Conservationist 1

The California Conservation Corps is hiring a Conservationist I in Chico, CA. Responsibilities include supervising and training Corpsmembers, maintaining state equipment, and handling recordkeeping. The role requires working in an office and outdoors, with no telework options available. Candidates must pass background checks and a medical exam. This is a permanent, full-time position aimed at fostering youth development through public service and environmental conservation.
Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Conservation Supervisor, the Conservationist I performs the following duties:
• Supervise, Train and Evaluate Corpsmembers.
• Teach, Direct and Counsel Corpsmembers.
• Care, Maintenance and Security of State Equipment and Property.
• Recordkeeping and Personnel Administration.

Working Conditions

Duties will be performed at the Los Piños Center located at 341 Huss Drive, Chico, CA 95928.

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

Working outdoors, mild winters, hot summers.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-468600

Position #(s): 533-709-1029-XXX

Working Title: Conservationist 1

Classification: CONSERVATIONIST I

$3,374.00 - $5,628.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Butte County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 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 and Thursday (except state holidays)

Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Address: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 9581

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

Special Requirements

Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements prior to being appointed:
• 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 also include a background check through the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
• Medical Exam - A medical clearance exam is required for this classification.
• Commercial Driver License – Provide evidence that a Commercial Class C license with a Passenger 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 driver license must take and pass a pre-employment drug test. Please note: Per California Code of Regulations 213.5, applicants who fail the drug test pursuant to section 213.4 (h), will be disqualified from the examination in which they are competing and, except as provided by section 213.5 (e), shall not be eligible to take any State civil service examination for a class for which drug testing is required until one year has elapsed from the date the drug test specimen is given.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 3/13/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Conservation Corps

Hiring Desk Analyst

Attn: Hiring Desk

1719 24th Street

Sacramento, CA 95816

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA Conservation Corps

Hiring Desk Analyst

Hiring Desk

1719 24th Street

Sacramento, CA 95816

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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:

Desire to make a significant, positive difference in the youth and environment of the State. Desire to work at a four-crew satellite in the Butte County community of Chico. Have prior experience as a C1 or comparable job duties. A strong sense of the values of integrity, honor, loyalty, and professionalism. Exhibit strength in character; respect the chain of command; possess unquestionable ethics; perform physically demanding work; demand excellence from others; and lead by example

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website 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

Eligibility Information

To be considered for the job vacancy you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
• List Eligibility –Successfully complete the Conservationist 1 civil service 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.

Resources

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

Veterans' Preference

Veterans’ Preference is 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.

Non Electronic Submissions

If applying by postal mail or in-person drop off, please indicate RPA #24-0037 JC-468600 in 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.