EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FORESTERS LICENSING/DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California seeks an Assistant Executive Officer, Regulations and Licensing for the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection to oversee the Professional Forester’s Registration Program and help shape regulatory policy with cross‑agency collaboration, including licensing actions with CAL FIRE and stakeholders.

Based in Sacramento with hybrid telework, the role demands strong team leadership and project management; salary ranges $12,672–$14,118 monthly before PLP adjustments.

Qualifications

• Experience leading regulatory programs and licensing processes.
• Ability to supervise teams, manage projects, and mentor staff.
• Strong cross‑agency collaboration and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Professional Forester’s Registration Program and regulatory policy.
• Lead meetings, projects, and key initiatives; act as proxy for Executive Officer when needed.
• Coordinate licensing actions with CAL FIRE, other state agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Team management

Regulatory leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Posting: Assistant Executive Officer, Regulations and Licensing for the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-537539

Assistant Executive Officer, Regulations and Licensing for the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection
EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FORESTERS LICENSING/DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY

$12,672.00 - $14,118.00 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: 12/4/2026

Job Description and Duties

The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s (BOF/Board) Professional Forester’s Registration Program regulates the practice of professional forestry to protect the public interest and promote responsible forest resource management. It oversees the registration of Registered Professional Foresters (RPFs) and Certified Rangeland Managers (CRMs), including qualification requirements, examinations, license renewals, and disciplinary actions.

Under the administrative direction of the Executive Officer, Board of Forestry and Fire Protection (Executive Officer), the Assistant Executive Officer, Foresters Licensing (AEO) oversees the Professional Forester’s Registration Program and serves as the Board’s technical regulations leader. This includes team management, supervision, and mentoring/developing new staff. This also includes being a key leadership partner in running meetings, managing key projects and workflow, independently supporting the leadership of the Board, and serving as a proxy for the Executive Officer when needed, in coordination with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the California Natural Resources Agency, the Governor's Office, the Legislature, federal agencies, local governments, tribal governments, professional organizations, and other stakeholders.

Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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

Working Conditions

This position is located in the California Natural Resources Headquarters in downtown Sacramento, offering convenient access to I 5, the Capital City Freeway (I 80), and next to light rail station. The building features a fitness center, indoor bicycle and scooter storage, a variety of indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and a multi option food court.

Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

• EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FORESTERS LICENSING/DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-537539

Position #(s): 541-002-1238-001

Working Title: Assistant Executive Officer, Regulations and Licensing for the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection

Classification: EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FORESTERS LICENSING/DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY $12,672.00 - $14,118.00 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: Hybrid

Job Type: Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, 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 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!

Special Requirements

• This position may be designated as a Conflict of Interest position. The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) requires that employees in positions designated in CAL FIRE’s Conflict of Interest Code file a completed and signed Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) upon hire, and annually thereafter.
• All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.
• Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Alexandra La Plante
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

The Statement of Qualifications must be no more than three pages in length, single-spaced, size 12-point Arial font, submitted as a pdf document.

• What knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and/or education make you the most qualified candidate for this position? Be specific and provide at least 3 examples.

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.