FORESTRY AIDE

State of California; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking temporary Defensible Space Inspectors for CAL FIRE. In this role, you will perform defensible space inspections and provide fire prevention information statewide. Ideal candidates will have completed at least 12 semester units in forestry or a related field and possess public interaction skills. Physical endurance is essential due to fieldwork demands. This position promotes awareness among communities about reducing wildfire risks.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 12 semester units in forestry, fire science, or related field.
• Three months experiencing related to forestry or fire prevention.

Responsibilities

• Perform defensible space inspections statewide.
• Increase public awareness on fire prevention.

Skills

Public interaction

Fire prevention knowledge

Physical endurance

Education

Completion of at least 12 semester units or 18 quarter units in forestry or fire science

Job description

Job Description and Duties

CAL FIRE is recruiting approximately 150 temporary Defensible Space Inspector (Forestry Aide) positions statewide. Primary duties include performing defensible space inspections and interacting with the public to provide fire prevention information. All appointments are temporary and will not become permanent.

Annual responsibilities include:

• Perform defensible space inspections in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 4291.
• Increase awareness, knowledge and actions implemented by individuals and communities to reduce human loss and property damage from wildfires.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Completion of at least 12 semester units or 18 quarter units from a recognized accredited college or university in forestry or fire science, natural resource management, conservation, or a closely related subject.
• Experience: Three (3) months of experience with public or private entities performing sub-professional work in forestry, fire prevention, fire suppression and control, natural resource management, or other related work.

Working Conditions

Incumbents are required to wear respiratory protection equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). They must be annually medically cleared to be fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment. Duties involve fieldwork requiring above-average physical endurance and the ability to run, walk, climb, jump, twist, bend, lift over 25 pounds, and work under adverse environmental conditions.

Desirable Qualifications

California Driver's License is desired but not required.

Benefits

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

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, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. 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.