FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 77,361 - 100,406; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit programs (health, dental, vision)

Job summary

The State of California seeks a Forester I to provide administrative support and manage recreational programs at Jackson Demonstration State Forest. The role requires a valid California Registered Professional Forester License and involves maintaining recreation facilities, record keeping, and customer service. Candidates must complete CAL FIRE training and meet fitness requirements for potential emergency response work. The position offers a salary range of $6,932 - $8,997 per month, with medical and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Exercise a valid California Registered Professional Forester License and provide a copy prior to hiring.
• Complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy and Company Officer Academy training during probationary period.
• Medical clearance required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and oversee recreational activities within the forest.
• Manage visitor services and coordinate recreational programming.
• Assist in the maintenance of recreation facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Record keeping

Coordination

Fitness standard maintenance

Education

California Registered Professional Forester License

Tools

SCBA (Self-contained Breathing Apparatus)

Job description

Job Title

Forester I - Administration and Recreation

Department

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Job Code

JC-508722

Position Number

542-162-1054-013

Classification

FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

Salary Range

$6,932 - $8,997 per Month

Location

Jackson Demonstration State Forest, Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, California

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time (In Office)

Responsibilities

The incumbent provides administrative support and oversees recreational activities within the forest. Duties include managing visitor services, coordinating recreational programming, and assisting in the maintenance of recreation facilities. The role also involves record keeping, customer service, and collaboration with the fire protection team on forest management activities.

Working Conditions

The position requires work in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty for extended periods without a break. The incumbent may be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays in support of emergency incidents and may be exposed to psychologically stressful or physically demanding conditions consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response.

Minimum Requirements

• Exercise a valid California Registered Professional Forester License and provide a copy prior to hiring.
• Complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during the probationary period.

Special Requirements

• Medical clearance required prior to employment.
• Must wear respiratory protection equipment, including self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and undergo annual medical clearance for fit‑testing.
• Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with Department policy.

Benefits

Pay: $6,932 - $8,997 Base Salary (paid monthly) with an annual compensation of $83,184 – $107,892. Employees are eligible for medical benefit programs (health, dental, vision) and other pay differentials.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. The State has an objective of achieving a drug‑free workplace.