Assistant Personnel Officer - Talent Acquisition and Program Services

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California; Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks an Assistant Personnel Officer – Talent Acquisitions and Program Services in Yolo County. This permanent, full-time role combines leadership in examinations, workforce development, and recruitment to build a skilled, diverse, and mission-ready workforce.

The position emphasizes operational excellence, equity in hiring, and continuous improvement within state service.

Responsibilities

• Leads examinations and recruitment activities to ensure fair, equitable, and efficient hiring practices.
• Oversees statewide workforce development initiatives including Career Services, Outreach and Succession Management.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534304

Position #: 541-031-4802-003

Working Title: Assistant Personnel Officer - Talent Acquisition and Program Services

Classification: MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00

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: Yolo County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 14,000 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!

Job Description And Duties

CAL-FIRE’s Assistant Personnel Officer – Talent Acquisitions and Program Services (Examinations and Workforce Development) plays a vital leadership role in shaping a skilled, diverse, and mission ready workforce. This position supports the planning, development, and delivery of statewide workforce development initiatives including Examinations, Career Services and Outreach and Succession Management and oversees examination and recruitment activities that ensure fair, equitable, and efficient hiring practices. With a focus on continuous improvement, the Assistant Personnel Officer helps drive strategies that strengthen talent pipelines, enhance employee experience, and support long term organizational success. The ideal candidate is an adaptable leader who enjoys building systems, supporting people, and solving problems. They thrive in a fast paced environment, communicate with clarity and confidence, and bring a strong commitment to operational excellence and workforce equity. They have experience with examinations, job analysis and classification analysis, recruitment, workforce development programs and are ready to take the next step in people leadership.

Why CAL FIRE?

• Strong work-life balance with a consistent schedule
• State benefits including retirement, health, dental, and vision
• Opportunities for career growth and upward mobility within state service
• A mission-driven culture where your work supports communities across California
• A team environment that values reliability, professionalism, and support

Special Requirements

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

• Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the Manager II classification specifications.