CONSERVATIONIST SUPERVISOR

$6,834.00 - $8,495.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or at the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the District Director, the Conservationist Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of the Conservationist staff and Corpsmembers assigned to the Center. The supervisor provides day-to-day supervision, guidance, and direction to ensure proper implementation of CCC policies and procedures, and to maintain the safety of staff and Corpsmembers. The supervisor guarantees that all federal, state, departmental, and district regulations are followed.Develop, monitor, and manage public service conservation work and special program activities. Estimate projects, negotiate agreements and contracts with funding sources in surrounding communities, and collaborate with budget staff to balance expenditures with income, provide monthly reports, and bill projects. Develop an annual reimbursement target and review projects to ensure quality control.Monitor and oversee Corpsmember discipline, evaluations, separations, COMET, Corpsmember development, the safety program, and facility maintenance and inspections. Ensure that all Conservationist staff effectively and safely perform their responsibilities through appropriate training and instruction. Complete Individual Development Plans and Individual Training Plans annually for staff.Participate in staff and community meetings, providing input and information relative to the program. Develop confidence and cooperation with project sponsors and maintain relationships with sponsors and the community. Promote CCC through contact with the media, presentations before civic groups, governing bodies, and in educational settings. Assist with community resource development such as donations, projects, volunteers, job placement, and partnerships.Coordinate emergency response. Ensure that Conservationist staff and Corpsmembers can respond to emergencies effectively and efficiently by ensuring that all PSCW crews are properly organized, trained, and equipped. May act as liaison or agency representative on emergency operations.Minimum RequirementsThe Conservationist Supervisor is a 12-month limited-term, full-time position. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the classification specification. Minimum qualifications include a Class C Commercial license with a Passenger Transport Vehicle special endorsement, satisfactory background investigation, compliant medical exam, and pre-employment drug test in accordance with federal regulations.Desirable QualificationsThe ideal candidate brings a blend of hands-on conservation experience and dynamic leadership skills. They have a strong foundation in project planning and implementation, especially in areas that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote environmental resilience—such as trail construction, native plant restoration, water conservation, and energy efficiency retrofits. Prior experience in managing public service or conservation crews is a plus, along with a working knowledge of safety protocols, quality control, and field operations.They are comfortable navigating both boots-in-the-dirt environments and professional stakeholder engagement. The role calls for someone who can mentor and motivate corpsmembers and staff while fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and inclusion. Effective communication, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to coordinate with public and private partners are key. Experience with grant or contract management, workforce development, and emergency response preparation will also serve this leader well.BenefitsBenefit information is available on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.Eligibility InformationList Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for the Conservationist Supervisor classification.Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same or a comparable classification.Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same or a comparable classification.Training & Development (T&D) Assignment – State employees in a permanent appointment who are no longer on probation may be considered for a T&D assignment.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all individuals, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercise of family care or medical leave rights, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding) and sexual orientation.It is an objective of the State of California to maintain a drug-free workplace. All applicants for state employment are expected to comply with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the professional trust placed in public servants.J-18808-Ljbffr