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Job Description
STATE HISTORIAN II
Department of Parks & Recreation
JC-521626
•STATE
HISTORIAN II
STATE
HISTORIAN II
$6,680.00•$8,363.00 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:
7/6/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties
STATE HISTORIAN II
•DIABLO
RANGE DISTRICT / CULTURAL RESOURCES PROGRAM / DISTRICT OFFICE / LIVERMORE, CA
The reporting location for this position is Diablo Range District Office in Livermore. This position will work under the direction of the Supervisor, Cultural Resources Program. The Diablo Range District is looking for an energetic individual to join the Cultural Resources program to support the mission of preservation of California's cultural resources. The individual should have strong organizational skills, work ethic, and team orientation for a challenging position at the District. The Historian II will use their knowledge to survey historical resources within the district, provide guidance on management that meets the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, and help prepare documents to comply with state and federal regulations that apply to cultural resources. Training and Development Assignments may be considered. Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
STATE HISTORIAN I
will also be considered for recruitment purposes. This position is designated as telework eligible-office centered. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Amanda Blosser at (925) 925-2962 or at amanda.blosser@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 Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025).
PLP 2025
directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for
PLP 2025
leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of
PLP 2025
leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here. Working conditions include a combination of office work and outdoor work. Work outdoors in variable weather conditions including heat, rain, sleet, and snow. Work includes hiking up and down steep hills with field equipment. Work in hazardous situations (e.g., around fire, chemicals, etc). Work environment may have exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
$6,680.00•$8,363.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
STATE HISTORIAN I
$5,335.00•$6,682.00
# of
Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Alameda 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.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Willingness to travel throughout the State and work irregular hours. 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.
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.
