Academy Director

STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT II/ ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION / TRAINING SECTION / BUTTE COLLEGE


***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.

If you are not a current peace officer and in possession of a POST - Academy, Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Certificate, you are not eligible for this position.

For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department Link listed below before calling or emailing the listed contact.***

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The California Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a motivated and experienced law enforcement professional to serve as Academy Director for the State Park Peace Officer Cadet Academy. This is a senior leadership position within the HQ Training Section classified as State Park Superintendent II, located in Oroville, California..


Under the general direction of the Training Section Chief, the Academy Director is responsible for the full oversight, administration, and management of the SPPO Cadet Academy and the Department's Field Training Program. The incumbent will direct all aspects of academy operations, including curriculum sequencing, instructional methods, testing, remediation, staff hiring and performance evaluation, discipline, and budget management. The position also serves as the Department's Field Training Administrator, providing statewide oversight of FTP standards, Field Training Officer selection and evaluation, and trainee progress and assignment management.


The Academy Director acts as DPR's primary peace officer liaison to the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, maintaining all POST records and ensuring the Department's law enforcement training program remains fully certified and compliant. The incumbent provides subject matter expertise on peace officer topics to the Training Section Chief and department leadership and serves as a training specialist for DPR-sponsored Field Training Officer, FTO Refresher/Update, and Field Training Supervisor courses. The position also requires maintaining peace officer proficiency and availability to perform law enforcement duties as needed, including patrol, investigations, emergency response, and incident command.


State housing is not available


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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 Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Indoors in an administrative office or classroom setting including prolonged sitting at a desk, using computers, and overseeing operations. Monitoring and instructing cadets in all weather conditions, both day and night, with prolonged hours standing, walking, or speaking. Driving an assigned patrol vehicle to include statewide travel and response capability. Occasional heavy lifting, squatting, carrying, etc. commensurate with a peace officer position.

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 .


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

• STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-524150


Position #(s):
548-068-0978-002

Working Title:
Academy Director


Classification:
STATE PARK SUPERINTENDENT II $8,106.00 - $11,376.00
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:
Butte County


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.


Department Website:


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 Certificate License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

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 .


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/Duty Statement. 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.


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: 7/25/2026
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 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: Class & Hiring
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
Class & 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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please See Special Requirements

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.


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:

• Possession of a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Supervisory Certificate is desirable
• Strong organizational, mathematical, analytical, and research skills
• Familiar with State of California business, contracting, and procurement policies and procedures
• Demonstrated understanding and application of Completed Staff Work
• General knowledge of scheduling and coordination of meetings and events
• General knowledge of the Financial Information System for California (Fi$Cal)
• Ability to analyze data, draw sound conclusions, and make recommendations
• Ability to prepare or present clear, comprehensive, and concise communication or reports
• Ability to perform well under pressure, stay organized, and establish workload priorities
• Ability to work both independently, and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint

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:
Hiring Unit Contact:
Jason Smith
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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
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Additional Instructions


If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 548-068-0978-001 and the Job Control # JC-524150 in the "Examination or Job Title for which you are applying" section on the STD. 678.


Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.


Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.



List Eligibility


To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility - Successfully complete the civil service exam for State Park Superintendent II. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

• 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).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.


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.