Job Description and Duties

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) - NORTH COAST REDWOODS / NATURAL RESOURCES / SUE-MEG STATE PARK

The reporting location for this position is Sue-Meg State Park in Trinidad, CA. This position will work under the close supervision of Senior Environmental Scientist.

The position will work on a variety of vegetation program functions including invasive species contol, succession management, and vegetation monitoring throughout the District. Working under close supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist, the Forestry Technician will support the District Resource Management Program by assisting with the implementation of resource restoration projects, primarily invasive plant control, but may also assist with botanical surveys, forest restoration, prescribed fire and other aspects of habitat restoration. Invasive species control will include the use of a variety of treatment methods including the use of herbicide. Individual may act as the State's representative to assure that contractors (California Conservation Corps, CalFire, and other types of work crews) adhere to the restoration prescriptions, best management practices and conditions of environmental permits as stipulated by contract.

APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES: Work well as an individual and in a multi-disciplinary team setting. Be flexible and open-minded and be able to work under harsh environmental conditions (wind, rain, sun exposure, dense vegetation, steep slopes, and day and night shifts). The position will require the Incumbent to perform some minor strenuous labor (e.g. carrying up to 40 lbs) and to be able to navigate and hike two to five miles in coastal and forested environments. Ability to identify flora of northern California is a plus, but can be learned on the job. Applicant must have excellent field orientation skills and basic familiarity with electronic data collection (Field Maps/ArcMap/ArcPro). May be required to camp out up to 3 nights per week and work occasionally on weekends. Individual will have to operate 4-wheel drive trucks and ATV's (ATV certified preferred).

This position requires a valid Class C driver's license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position may work up to 1500 hours per year/in a 12 consecutive month period.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Amber Transou at (707) 834-7675 or at amber.transou@parks.ca.gov.

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

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

Working Conditions

Physical work outdoors in various weather conditions. During prescribed fire operations, employee will be exposed to smoke and heat and may be required to work long hours and weekends/holidays. As safety allows, work continues in

all types of weather.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-436408

Position #(s):

549-635-1085-902

Working Title:

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

Classification:

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

$21.52 - $30.50

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Humboldt County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours

Facility:

North Coast Redwoods District

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/5/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Attn: Class and Hiring

P.O. Box 942896

Sacramento, CA 94296-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Class and Hiring

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Monday - Friday, excluding weekends and state Holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Hiring Unit Contact:

Mitchell Hinman

(707) 445-6547

Mitchell.Hinman@parks.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Sharon Comas - Human Rights Office

(916) 653-9990

sharon.comas@park