General & Recreation Planning Supervisor Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-529985

•General & Recreation Planning Supervisor

STAFF PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$7,498.00•$9,317.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/8/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

STAFF PARK & RECREATION SPECIALIST

•STRATEGIC

PLANNING & RECREATION SERVICES DIVISION / GENERAL & RECREATION PLANNING / SACRAMENTO

The reporting location is 715 P Street, Sacramento, 95814. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Senior Park and Recreation Specialist. The position oversees personnel and the Division's efforts in the development and implementation of general and recreation plans, programs, and projects. This position will lead and supervise a small group of Associate and Park and Recreation Specialists and other staff working as a unit, and personally perform the most difficult and highly sensitive work assigned to the unit. The position will oversee staff and participate in the following duties: The team is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of a wide range of statewide visitor use and recreation studies, statistical reports, feasibility studies, assessments, master plans, and similar planning documents to meet the long-range strategic needs of the State Park System and the Statewide Park and recreation delivery system. The team manages a wide range of State Park planning documents such as Classification reports, Cornerstone documents, general plans, management plans and project-specific plans that guide many aspects of State Park System units' management. The Division often leads public campaigns and statewide initiatives, which requires coordination with other Department staff, agencies, and partners. The position will help coordinate and manage related public engagement outreach tools (online platforms, websites, email), meetings, workshops, site visits, and data integration; and produce internal, legislative, and public reports. The position may oversee the development and coordination of technical assistance materials for local government park and recreation agencies, including surveys, written materials, and participation in workshops, forums, conferences, and training sessions. They may develop and update Department policy and guidance documents, implement priority planning actions, and develop decision support tools for Department executive staff. Duties may also include data collection and management, contracts, budgets, project scoping, project management, public speaking, and occasional travel. Training and Development Assignments may be considered. This position requires a class C equivalent driver's license. This position is designated as telework eligible-office centered. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Katie Metraux at (916) 708-3485 or at Katie.

Metraux@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. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

STAFF PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-529985

Position #(s): 549-336-1088-003

Working Title:

General & Recreation Planning Supervisor

Classification:

STAFF PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$7,498.00•$9,317.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time 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:

http://www.parks.ca.gov 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. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that describes your experience as it relates to this position/. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview. 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.)

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. 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:

9/8/2026