CONSERVATIONIST SUPERVISOR

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Paid Holidays and leave

Retirement program

401(k)

Employee Wellness Program

Parking

Job summary

The California Conservation Corps seeks a Conservationist Supervisor to manage center operations, staff and Corpsmembers in San Luis Obispo. The role bridges environmental project management with youth mentorship, negotiates community contracts, and oversees local budgets while coordinating rapid crew deployments during statewide emergencies.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in San Luis Obispo, CA; occasional outside hours and weekend readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with others as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion.
• Knowledge of youth development principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage center operations, staff and Corpsmembers.
• Negotiate community contracts and manage local budgets.
• Develop future leaders and coordinate rapid crew deployments during statewide disasters.
• Lead field operations with a strategic, safety-minded approach.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Team leadership

Crisis/deployment coordination

Job description

$6,834.00 - $8,495.00 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: 10/21/2026

Are you ready to run high-impact field operations on the frontlines of California’s conservation efforts?

The California Conservation Corps is seeking a dynamic Conservationist Supervisor to manage center operations, staff, and Corpsmembers. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between large-scale environmental project management and life-changing youth mentorship. You will negotiate community contracts, manage local budgets, develop future leaders, and orchestrate rapid crew deployments during statewide natural disasters. If you are a strategic, safety-minded leader with the grit to command field operations and inspire teams, we want you!

Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Conservationist Supervisorexam and to learn more about the methods of eligibility.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, salaried position based in San Luis Obispo, California. Incumbent works 40 hours a week, though schedules may vary based on program needs. As part of a statewide emergency response organization, this role requires flexibility and availability outside of regular business hours. The Conservationist Supervisor must be prepared to respond to calls and support field operations during evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

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

This position reports to the Los Padres Center located at 1530 Madera Avenue , San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

Minimum Requirements

CONSERVATIONIST SUPERVISOR $6,834.00 - $8,495.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

• CONSERVATIONIST SUPERVISOR

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

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 throughthe 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 inthe 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 4p.m.

Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements prior to being appointed:

• 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 HighwayAdministration 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 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 OffenderRecord 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 medicalclearance exam is required for this classification.

Desirable 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
• Ability to work well in high pressure situations
• Knowledge of youth development principles and practices
• Knowledge of the Conservation Corps is preferred

T here are many benefits to joining our team! Some benefits include:

• 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
• Access to over 7,000 on-demand training courses
• Free, easy 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 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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jill Smith
[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

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the Conservationist Supervisor civil service exam to be placed on the eligibility list. Please refer to the exam bulletin for more detailed information.
• 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 & Development (T&D) Assignment – State employees in a permanent appointment, and no longer on probation, may be considered for a T&D assignment.

Resources

Salary Information
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary 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 temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. For more details about PLP 2025 , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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 examfor a job. Using LEAP is optional. Learn more about LEAP and find available exams on CalHR's LEAP page.

Veterans' Preference
Veterans’ Preferenceis 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.

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.