COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE in Willits, CA seeks an ECC Communications Supervisor - Computer Aided Dispatch Administrator (Unit ECC) to lead the communications team and ensure reliable dispatch operations.

This permanent, full-time role offers a salary of $5,819 to $8,012 per month and requires completing the standard background and medical clearances; final filing date is 9/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements listed in the Class Specification.

Job description

Job Posting: ECC Communications Supervisor - Computer Aided Dispatch Administrator (Unit ECC)

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-530658 -

JC-530658 - ECC Communications Supervisor - Computer Aided Dispatch Administrator (Unit ECC)
COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR

$5,819.00 - $8,012.00 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: 9/11/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact BattalionChief Leah Simmons-Davisby phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].
Theposition islocated in Willits, CA.

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

Working Conditions

Employee must be available to work day and/or night shifts or a combination of each on a rotational basis, including weekends and holidays. As well as to remain on duty and/or be called back to duty on short notice and for extended periods of time due to emergency activity, including holidays and weekends.
The examination for this classification is available and given by the Department of Parks and Recreation. To establish eligibility for the Communications Supervisor Classification, you may access the exam(s) by following the links below:
Communications Supervisor Exam Bulletin

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR

ECC Communications Supervisor - Computer Aided Dispatch Administrator (Unit ECC)

Classification:

COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR $5,819.00 - $8,012.00 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:

Telework:

In Office

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 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!

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.

Hire is contingent upon passing a background investigation and pre-employment medical evaluation prior to appointment.

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.