Battalion Chief–Central Division Crews Programs and Relief

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

Job summary

CAL FIRE in California is seeking a Battalion Chief for Central Division Crews Programs and Relief, stationed in Nevada City, CA. This permanent, full-time role leads crews, manages program operations, and supports relief coverage across Nevada County.

The position carries a salary range of $6,882 to $8,930 per month, with in-office work and strict safety and fitness requirements. Applicants must pass background and medical clearances, hold a valid driver's license, and comply with Cal/OSHA

Qualifications

• Background investigation will be cleared prior to being hired.
• Medical clearance prior to being hired.
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the DMV.

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-537302

Position #(s): 542-216-9723-015

Working Title: Battalion Chief–Central Division Crews Programs and Relief

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.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Nevada County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Nevada-Yuba-Placer 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!

Job Description And Duties

For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Kevin McKeown, Division Chief - Central Division by phone at [phone] or email [e-mail]. This position is located in Nevada City, CA. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) possession of a valid driver's license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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.

Pursuant to California Penal Code 4571, any individual interested in seeking employment who may be required to work with inmates at a conservation camp must disclose of any prior felony status up front, so CAL FIRE/CDCR can provide informed consent to a former felon to be on the Conservation Camp/Prison grounds. Any person/employee that has been convicted of a Felony and not received written consent, is committing a Felony.

Positions located at a camp or requiring the supervision of inmates requires compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Compliance is determined by completing a Live Scan prior to appointment and while employed to verify the standards of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 115 Prison Rape Elimination Act National Standards are met.