Job Description

Job Description and Duties

ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST / OHMVR DIVISION / HEADQUARTERS / SACRAMENTO CA

The reporting location for this position is Headquarters Office in Sacramento, CA . This position will work under the general direction of Staff Park and Recreation Specialist .   

The Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division is currently seeking to fill the position of Associate Parks & Recreation Specialist (APRS) for the Grants Program. In this role, the selected candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for grantees across the state, specializing in the realm of Off-Highway Vehicle recreation including both cultural and environmental concerns; Responsibilities will include working in a lead capacity with a team of analysts and providing technical support to grantees involved in the planning, execution, and supervision of Off-Highway Vehicle projects funded through local assistance. The APRS will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including environmental organizations, off-highway clubs, and other stakeholders.

Park and Recreation Specialist (1068) will also be considered for recruitment purposes.

This position is designated as telework eligible office-centered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. 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.

State housing is not available.  For further information regarding this position, please contact Jenn Grady  at (916) 204-2673 or jenn.grady@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 .

Working Conditions

Work environment may have moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, elevations, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Occasionally to frequent work outside of office, in a field environment with a range of climatic environments from hot, dry deserts, coastal beaches, cool forests, and mountainous areas.

May be exposed to extreme weather and traffic conditions.

Operate and navigate 4x4 vehicles, ATVs, RUVs or motorcycles in remote locations over a wide range of terrain and for long periods of time.

Walking or hiking into remote areas with a wide range of terrain.

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.

Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions (SOQ):

This non-confidential Supplemental Questionnaire is designed to elicit information regarding each applicant's abilities, knowledge, and experience in relation to the Associate Park and Recreation Specialist (APRS) position.

If interested, please submit the standard state application, resume and Supplemental Questionnaire. If there is a question regarding experience that you do not have, include examples of similar experience that would demonstrate your ability or potential to perform the specific function. Please limit your answers to one paragraph per question. Applicants who do not submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will not be considered.

This information will be used in conjunction with the interview to assist the interview panel in determining the most qualified candidate for the APRS position. Please provide the name and telephone number of a reference who can speak to your role in each situation described below.

1. Describe your educational background, including your degree, major, and any relevant coursework that has prepared you for this position.

2. Describe what you know about Off-Highway Vehicle recreation in California and if and/or how do you think it can co-exist with the protection of natural and cultural resources.

3. How do you handle changing priorities or unexpected challenges in a work environment? Provide an example of a situation where you had to adapt quickly and how you managed it.

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.

Benefits

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

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position #549-550-1089-018  and the Job Control # JC-480916in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION for the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).

Job Tags

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