduntil one year has elapsed from the date the drug test specimen is given.
• 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 alsoinclude a background check through the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
• Medical Exam - A medical clearance exam is required for this classification.

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:

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion.

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy on the job

Knowledge of youth development principles and practices.

Knowledge of public and private sector employment opportunities and industry trends.

Knowledge of the Conservation Corps and/or youth development is preferred.

Benefits

• 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
• Free Parking

Information on the benefits associated with this civil service position including, but not limited to, salary, retirement and job protections can be found on the CalHR and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.ccc.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Hiring Desk
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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 classification Conservationist 2 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).
• 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.

Non-Electronic Submissions

If applying by postal mail or in-person drop off, please indicate RPA #26-0070/ JC 533779in the job title section of your State application.

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.