Career Resources
Discover Your Future
Explore the different career opportunities available to you working for the California Conservation Corps.
We want to help you navigate the state civil service application and hiring process.
Below, you can learn the process from finding and applying for positions, to completing necessary steps and getting hired. Plus, you can review additional resources and connect with our Human Resources Talent Acquisition Team.
Learn The Process
The state application and hiring process can be a bit daunting the first time you go through it. The CCC believes this should not be a hurdle to bringing in motivated, inspired, hard-working talent.
We’re here to help you through the process, so first, we’ll walk you through the steps for those new to state service. Follow along the process by clicking on the icons for each step.
Additionally, we’ve provided all the necessary links you’ll need to know and follow below.
1) Create Account
First, you’ll need to have a CalCareers account. If you don’t yet have one, bookmark this page and then visit the CalCareers site to start that process. In order to apply and take exams, and then apply for positions, you must use the CalCareers platform.
Step 1 – Create Account
2) Find Exams
Now that you’re logged in to your Cal Careers account, it’s time to take the examination for the classifications you are interested in applying for. Exams or assessments can vary as some are timed and others are simple self assessments.
Be sure you’re ready to take the examination before beginning. Once you take the exam, you may not be able to re-take it quite some time.
Step 2 – Take Exams
3) Find Jobs
Now that you’ve taken the exam and are list eligible, it’s time to find the positions you’re interested in applying for. Be sure to read position postings thoroughly. Some applications require more than just the Standard 678 form, which is created as part of your CalCareers account.
Step 3 – Find Jobs
4) Apply
Your application is thoroughly up-to-date, you’ve prepared thoughtful responses to statement of qualification questions, and are ready to apply! Submit your packet via Cal Careers to the hiring manager.
Step 4 – Apply for Jobs
5) Application Review
Once all applications are reviewed by a hiring manager, the next phase of the hiring process begins. Depending on the position, that could include any of the following:
- A request to submit additional work examples or to demonstrate skills in a timed response
- Verification of licenses, college credits, or other information
- Scheduling of an in-person or online interview
Some positions may include all of the above, or move straight to the interview portion of the process. Interviews are conducted by panels of state employees. All candidates interviewed are graded on the same interview questions.
Step 5 – Connect with Hiring Manager
6) Hired
References have been checked, interviews have been completed, and now you’ve been given an informal offer of employment!
Once you accept an informal offer from the CCC, you’ll work with the hiring manager to set a start date for your new role. Start dates usually begin on the first day of a new month, if possible. Your hiring manager will go over first day expectations, reporting location, and more.
Step 6 – You’re Hired!
Quick Links
Connect With Us
Do you have questions about the state application process, how to take an exam, or which position in the CCC may be right for you?
Our Human Resources Talent Acquisition Team is available for one-on-one consultations to help you through your journey into a fulfilling and meaningful CCC state career.
Let us know how we can help you build your legacy in the CCC!
CNRA Career Center
California Conservation Corps is excited to take part in the first agency-wide collaborative physical career center. The career center is located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento at the brand new CNRA headquarters building.
The career center features individual workstations, a children’s play area, and invaluable resources including career, exam, and open vacancy information for participating CNRA departments. Job seekers are encouraged to take advantage of the free career services offered by the CCC and our CNRA partners. Services include:
- One-on-one career consultation
- Mock interviews
- Application and résumé review
- Tips for applying to state jobs
Walk-ins are welcome!
Days: Open every Tuesday and Thursday (except state holidays)
Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Address: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Review Additional Resources
Veterans’ Preference
Veterans’ Preference is an assistance program for military veterans, veteran widows and widowers, and spouses of 100-percent disabled veterans benefits who seek employment with the state.
Preference can be applied to a veteran’s eligibility for qualifying open and open, non-promotional examinations.
Limited Examination & Appointment Program (LEAP)
The California Conservation Corps encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us.
LEAP can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. LEAP is an alternative to the traditional testing process, and is a voluntary option for people with disabilities.
An applicant may choose to have dual eligibility meaning they take the traditional test and the LEAP test and can choose at the time of hire which method they would like to get hired.