Job Description

This position is eligible for hybrid telework in accordance with Statewide Telework Policy and requires reporting in person at the RMC office a minimum of one day a week or more, based on the business needs of the RMC. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Excellence in the Business of Government! Come join a team that creates: A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship. A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes. An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department. Under the general direction of the Executive Officer, the Staff Services Manager (SSM) II- Managerial (Mgrl) plans, organizes, and directs the project and programming work of the San Gabriel & Lower Los Angeles (SGLLA) Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC), including the direct supervision of up to six subordinate staff. Major RMC program duties include activities related to the planning, acquisition, development, and restoration of open space, wildlife habitat, low impact recreation, watershed improvement and related recreational use both personally and as supervisor over supporting staff. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (MANAGERIAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #:

JC-478733

Position #(s):

570-001-4969-XXX

Working Title: Conservancy Project Manager Classification: STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (MANAGERIAL) $8,461.00 - $9,611.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Los Angeles County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information Our mission is to preserve open space and habitat in order to provide for low-impact recreation and educational uses, wildlife habitat restoration and protection, and watershed improvements within our jurisdiction. Department Website: Special Requirements Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. Click here to learn more about examinations administered by DGS and examinations available online. 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: 6/12/2025 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 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: San Gabriel Lower L.A. Rivers & Mountains Conservancy

OHR MAILING

Attn: Recruitment & Exam Services Unit P.O. Box 989052 West Sacramento , CA 95798-9052 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: San Gabriel Lower L.A. Rivers & Mountains Conservancy

OHR - DROP OFF

DGS OHR Cert Unit Department of General Services 707 3rd Street, Lobby West Sacramento , CA 95605

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 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 required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - REQUIRED - Supplemental Questionnaire. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire section on the job advertisement for details and instructions. 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. 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: Experience and/or a degree in public administration, project management, budgeting, planning, or natural resource management or conservation Experience working with local government and nonprofit organizations Experience working with underserved communities and diverse audiences and responding to concerns and issues through either work or lived experience. Strong supervisory and leadership skills to maintain a positive work environment and support staff. Strong organizational skills and ability to track staff workload and projects using spreadsheets and other databases Able to handle adversarial conditions Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Project) Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include: Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance Paid Holidays and leave Defined benefit retirement program Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457) Commute Program Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees! Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: Hiring Unit Contact: Salian Garcia (626) 815-1019 ext: 110 sgarcia@rmc.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: EEO Main Line (916) 376-5127 DGSEEO@dgs.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Reporting Location San Gabriel & Lower Los Angeles (SGLLA) Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) 100 N. Old San Gabriel Canyon Road Azusa, CA 91702 Please specify RPA #28100-RMC and JC #478733 on your state application. Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Please answer the following supplemental questions regarding your relevant work experience pertaining to this position. These supplemental questions are intended to provide more detailed information about your work experiences and will allow the hiring manager to better assess your qualifications for this position.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Demonstrating your writing skills, respond separately to the following prompts in numerical order. Each response is limited to one (1) page. Responses must be numbered, in 12 point Times New Roman font, and with one-inch margins. Do not consolidate responses: Describe your experience developing, leading, and implementing open space, greening, or natural resource enhancement projects with technical and sensitive policy issues; include discussion of climate change adaptation and integrating public access as applicable. Describe your experience with federal or state grants and/or reimbursable funding. Describe your leadership experience and include the following types of examples as much as possible: taking initiative to address a problem; managing and leading teams of people; and serving as a supervisor. What is it about this particular position that appeals to you? Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not take the place of the supplemental questionnaire. Applications received without the responses will not be considered. 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. State of California

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