Forest Practice Inspector

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE’s Siskiyou Unit seeks a Forest Practice Inspector for a permanent, full‑time role in Siskiyou County. The inspector will perform field assessments to enforce forestry standards, protect natural resources, and support regulatory compliance.

Applicants must hold a Registered Professional Forester license, obtain medical clearance, and complete CAL FIRE academies during probation. The position is based in-office with responsibilities that support agency mission and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Medical Clearance prior to hire.
• Must hold a Registered Professional Forester License and provide a copy prior to hire.
• Incumbent must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) during probation.

Skills

Medical clearance

Respiratory protection

Education

Registered Professional Forester License

Tools

SCBA usage

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531325

Position #(s): 542-214-1054-003

Working Title: Forest Practice Inspector

Classification: FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

$6,932.00 - $8,997.00

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: Siskiyou County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Siskiyou Unit

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. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Job Description And Duties

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Forester II Jeremy Ravenscroft by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].

This position is located in Yreka.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registered Professional Forester License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Incumbent must succesfully complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) during probationary period as a condition of employment.

Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with department policy.

The incumbent is 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, Cal/OSHA 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 test.