• Job Description

  Req#: 32434959763

  For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Forester III Chris Curtis by phone at (707) ###-#### or by email at ...@fire.ca.gov.

  This position is located in Bridgeville, CA.

  You will find additional information about the job in theDuty Statement.

  Working Conditions

  The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties.

  May be subject to working nights, weekends, and holidays.

  Minimum Requirements

  You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

  • FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

  Additional Documents

  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

  Position Details

  Job Code #:

  JC-476055

  Position #(s):

  542-###-####-014

  Working Title:

  Staff Forester

  Classification:

  FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

  $6,763.00 – $8,778.00

  # of Positions:

  1

  Work Location:

  Humboldt County

  Telework:

  In Office

  Job Type:

  Permanent, Full Time

  Facility:

  Humboldt-Del Norte Unit

  Department Information

  The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

  When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

  Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registered Professional Forester License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

  The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment (including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)). The use of such equipment may place a physiological burden on the incumbent that varies with the type of equipment used, the job and workplace conditions in which the equipment is used, and the medical status of the incumbent. As such, Cal/OSHA requires that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment. This clearance process consists of a comprehensive medical evaluation including a review of the incumbent's medical history, a complete physical examination, and vision, hearing, spirometry, and exercise treadmill test.

  Must possess a valid license as a Registered Professional Forester issued by the California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection prior to appointment.

  Must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during probationary period as a condition of employment and maintain the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with department policy.

  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: 5/19/2025Who 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 Forestry & Fire Protection

  CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring

  Attn: CAL FIRE – HUU Forester I

  135 Ridgway Avenue

  Santa Rosa, CA 95401

  Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

  You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

  Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

  CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring

  Attn: CAL FIRE – HUU Forester I

  135 Ridgway Avenue

  Santa Rosa, CA 95401

  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 required and must be included.
  • Other – Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299). This form may be found at:
  • Other – Copy of the front and back of your valid Driver's License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Other – Copy of the front and back of your valid Registered Professional Forester license.
  • Other – If using education to meet minimum qualifications, please provide a copy of your college transcripts indicating completion of a bachelor's degree specializing in forestry, range management, or a closely related natural resource field.

  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 valid Driver License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

  Benefits

  Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

  This classification is eligible for the following pay:

  $6763 – $8778 Base Salary (paid every month)

  $81,156 – $105,336 Annual Compensation

  In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

  Contact Information

  The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

  Hiring Unit Contact:
  Northern Region Hiring
  (707) ###-####

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