STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California Department of Parks & Recreation is hiring a Canine Superintendent III in Sacramento to lead the K-9 Law Enforcement program. This is a peace officer position, requiring eligibility under PC 830.2 and POST certification as applicable.

The role includes planning, directing, and overseeing canine operations. The reporting location is Sacramento, with in-office telework and a permanent, full-time appointment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications are defined in the Class Specification (STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III).
• Active California peace officer eligibility or reinstatement eligibility per POST rules.

Responsibilities

• Plan, control, monitor, and direct the Canine Program for the department.
• Lead canine law enforcement operations and related investigations as assigned.
• Coordinate with LEESD and other divisions; may require travel and on-call duties.

Job description

Job Posting: Canine Superintendent III

Department of Parks & Recreation

Job Code: JC-531775

Working Title: Canine Superintendent III

Classification: STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

$9,316.00 - $13,082.00 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: 9/25/2026

Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III / LAW ENFORCEMENT AND EMERGENCY SERVICES DIVISION / K-9 LAW ENFORCEMENT / SACRAMENTO CA

***This is a Peace Officer Position. To be eligible, you must meet the minimum qualifications established by the Department of Human Resources AND either be currently eligible or eligible for reinstatement as a PC 830.2, California State Peace Officer. If you are not a current peace officer and in possession of a POST – Academy, Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Certificate, you are not eligible for this position. For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department Link listed below before calling or emailing the listed contact.***

Department Link: Click Here

The reporting location for this position is Sacramento, CA. This position works under the direction of the Division Chief, Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Division (LEESD).

The Canine Specialist Superintendent III is responsible for the planning, control, monitoring and direction of the Canine Program for the Department. Extensive travel may be required for this position. The Canine Specialist may be required to perform any duties within (LEESD) including but not limited to, managing the Serious Incident Notification program on a rotational basis, Telecommunications, Emergency Services, Law Enforcement, Backgrounds and Internal Affairs investigations.

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.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Alex Luscutoff at [e-mail] and or [phone].

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531775

Position #(s): 548-803-0974-008

Working Title: Canine Superintendent III

Classification: STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

$9,316.00 - $13,082.00

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: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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.

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

Special Requirements

• 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) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST Basic, Intermediate or Advanced License Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR 599.961), this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.

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

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

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

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

Hiring Unit Contact:

Alex Luscutoff

[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.

EEO Contact:

Sharon Comas - EEO Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

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 appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for State Park Superintendent III. 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.
2. 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).
3. 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.