FORESTRY AIDE

Job Description and Duties FORESTRY AIDE - SANTA CRUZ DISTRICT / RESOURCES SECTOR / TWIN LAKES STATE PARK The reporting location for this position is Lifeguard Headquarters at Twin Lakes State Park in Santa Cruz. This position will work under the direction of the Crew Leads and/or Environmental Scientists. Forestry Aides are part of the Natural Resource crew and primarily perform manual labor in restoring, protecting and enhancing CA State Park's natural resources, often in remote locations away from roads and facilities. The majority of work involves vegetation management, including invasive plant removal by manual, mechanical, or chemical methods. As a crew member, employees will be trained to perform chainsaw work; including the felling, limbing and bucking of trees. Crew members will be wildland fire trained to participate in prescribed fire efforts including; pile burning, burn plot prep, and prescribed fires. Other special projects include: rare and endangered species protection, restoration planting, trail work, construction, and other habitat restoration projects. Crewmembers are expected to work safely and efficiently with minimal, or no supervision, and be prepared to assume leadership roles in the absence of the Crew Leader. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. 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. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Alberto Bonilla at 831-278-2314 or at . You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Incumbent will be expected to work outside in inclement weather conditions, hike up to 10 miles in steep terrain with packs up to 40 lbs. and have a willingness to work in locations with poison oak, ticks, and other environmental hazards. An ability to safely operate 4x4 vehicles on backcountry fire road and familiarity with flora and fauna of the California central coast or willingness to learn is also expected. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * FORESTRY AIDE Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-467577 Position #(s): 549-715-1060-901 Working Title: FORESTRY AIDE Classification: FORESTRY AIDE $3,653.00 - $4,517.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Santa Cruz County Telework: In Office Job Type: Non-Tenured, Intermittent Facility: Santa Cruz 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, official sealed 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.) 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: 3/6/2025 Who May Apply This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. 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: Department of Parks & Recreation Santa Cruz District Attn: Portia Halbert 303 Big Tree Park Road Felton, CA 95018 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Parks & Recreation Santa Cruz District Portia Halbert 303 Big Tree Park Road Felton, CA 95018 Monday - Friday, excluding 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 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: Alberto Bonilla (831) 278-2314 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 - EEO Office (916) 653-9990 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. Additional Instructions If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-715-1060-901 and the Job Control # JC-467577 in 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. 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.

Created: 2025-02-22