CONSERVATIONIST SUPERVISOR

Job Description and Duties ***This position has been re-advertised. Previous applicants need not apply. Under the direct supervision of the District Director, the Conservation Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of conservationist staff and corpsmembers assigned to the Center. Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and direction on the proper implementation of CCC policies and procedures, as well as the safety of staff and corpsmembers. Ensure all federal, state, departmental and district regulations are being followed. Develop, monitor, and manage public service conservation work and special program activities. Estimate projects and negotiate agreements and contracts with funding sources in the surrounding communities. Work with the budgets 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 corrective action, evaluations, self-resignations, COMET, corpsmember development, safety program, and facility maintenance and inspections. Ensure all Conservationist staff effectively and safely perform their responsibilities and duties 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 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, community service, job placement, and partnerships. Coordinate emergency response. Ensure that Conservationist staff and corpsmembers can respond to emergencies effectively and efficiently by ensuring that crews are properly organized, trained and equipped. May act as liaison or agency representative on emergency operations. Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Conservationist Supervisor 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. 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• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing• 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