ENGINEER,CIVIL

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring is seeking a Civil Engineer (ENGINEER,CIVIL) to join the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The position offers a permanent, full-time appointment with a monthly salary range of $6,488.00 to $12,152.00, depending on state pay rules and the candidate’s qualifications.

Final filing date is 9/11/2026. The job requires working in-office, travel within the state, and compliance with respiratory protection and Cal/OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements follow the Class Specification for ENGINEER,CIVIL.

Skills

Civil Engineer

Job description

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-530520 -

JC-530520 - Civil Engineer
ENGINEER,CIVIL

$6,488.00 - $12,152.00 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

Job Description and Duties

ContactAssistant Chief Andy Turnerat 559-326-6318 or email [e-mail] questions related to the duties of the position.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.

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

Working Conditions

The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). As such, Cal/OSHA requires that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit tested for respiratory protection equipment. Will be subject to working nights, weekends and holidays. Will be subject to travel throughout the State, at times overnight.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENGINEER,CIVIL

ENGINEER,CIVIL $6,488.00 - $12,152.00 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

Facility:

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring

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!

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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.

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
[phone]
[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.

Required Documentation

You must submit a completed State Application (STD. 678) [please include WORKING TITLE and POS# ], Resume, Transcripts (unofficial) and/or degree (if applicable)and Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299). The Authorization to Release Information form (PO 299) may be found at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9

Submit the required documents to the following address:
CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring
POS#: 541-401-3130-001
1234 E. Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 93710

Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered.

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.

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