FORESTRY ASSISTANT II

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

Job summary

CAL FIRE is seeking a Forestry Assistant II for the Napa County unit. The position supports firefighting, disaster response and emergency medical response in the Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit, located in St. Helena. The role requires medical clearance and professional readiness for rugged environments.

Salary ranges from $5,448 to $7,067 per month, with in-office telework and permanent full-time status. Final filing date is 10/08/2026 and applicants should reference JC-533577.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: FORESTRY ASSISTANT II.

Skills

FORESTRY ASSISTANT II

Job description

Job Posting: Forestry Assistant II - VMP

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-533577 - Forestry Assistant II - VMP - FORESTRY ASSISTANT II

$5,448.00 - $7,067.00 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: 10/8/2026

Job Description and Duties

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Deputy Chief Ryan Isham by phone at [phone]. This position is located in St. Helena.

Working Conditions

The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties. May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties and in support of emergency incidents.

Minimum Requirements

• FORESTRY ASSISTANT II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533577

Position #(s): 542-114-1093-003

Working Title: Forestry Assistant II - VMP

Classification: FORESTRY ASSISTANT II $5,448.00 - $7,067.00 A 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: Napa County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Sonoma-Lake-Napa 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. 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

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

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 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 tests.

Must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during probationary period as a condition of employment. Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with Department policy.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Possession of a valid Driver License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles is desirable.

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: aaron verbeckmoes

[phone]

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.

Bargaining Unit 8 Considerations

The Bargaining Unit 8 (BU 8) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding Voluntary In-Class Transfer Policy (Inter-Unit) (Section 9.2) will be followed. The department may require two (2) years of service in the employee's current assignment starting on the date of appointment before eligibility for transfer.

Additional Information

Please include the position number 542-114-1093-003 on your STD 678.

Candidate may be selected by resume review.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

How To Get A State Job

Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.

Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs. To Get A State Job

Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility. Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.

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.