Conservationist 2 at California Conservation Corps

Job Description and Duties

This is a Permanent Full-Time Conservationist 2 position that assists the Public Service Conservation Work (PSCW) program operations at the Pomona Center.

Assist the Conservation Supervisor (CS) to develop and write reimbursement project proposals that meet CCC project mandates, which includes: provides public benefit; protection and enhancement of California’s environment; and development of Corpsmembers’ job skills. Contact and meet with project sponsors to discuss and plan work projects and conduct safety inspections of work sites; update sponsors on project status; assist with the scheduling of work crews to various PSCW projects; integrate learning opportunities in work projects by ensuring that each work project has a planned educational component that is related to the work project; enters project information in C3 database tracking system. Assist with the development of Job Hazard Analysis; work with CS to enforce all aspects of the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) in relation to the PSCW activities; assist with project logistics including the purchase of tools, materials, and equipment.

May act as lead over Conservationist 1 staff supervising project work.

Ensure the preparation and maintenance of daily and monthly documentation including work activities and accomplishment reports, daily time sheets, field files, Corpsmember monthly evaluations, safety reports, accident reports, vehicle mileage logs, and other reports as required; develop and prepare project reimbursement data; organize and support “spike operations” and respond to natural disasters and other emergencies as needed. Take the lead as the Health and Safety Officer and work with the Corpsmember Development (CMD) program (e.g. Corpsmember evaluations and training, etc.) in conjunction with the respective Conservationist 1s and key staff members; monitor Corpsmember corrective action/CMD documents and teach Corpsmember Orientation Motivation and Education Training (COMET). Maintains state property; may respond to emergencies and/or act as Agency Representative.

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

Working Conditions

The reporting location for this position is at 3530 W. Pomona Blvd. BLDG 3, Pomona, CA.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-502546

Position #(s): 533-872-1003-XXX

Working Title: Conservationist 2

Classification: CONSERVATIONIST II

$5,423.00 - $6,738.00

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: Los Angeles County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

• Do you want to make a positive, significant difference in the lives of citizens in communities throughout California?
• Do you want to directly improve the lives of citizens in the State of California through the implementation of vital environmental restoration projects?

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 4 p.m.

Address: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

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

Final Filing Date: 1/5/2026

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. 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

Resources

Salary Information: Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary 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 temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction.

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 #25-0122 / JC-502546 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.