Exam Bulletin - District Superintendent I

Department of Parks & Recreation

Exam Code: EX-1688

Examination Plans Included:

  • DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES - Open

Final Filing Date: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.

Classification Details

DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES: $10,338.00 - $14,145.00 per Month

View the DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES classification specification.

Application Instructions

This is not a timed examination. If you request a Reasonable Accommodation, your account will be locked and you will not be able to proceed with the examination until the request is processed.

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.

Who Should Apply:

The information below will help you determine which classification(s) is(are) appropriate for you. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin to compete in this examination.

Open and Open, Non-Promotional Examination(s):

  • DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES - Open

For all Classifications, once you have participated in any of the following examinations, you may not recompete for 9 months:

Exam Code(s):

    1688

For DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES, once you have participated in any of the following examinations, you may not recompete for 9 months:

Exam Code(s):

  • EX-01688

How To Apply:

Submit an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) to apply for this examination.

Electronic applications can be submitted through your account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

Special Testing Arrangements:

If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, indicate on your application that you need reasonable accommodation. You will be contacted by a representative of the testing department to make the necessary arrangements. If you have not been contacted by the time you receive notification of testing, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

If you are unable to submit your application or complete the test due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted to the examination.

Unless otherwise stated in the Minimum Qualifications, qualifying experience may be combined on a proportionate basis if the requirements stated below include more than one pattern and are distinguished as "Either" 1, "or" 2, "or" 3, etc. For example, applicants possessing qualifying experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 1 and additional experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 2 may be accepted to an examination as meeting 100% of the overall experience requirement.

00100969 - DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES

Possession of a valid driver license of the appropriate classification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. (Applicants who do not possess the license will be admitted to the examination, but they must produce evidence of the license before they can be considered eligible for appointment.), and

Education: Successful completion of two years (60 semester units) of study from a State accredited college or university of which a minimum of 21 semester units must be successfully completed satisfying the General Education Curriculum standards. Courses which meet this requirement include: Natural/Social Sciences, Language, Humanities, and Mathematics.

California state civil service experience used to meet the minimum qualifications does not require peace officer duties/status. And

Either 1

One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a classification with a level of responsibility not less than that of a State Park Superintendent III.

Or 2

Two years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a classification with a level of responsibility not less than that of a State Park Superintendent II.

Or 3

Experience: Five years of broad and extensive experience in the management or administration of a park, public recreational area, historical area, or a resource or recreation management organization. Two years of this experience must include management of multiple programs through subordinate supervisors, and

Education: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized four-year accredited college or university. (Additional qualifying experience as indicated in Pattern III may be substituted for up to two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.)

Position Description

00100969 - DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES

Positions in the series work as district superintendents. Incumbents direct the overall activities of a district which include: natural and cultural resource management and protection, visitor services, interpretation, aquatic programs, facilities maintenance, capital outlay engineering, landscaping, property management, historic properties preservation, concessions, equipment, and administration including budget preparation and review, revenue collection, employee development and performance evaluation, and employee discipline. Incumbents also oversee the public safety and law enforcement activity. Incumbents also work with cooperative associations and volunteer groups, community and allied public sector groups, and the media.

Positions in this classifications serve as superintendents of level IV districts. Supervision may include staff at the State Park Superintendent I, II, or III levels or other classifications at equivalent levels.

Special Personal Characteristics

Possess strong leadership and communication skills, aptitude and demonstrated interest in park and recreation work, philosophy, and principles; willingness to wear the prescribed uniform and conform to departmental personal appearance standards; willingness to work at various locations throughout the State; willingness to work on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays and during odd or irregular hours; aptitude for interpretive and public relations work; emotional maturity; dependability; punctuality; tact and diplomacy; poise and self- confidence; sensitivity to needs and attitudes of others; neatness and courtesy.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts/Science with specialization in Park Administration, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Law Enforcement, Business or other related field.

For information regarding position location(s), please refer to the Eligible List Information section.

Examination Information

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This examination consists of the following component(s):

Component OrderComponent TypeComponent DuePercentage of Final Score
1CalHR Online ExamN/A100%

A final score of 70% must be attained to be placed on the eligible list.

In addition to evaluating the applicant's relative knowledge, skill and ability as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education/experience, emphasis in each test component will be on measuring competitively, relative to job demands, each applicant's:

Knowledge of:
  1. Principles and practices of administering, interpreting, protecting, and maintaining State park districts
  2. Mission, goals, organization, policies, procedures, and rules of the Department of Parks and Recreation
  3. Principles and techniques of natural and cultural resource management and protection and enhancement of biological diversity
  4. Principles of public safety including: visitor management, law enforcement management, hazardous materials management, critical incident command, and aquatic safety
  5. Principles of business and fiscal management
  6. Budgeting and budget administration, grant development and administration, concessions management, revenue generation, auditing practices and procedures
  7. Principles of personnel management, supervision and leadership, labor relations, volunteer program management, Equal Employment Opportunity laws, occupational health and safety, employee development techniques
  8. Modern management methods including: data collection strategies, data analysis tools, problem solving, and long-range planning
  9. Principles of public administration, nonprofit organizational structure, political process, social and economic trends, intergovernmental planning processes, community and media relations techniques
  10. Principles of facilities maintenance, construction, repair, restoration, housekeeping, groundskeeping, equipment maintenance, water and waste water systems management, and preventive maintenance practices
  11. Methods of interpretation and education relative to natural, cultural, and recreational resources
  12. Real property management methods and procedures and land acquisition practices
Ability to:
  1. Lead and direct the operation of a level IV State park district
  2. Identify, develop and implement relevant programming and services to engage and provide access for underserved populations and non- traditional park visitors
  3. Organize, coordinate, plan, and supervise programs for visitor services, resource management and protection, administration, maintenance, interpretation and special services of park districts
  4. Develop and provide staff services and programs to support and monitor field activities
  5. Analyze situations, solve problems, and take effective action
  6. Define a clear link between actions, long-term goals, and department mission
  7. Ensure efficiency of work processes
  8. Determine and respond to changing needs and expectations
  9. Establish and maintain effective relations with community organizations, special interest groups, local State and Federal agencies, legislators, legislative staff, and the media
  10. Coordinate mutual aid operation with other agencies
  11. Build and maintain relationships across work groups
  12. Plan and facilitate effective teams and coalitions
  13. Work with a variety of persons and organizations having diverse issues, concerns, agendas, and values
  14. Provide leadership to public and private sector working groups to achieve workable solutions consistent with departmental goals
  15. Analyze and interpret data in decision making
  16. Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of processes
  17. Understand and utilize modern information systems
  18. Plan and implement personnel practices, motivate and support staff, plan and implement employee development and programs
  19. Effectively contribute to the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity programs

Eligible List Information

A Departmental Open eligible list for the DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT I, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERIES Classification will be established for:

  • Department of Parks & Recreation

The names of successful competitors will be merged onto the eligible list(s) in order of final score regardless of test date. Eligibility expires 12 months after it is established. Applicants must then retake the examination to reestablish eligibility.

Resulting Eligibility List(s) will be used to fill vacancies throughout the State of California.

Veterans' Preference will be granted for this examination. Veterans' Preference is an assistance program for veterans, veteran widows and widowers, and spouses of 100% disabled veterans who seek employment with the state. Veterans' Preference is also extended to currently serving military members nearing their retirement or separation date.

You are not eligible for Veteran's Preference if you are:

  • A veteran who has been dishonorably discharged or released.
  • A veteran, widow or widower of a veteran, or spouse of a 100 percent disabled veteran who currently has permanent civil service status. (Permanent civil service status is the status of an employee who is lawfully retained in his/her position after completion of the applicable probationary period. This does not include limited term).

Veterans' Preference is codified in Government Code Sections 18973 – 18979.

Veteran status is verified by the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Directions to apply for Veterans' Preference are on the Veterans' Preference Application (Std. Form 1093), which is available at www.CalCareers.ca.gov, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Career Credits are not granted for examination(s) administered on an Open basis or a Promotional basis.

District Superintendent I, Department of Parks and Recreation Training and Experience Examination Preview

Instructions:
Rate your experience performing specific job-related tasks.

Respond to each of the following statements by indicating how the statement applies to you. You are required to respond to every question and provide relevant examples. Also, indicate the references who can verify the information provided.

In responding to each statement, you may refer to your WORK EXPERIENCE, whether paid or volunteer, your EDUCATION, and/or FORMAL TRAINING COURSES you have completed.

PLEASE NOTE: This examination is designed to gain an overall assessment of your education, training, and experience as it directly relates to the duties and the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Possession of specific education is not required to be successful in this examination; however, such achievements may substitute for desirable levels of experience. All components of this examination have been carefully validated by tying them directly to job requirements and documenting their relevance to the position.

Tasks:
  1. Monitoring public information programs and interpretive processes/projects to ensure they are current and effective.
  2. Directing procedures involving the protection of the state’s natural, cultural, and historic resources.
  3. Managing public properties to ensure proper use of facilities, land, or resources in compliance with policy and law (e.g., California Environmental Quality Act [CEQA], National Environmental Policy Act [NEPA]).
  4. Directing staff at public resource or recreational areas to ensure delivery of services and compliance with applicable regulations.
  5. Developing collaborations with stakeholders (e.g., government, allied agencies, other organizations) to deliver park related services to the public.
  6. Monitoring budgets for public resources or recreational programs to ensure available funds comply with organizational needs.
  7. Implementing revenue enhancement/generation opportunities (e.g., fee enhancements, staff and facility improvements, special events, contracts, operating agreements) for a public resource or recreational program.
  8. Monitoring organizational operations in core program areas (e.g., safety and enforcement, maintenance, interpretation, resource protection and management, administration, recreation) to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations (e.g., Endangered Species Management, Incident Command).
  9. Planning and conducting staff and public meetings to inform stakeholders (e.g., staff, the public) of ongoing and newly established processes (e.g., policies, training opportunities, operational procedures).
  10. Reviewing and approving contracts that specify requirements for goods, services, and public works for a public resource or recreational program.

Testing Departments

  • Department of Parks & Recreation

Contact Information

Technical questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

California Department of Human Resources
CalCareer Service Center
1810 16th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
Phone: (866) 844-8671
CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov

Administrative questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

Department of Parks and Recreation
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
Phone: (916) 902-8674

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.

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.

Drug Free Statement

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free State 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.

General Information

Examination and/or Employment Application (STD 678) forms are available at the California Department of Human Resources, local offices of the Employment Development Department, and through your CalCareer Account (www.CalCareers.ca.gov).

If you meet the requirements stated on this examination bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described in this bulletin will be rated against a predetermined job-related rating, and all applicants who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

Department of Parks & Recreation reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all applicants will be notified.

General Qualifications: Applicants must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. A medical examination may be required. In open examinations, investigation may be made of employment records and personal history and fingerprinting may be required.

Eligible Lists: Eligible lists established by competitive examination, regardless of date, must be used in the following order: 1) sub-divisional promotional, 2) departmental promotional, 3) multi-departmental promotional, 4) service-wide promotional, 5) departmental open, 6) open. When there are two lists of the same kind, the older must be used first. Eligible lists will expire in one to four years unless otherwise stated on the bulletin.

High School Equivalence: Equivalence to completion of the 12th grade may be demonstrated in any one of the following ways: 1) passing the General Education Development (GED) Test; 2) completion of 12 semester units of college-level work; 3) certification from the State Department of Education, a local school board, or high school authorities that the competitor is considered to have education equivalent to graduation from high school; or 4) for clerical and accounting classes, substitution of business college work in place of high school on a year-for-year basis.

Accepted applicants must provide proof of identification at each in-person test session. Acceptable identification consists of a photo identification card or two forms of signed identification.
Application Methods:
Electronic (Your CalCareer Account)