Fire Crew Supervisor (Conservationist I)

Job Description and Duties More than a paycheck. More than a job. This is the start of a rewarding career! If you want to protect California’s natural environment while directly shaping, mentoring, and changing the lives of young adults, your next step starts here. The Los Piños Center of the California Conservation Corps (CCC) is looking for a purpose-driven, physically resilient leader ready to lead a Type I Fire Crew. Join us and turn your passion for wildland fire safety, leadership, and conservation into a life-changing profession! Under the direction of the Conservationist Supervisor, you will lead a crew of 8-15 young adults (Corpsmembers) between the ages of 18 and 29: Lead & Mentor: Supervise, train, and evaluate a hand crew, instilling discipline, safety, and a strong work ethic. Direct Wildland Fire Operations: Partner with Cal Fire Captains to supervise a Type I fire crew during critical fire suppression, fuel reduction, and forestry projects. Respond to Emergencies: Act as a critical line of defense during state emergencies, leading your crew through intense, extended disaster relief operations including wildland fires and floods. Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Conservationist 1 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 Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements prior to being appointed: • 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. Candidates will be required to pass the following trainings upon appointment: • Position requires successful completion of the CalFire Type I 80-hour Fire Training Program. This includes a vigorous physical fitness portion of the training. 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: • Adaptive Leadership: Proven ability to remain calm, analytical, and decisive under high-pressure situations, dangerous field environments, or extended emergency deployments. • Effective Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise operational briefings in the field and document administrative reports accurately. • Youth Development & Mentorship: Deep understanding of youth development principles, with a passion for mentoring, motivating, and managing young adults from diverse backgrounds. • Operational Management: Superb organizational and time-management skills, with a track record of safely managing multiple complex tasks, field logistics, and strict timelines simultaneously. • Collaborative Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to build cohesive crews and interface seamlessly with CAL FIRE partners and agency stakeholders. • Digital Literacy: Proficiency in modern workplace software, including the Microsoft Office suite (Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel) and Salesforce. • Corps Knowledge: Prior knowledge of or direct experience with the California Conservation Corps (CCC) mission, structure, and operations is highly preferred.