Conservationist 2 - Corpsmember Development (Conservationist II)

CA Conservation Corps · San Luis Obispo County

Salary: $5,423 – $6,738 per month

Closes: 2026-11-13T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Conservationist Supervisor, the CMD Conservationist 2 is responsible for the Corpsmember Orientation, Motivation, Education and Training (COMET) program and the Corpsmember Development (CMD) program. May work alternative schedule to monitor evening and weekend CMD activities. Acts as lead for the Conservationist 1’s assigned to CMD, who assist in the implementation of CMD programs. Duties will be carried out independently, for the Corpsmembers (CMs) aligned with the incumbent’s assigned shift, and at times in collaboration with a peer Conservationist 2 CMD for all CMs. Provides backup as needed to peer Conservationist 2 CMD. Drafts implementation plans for district specific training and education programs. Assists in securing educational and training programs through local educators, including and not limited to local community colleges, training providers, community non-profits, health organizations, and charter school providers. Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Conservationist 2 exam and to learn more about the methods of eligibility. How did you hear about this position? Tell us in this brief survey. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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: • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Strong, effective and professional communications skills • Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy on the job • Ability to work well in high pressure situations • Knowledge of youth development principles and practices • Knowledge of the Conservation Corps is preferred • Computer literacy (Windows, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Salesforce)
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Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Conservationist Supervisor, the CMD Conservationist 2 is responsible for the Corpsmember Orientation, Motivation, Education and Training (COMET) program and the Corpsmember Development (CMD) program. May work alternative schedule to monitor evening and weekend CMD activities. Acts as lead for the Conservationist 1’s assigned to CMD, who assist in the implementation of CMD programs. Duties will be carried out independently, for the Corpsmembers (CMs) aligned with the incumbent’s assigned shift, and at times in collaboration with a peer Conservationist 2 CMD for all CMs. Provides backup as needed to peer Conservationist 2 CMD.
Drafts implementation plans for district specific training and education programs. Assists in securing educational and training programs through local educators, including and not limited to local community colleges, training providers, community non-profits, health organizations, and charter school providers.

Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Conservationist 2 exam and to learn more about the methods of eligibility.


How did you hear about this position? Tell us in this brief survey.

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

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:
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong, effective and professional communications skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy on the job
  • Ability to work well in high pressure situations
  • Knowledge of youth development principles and practices
  • Knowledge of the Conservation Corps is preferred
  • Computer literacy (Windows, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Salesforce)

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Regional hiring context

There are 50 current state openings in San Luis Obispo County, including this position.

Application timeline

Applications close in 9 days, on November 13, 2026.

Posting history

This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 7, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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