What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Servant position at California Conservation Corps?
Job Description and Duties
POSITION MAY BE EXTENDED OR BECOME PERMANENT
Under the guidance of the Supervising Cook, the Cook Specialist provides supervision, guidance, and direction to Corpsmembers in an institutional/commercial kitchen setting to maintain general order and discipline, while promoting Corpsmember self-discipline and an awareness of others. Trains Corpsmembers in the basics of meal preparation and service as well as cleaning and sanitation of the kitchen and dining hall. Ensures proper management and control of the kitchen and dining hall area to encourage and maintain clean living conditions including monitoring the facilities food service and cleanup schedule. May be responsible for CCC facilities on the weekend.
Working Conditions
Duties will be performed at the CCC Ukiah Center located at, 2600 Old River Road Ukiah, CA.
Desk space and computer access is afforded within the Kitchen Office. The Cook Specialist may be called upon to make trips to local stores and food vendors. The trips are usually within the County but may sometimes require planned trips out of the area.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-449988
Position #(s): 533-715-2184-XXX
Working Title: Cook Specialist II
Classification: COOK SPECIALIST II
$4,116.00 - $5,054.00 A
Shall Consider:
COOK SPECIALIST I
$3,688.00 - $4,520.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Mendocino County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
The CCC is a dynamic organization committed to developing young adults by challenging them to complete a year of public service and conservation-related work. Employees of the CCC are leaders who inspire, educate and challenge young people to further their educational and professional goals.
If you are looking to work for a state department that demands excellence, inspires staff to do their best and protects and enhances the state’s environment, we invite you to apply for a position with the California Conservation Corps, the finest youth Environmental Restoration, Education, Workforce Development program in the world.
Department Website: http://www.ccc.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- Medical Exam – a medical clearance examination is required for this classification.
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: 3/13/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:
CA Conservation Corps
Hiring Desk Analyst
Attn: Hiring Desk
1719 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
CA Conservation Corps
Hiring Desk Analyst
Hiring Desk
1719 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Sympathetic understanding of and willingness to work with young adults; supervisory ability; personal cleanliness; good sense of smell and taste. A desire to make a significant, positive difference in the lives of the youth of the State. A strong sense of the values of integrity, honor, loyalty, and professionalism. Exhibit strength in character; respect the chain of command; possess unquestionable ethics
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Eligibility Information
- List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for classification Cook Specialist II or Cook Specialist I.
- Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Training and Development (T&D) Assignment - State employees in a permanent appointment; and no longer on probation, may be considered for a T&D assignment.
Non-Electronic Submissions
If applying by mail or in person, please indicate RPA #22.23-0239 / JC 449988 in the job title section of your State application.
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.
Salary : $4,116 - $5,054
