Field Forester II — Demonstration State Forest

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE in California is seeking a Forestry Assistant II at the Demonstration State Forest to support field operations, forestry work, and fire protection duties at LaTour Demonstration State Forest in Redding.

The position is permanent, full-time, located in Shasta County with in-office work arrangements. Candidates must obtain medical clearance, complete CAL FIRE academies during probation, and may be required to wear SCBA and perform arduous duties.

Qualifications

• Medical clearance required prior to hire.
• Respiratory protection equipment training and fitness testing required.
• Must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) during probation.
• Desirable: valid Driver License of appropriate class issued by DMV.

Responsibilities

• Duties governed by the Duty Statement for Forestry Assistant II.
• Work location at LaTour Demonstration State Forest, Redding, CA.
• Support firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response activities as assigned.

Job description

CAL FIRE in California is seeking a Forestry Assistant II at the Demonstration State Forest to support field operations, forestry work, and fire protection duties at LaTour Demonstration State Forest in Redding.

The position is permanent, full-time, located in Shasta County with in-office work arrangements. Candidates must obtain medical clearance, complete CAL FIRE academies during probation, and may be required to wear SCBA and perform arduous duties.