Job Description and Duties POSITION MAY BE EXTENDED OR BECOME PERMANENT
Under the supervision of the District Director, the Conservationist 2 COMET/CMD is responsible for the Corpsmember Orientation, Motivation, Education and Training (COMET) program and the Corpsmember Development (CMD) program. May work alternative schedules include nights and weekends to monitor evening CMD activities. Acts as lead over the Conservationist 1, Residential Advisor, who will assist in the implementation of CMD programs during non-COMET periods.
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Working Conditions Your working conditions and locations will vary. You could be working indoors or outdoors, in remote areas or urban areas, you could be supervising Corpsmembers while staying in hotels or primitive campsites. Your work hours are typically 4/10s, Monday – Thursday from 7AM - 5:30PM; your work hours are dependent on project needs.
During fire season, you may be assigned to a fire camp for up to 21 days; this is also a great opportunity to receive overtime.
In Office – This position is classified as "In Office" and is not eligible for telework.
Special Requirements 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. 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. 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:
A desire to make a significant, positive difference in young adults and the environment, a strong sense of the values of integrity, professionalism, honor, and duty. Exhibit strength in character; respect the chain of command; possess unquestionable ethics; perform physically demanding work; demand excellence from others; and lead by example; ability to take immediate action in life-threatening situations.
Benefits There 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 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 and the website.
Eligibility Information To be considered for the job vacancy you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:
List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for classification Conservationist II. Click here to view the Conservationist II exam bulletin. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this 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. Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
