Project Specialist (Temporary), Greater Valley Conservation Corps, County Operated Schools and Programs at San Joaquin County Office of Education
About the Employer
Educate, Innovate and Inspire! San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees. SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most at-risk students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Greater Valley Conservation Corps Director, and the GVCC Program Manager, the Project Specialist is responsible for supervision within GVCC’s Natural Resource Division. The Project Specialist will lead, direct, and oversee corpsmembers and staff within the natural resource division, including but not limited to habitat restoration, fire fuel loads reduction, deconstruction, lite construction, landscape maintenance and design, urban forestry and trail-building and other projects as assigned. The Project Specialist will make significant contributions to providing a positive work environment that values diversity and fosters a commitment to teamwork and learning. Additional responsibilities include facilitating corpsmembers personal and professional development; providing training including tool use, teamwork, leadership skills, and work place communication; developing proper work habits; providing quarterly evaluations; taking action to resolve inappropriate behavior and personnel issues; documenting performance evaluating staff and learning accomplishments; conducting projects in a safe manner; producing a level of productivity and quality that meets the expectations of Greater Valley Conservation Corps. and clients; ensuring all equipment is properly cared for and oversight of safety trainings and scheduling; tracking work hours on a daily basis; and documenting project accomplishments. The Project Specialist will review plans, bid on projects, assure project completion, schedule, and provide project oversight and assistance with other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Must be able to work weekends and have the flexibility to work various work shifts. Previous experience in natural resource management, environmental studies, and/or vocational training. Experience in using a variety of hand and power tools.
You must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: a formal letter of interest, resume, and a professional letter of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-9125. Please be sure to check your email periodically for updates on your application.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Must be able to work weekends and have the flexibility to work various work shifts. Previous experience in natural resource management, environmental studies, and/or vocational training. Experience in using a variety of hand and power tools.
You must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: a formal letter of interest, resume, and a professional letter of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-9125. Please be sure to check your email periodically for updates on your application.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment:
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment:
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/28/2026
Contact
Brianna Arellano
209-468-9125
209-468-9125
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Single Rate
$33.00 per hour Per Hour
$33.00 per hour Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Greater Valley Conservation Corps Temporary Hourly 2 Salary Schedule:
Length of Work Year
TBD
Employment Type
Full Time, Part Time
Location
Greater Valley Conservation Corps, 2040 East Fremont Street, Stockton, CA 95205
Department
Greater Valley Conservation Corps/County Operated Schools and Programs