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California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks an Analyst I to join the Human Resources team in Auburn, CA. This permanent, full-time role reports to the office full-time; telework is not offered.
Salary ranges from $3,861.00 to $6,276.00 per month, with New to State candidates hired at the minimum of the classification or alternate range when applicable. Final filing date is 10/12/2026.
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
JC-534170 -
JC-534170 - Analyst I - Human Resources
ANALYST I
$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 10/12/2026
For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact SupervisorI Megan Durand by phone at (530) 906-2149 or by email at megan.durand@fire.ca.gov .
The position is located in Auburn,CA.
The incumbent to this position will be required to report to the office full-time. Telework is not available.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
May require working offsite for training, which could include overnight travel.
Telework and hybrid schedules are not offered for this position.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ANALYST I $3,861.00 - $4,839.00A $4,181.00 - $5,233.00B $5,014.00 - $6,276.00C 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:
Placer County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
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. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!
May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties.
Must have the ability to think logically, multitask, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contracts; independently interpret and use reference material; communicate effectively; organize and prioritize workload; consult with mentor and supervisor on alternative actions for various transactions.
Ability to work under pressure is strongly desired.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Northern Region Hiring
(707) 576-2275
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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 767-8359
ReasonableAccommodations@fire.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.
Please include the position number 541-216-5157-003 on your STD 678.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
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.