Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Supervisor)

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks a Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Supervisor) based in Sacramento County. This permanent, full-time role oversees supervision and field operations, with a focus on safety, inspections, and program implementation within CAL FIRE’s fire prevention framework.

New hires are placed at the minimum salary of the classification or the alternate range if applicable; the position requires background checks, health clearance, and

Qualifications

• Background investigation cleared prior to hire.
• Respiratory Protection Program clearance required before hire; annual medical clearance for fit-testing.
• Field work involves physical demands, including lifting over 25 pounds and exposure to emergencies.
• Salary ranges may reflect temporary salary reductions under PLP starting 2025.

Responsibilities

• Take and pass the examination and be on a current certified list.
• Eligible to transfer to other postings.
• Eligible to reinstate if applicable.
• Applicants will be screened and the most qualified will be selected through the State recruitment process.

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.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-534863
• Position #(s): 544-533-9010-003
• Working Title: Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Supervisor)
• Classification: DEPUTY STATE FIRE MARSHAL III (Supervisor)
• Salary: $8,907.00 - $12,189.00
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

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

Candidates who previously applied for JC -525974 do not need to re-apply again.

• Taken and passed the examination for this classification and be on a current certified list;
• Eligible to transfer;
• Eligible to reinstate.

Applicants that successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list. Obtaining list eligibility does not guarantee employment. Those interested in obtaining employment must apply and compete through the State recruitment process.

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

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.
• This position requires Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) Clearance prior to the incumbent being hired. The incumbent may be 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, California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CalOSHA) 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 tests. Duties involve field work requiring physical performance calling for above-average ability, endurance, and superior condition, including occasional demand for extraordinarily strenuous activities in emergencies, under adverse environmental conditions, and over extended periods of time; requires running, walking, difficult climbing, jumping, twisting, bending and lifting over 25 pounds; and the pace of work is typically set by the emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications can be found in the Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Supervisor) classification specifications.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).