Job Description

Job Description and Duties

STAFF PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST – PARK OPERATIONS / DISTRICT FACILITIES MANAGEMENT / STATEWIDE PROGRAM SUPPORT CENTER

The reporting location for this position is at the Statewide Program Support Center in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the direction of Staff Services Manager III.  

Are you passionate about sustainability, energy efficiency, and making a tangible impact on California's natural and built environment? Do you enjoy turning policy into action and helping others do the same? The California Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking an experienced and motivated Energy and Sustainability Coordinator to lead key statewide initiatives that support energy conservation, water efficiency, electric vehicle infrastructure, and compliance with statewide climate goals. The position is based at McClellan Park in Sacramento and includes free parking and telework flexibility.

What will you do? Manage the Departments ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking program; Coordinate monthly energy and water data collection across all park Districts; Lead the Department's annual CRIS greenhouse gas reporting; Represent DPR in interagency work with the Department of General Services (DGS) and other statewide partners; Drive the development of energy efficiency and EV infrastructure projects; Provide guidance and tools to help Districts meet sustainability goals; Translate state mandates and executive orders into real, measurable progress.

Why join us? Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to sustainability and climate resilience across California State Parks; Statewide Reach: Influence how energy and water are managed in 280+ park units; Collaborative Environment: Work closely with internal and external partners across California; Work-Life Balance; Telework eligible, office-based at McClellan - with free parking; Impact you can see: your leadership will help shape California State Parks' green future!

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is designated as telework eligible-remote centered.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Debbie Morse at (916) 804-4907 or at debbie.morse@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

This is primarily an office-centered position with occasional statewide travel. Work may include site visits to park units and operational facilities for data verification, project scoping, and interagency coordination.

Special Requirements

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 # 549-802-1088-003 and the Job Control # JC-497804 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.

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,

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