COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking an Assistant Chief / Incident Support Team to staff the SOC desk and coordinate cross‑agency responses during all‑hazard incidents. This role supports emergency operations in a fast‑paced, office‑based environment in Sacramento County.

Responsibilities include staffing the SOC desk, processing personnel and resource requests, and reporting on Fire and Rescue activities.

Qualifications

• COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES) required.

Responsibilities

• Staff the Emergency Services Function 4 desk in the SOC and coordinate task forces during responses.
• Respond to emergencies and disasters within California; report-out on Fire and Rescue activities.

Job description

Job Posting: Assistant Chief / Incident Support Team

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

JC-531036 - Assistant Chief / Incident Support Team COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES)

$9,257.00 - $11,942.00 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: 10/5/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Under the direction of the Fire and Rescue Chief and the State Operations Center (SOC) Director during activations, the Coordinator (Fire and Rescue) responds to emergencies and disasters within California. This position is responsible for staffing the Emergency Services Function 4 desk in the SOC. The Coordinator (Fire and Rescue) will be assigned to multiple all-hazard incidents, processing personnel and resource requests, preparing reports, assisting and coordinating task forces with various internal and external stakeholders during response operations. The incumbent will be required to report-out on Fire and Rescue activities.

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

Working Conditions

In Office: This position supports and manages the day-to-day business operations for Cal OES which is handled in an office location. This is not considered a hybrid telework position.

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531036

Position #(s): 163-350-8188-018

Working Title: Assistant Chief / Incident Support Team

Classification: COORDINATOR (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES)

$9,257.00 - $11,942.00

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: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, Fire and Rescue Division is responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of the California Fire Service and Rescue Emergency Mutual Aid Plan. The Plan is developed and updated under guidance and approval of the Fire and Rescue Service Advisory Committee/FIRESCOPE Board of Directors. The continued success of California’s unique and highly-effective Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System demands a maximum level of understanding and cooperation by all who use and support it.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Response Operations | California Governor's Office of emergency services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

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.

Background Investigation: Candidates are required to submit to a background investigation process, including but not limited to Live Scan fingerprinting to obtain Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigations clearances.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact: HR Unit - HH

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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: EEO Officer

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[e-mail]

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.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses and a standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS:

• The Statement of Qualifications shall be no more than two pages, single-sided, double-spaced, and written in 12-point Times New Roman font. Please include your first and last name and the Job Control (JC) number in the upper right-hand corner and you must include the SOQ questions in your response.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Please describe why you are interested in this position.
2. Please describe your background, education and/or training as it relates to the duty statement and desirable qualifications.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package

Exam & Additional Information

To obtain list eligibility please click on EXAM the link below:

Coordinator (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES) - EXAM-4024

Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025): Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025), which reduces employee pay in exchange for leave credits. The reduction amount and leave credits vary by bargaining unit. Salary range(s) listed do not reflect this temporary reduction.

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.