Battalion Chief - Case Manager

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE seeks a Battalion Chief - Case Manager to join its Northern Region operations in Shasta County. This permanent, full-time role will operate in-office with responsibilities centered on leadership of case management within the fire protection and resource management framework.

The position is located in California and requires adherence to state firefighting and public safety standards. The incumbent will work within CAL FIRE’s mission to safeguard California’s people, property, and

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-528960
• Position #(s): 542-101-9723-007
• Working Title: Battalion Chief - Case Manager
• Classification: BATTALION CHIEF
• $6,882.00 - $8,930.00
• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• Number of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Shasta County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: Northern Region

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. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Department Website: www.fire.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Assistant Chief of Investigations Douglas Mackey by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].

This position is located in Redding, CA.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance 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.

Possession of a valid Driver License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles is required.

Must have successfully completed Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification and maintain status as a Department Public Officer prior to appointment as a condition of employment.