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STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER/ LIFEGUARD ) - BU7 MOU / MASS COB INTER-DISTRICT TRANSFER
Open to Department of Parks & Recreation Rank and File officers currently in the classifications and eligible for transfer. N on-SPPO applicants may click here for consideration.
Below, in the section titled "Required Application Documents", download the PDF file named "Position Selection Ballot". Follow the directions below or on page one of the Ballot.
To complete the Position Selection Ballot, identify your selections by number in the order of highest interest, with 1 being most desirable. In order of seniority, the most desirable available selection will be offered to each eligibile candidate. Only identify the positions you are interested in. See page one of Position Selection Ballot for sample. This document must be included with the application package in CalCareers or the mail-in application package to be accepted.
Direct all questions or requests, including those related to specific duty statements or housing, to the contact listed on the Position Selection Ballot.
Per Bargaining Unit 7 MOU, the department shall select the applicant with the most seniority. Seniority shall be defined as badged time in SPPO (Ranger/Lifeguard) classifications. Employees who are subject to corrective action such as, but not limited to, counseling, interim reporting, or adverse action, may not be eligible for geographic transfer. Applicants must be available for contact for offering of the position after one (1) week after the final filing date. The senior candidate will have forty-eight (48) hours from the time and date of the offer to accept the position. If not accepted during that time, the next senior candidate will be offered the position.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER)
• STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (LIFEGUARD)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-529049
Position #(s):
548-000-0983-XXX
Working Title:
MASS COB - SPPO (RANGER) / (LIFEGUARD)
Classification:
STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER) $5,563.00 - $7,365.00 A
$6,339.00 - $8,802.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (LIFEGUARD)
$5,563.00 - $7,365.00 A
$6,339.00 - $8,802.00 B
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
In Office
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.
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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) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

***This is a Peace Officer Position. To be eligible, you must meet the minimum qualifications established by the Department of Human Resources AND either be currently eligible, or eligible for reinstatement, as a PC 830.2, California State Peace Officer. For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department Link listed below before calling or emailing the listed contact.***
Department Link: Join California State Parks
In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Bargaining Unit 07, this position is subject to the Intra-District and Inter-District transfer process which gives first priority to current Departmental peace officers. All other appointment types cannot be considered unless the internal transfer process does not result in a hire. This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
D O 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.)
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: 9/15/2026
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:
Department of Parks & Recreation
Administrative Services Division
Attn: Classification & Hiring / POSU
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento , CA 94296-0001
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Parks & Recreation
Administrative Services Division
Classification & Hiring / POSU
715 P Street
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other - This document must be included with the application package in CalCareers or the mail-in application package to be accepted - Position Selection Ballot

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
SEE BALLOT
(000) -
SPPOHiring@parks.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Instructions
If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Job Control # JC-529049 in the "Examination or Job Title for which you are applying" section on the STD. 678.
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.