Conservationist 1
Learn more about what it takes to join the CCC in the role of Conservationist 1, 2, or Supervisor.
What is a Conservationist 1?
A Conservationist 1 serves as the crew supervisor and project lead for the California Conservation Corps. Conservationist 1s are better known as C1s by staff and Corpsmembers.
C1s lead a crew of as many as 15 young adults. As crew lead, the C1 works with project sponsors to complete a variety of natural resource projects, trains Corpsmembers on how to properly and safely complete work, and serves as a personal and career mentor.
The C1 is an impactful position working hand-in-hand with the youth and making a difference in the environment. Corpsmembers reflect fondly of their C1s after they’ve left the program on a pathway to their own careers and education.
How to Qualify
The Conservationist 1 is a testing class that is open on a continuous basis and once this exam is taken, you may not retake it for 18 months.
If you answer yes, to the questions below, you could qualify for this position:
- Do you have a contractor’s license?
- Were you a Corpsmember Crew Leader for a year or more?
- Do you have experience as a Special Corpsmember for two years or more?
- Do you have a two-year degree or higher?
- Do you have one year of experience leading/supervising six or more people?
Conservationist 1s must also possess a valid Commercial Class C driver license with a Passenger Transport Vehicle special endorsement or equivalent. You may be eligible to take the exam prior to securing the license, but must obtain one before appointment to a C1 position.
Position Benefits
The C1 position is a great opportunity for those looking for meaningful work that positively impacts our communities and helps make California a better place for all.
In this role you will be able to start and grow your civil service career. You’ll get hands-on experience and training responding to emergency base camps, building trails, felling trees, fighting wildfires, or completing energy retrofits.
If you enjoy teaching, mentoring and working outdoors, becoming a C1 may be right for you! Where else can you get the hands-on experience of leading Corpsmembers as they work their way through challenges and growth opportunities both personally and professionally.
Salary Range
$40,488 to $67,536 annually
Overtime may be available and/or required in this position.
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Service as a Conservationist 1 will qualify you for promotional opportunities within the California Conservation Corps as a Conservationist 2 and Conservationist Supervisor.
Two years of experience as a Conservationist 1 meets the minimum qualifications for a promotion to Conservationist 2.
Three years of experience as a Conservationist 1 meets the minimum qualifications for a promotion to Conservationist Supervisor.