STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

State of California; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 9,300 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Job summary

State of California, Department of Parks & Recreation, seeks a STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III for the Colorado Desert District in Borrego Springs. This is a Peace Officer position with eligibility requirements for POST certification and related training.

The role requires housing and involves managing public safety programs, coordinating with law enforcement, and supervising staff. Final filing date is 9/11/2026.

Qualifications

• This is a Peace Officer position requiring POST certification or eligibility for reinstatement.
• Must meet California Peace Officer qualifications per Department of Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage the District's Public Safety and Law Enforcement program.
• Oversee the Field Training Program, SEMS-Incident Command, and DOJ reporting.
• Supervise Records Clerk and liaise with local law enforcement and district attorney.
• Ensure POST compliance, DMV pull notices, and fingerprint programs.

Job description

Job Posting: STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-530362

$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: 9/11/2026

Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III – Colorado Desert District/ borrego springs

***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

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

The reporting location for this position is the Colorado Desert District in Borrego Springs. This position will work under the direction of the District Superintendent.

This position is responsible for the management of the District’s Public Safety and Law Enforcement program, including Public Safety Information (media liaison), Field Training Program, SEMS- Incident Command, Public Safety Telecommunications Program, DOJ Reporting and Records Program, Evidence Custodian, Peace Officer training and POST compliance, DMV pull notice and DOJ fingerprint program, supervision of Records Clerk, liaison with law enforcement agencies of concurrent jurisdiction and local District Attorney’s Office.

Housing is required.

Interested candidates may contact District Superintendent Ray Lennox [phone] or [e-mail]

Sensitive Positions/Reasonable Suspicion

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.

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

Working Conditions

Office setting with visits to park units, external offices, and experiences in the outdoors. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as necessary. Must be reachable at all times for emergency communications unless approved to hand off to an alternate.
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.

• STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-530362

Position #(s): 548-940-0974-001

Working Title: STATE PARK 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: San Diego 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) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST Certificate License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position Official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

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:
Ray Lennox
[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.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 548-940-0974-001 and the Job Control # JC-530362 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Eligibility Information

To be considered for the job vacancy you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for this classification. 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.

1. 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).

1. 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.