Forestry Field Specialist: Fire & Land Stewardship

County of Los Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Fire Department seeks candidates for Forestry Assistant duties, including directing field crews, conducting inspections, and educating the public at community events. The role supports forest management, plant propagation, and wildfire prevention through field projects and compliance activities.

Applicants must meet licensing requirements (California Class C license, B license with water tank, air brake, and passenger endorsements within one year), pass EMT-1 training, and be

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with specialization in forestry or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs field crews (Forestry Technicians, volunteers, and vendors) handling inspections, manual labor, and planting operations.
• Conducts enforcement inspections under supervision to monitor compliance with laws and regulations.
• Represents the department at community events and conducts field demonstrations to educate the public.
• Prepares forestry projects by evaluating conditions and selecting plant species for planting/removal to protect life, property, and environment.
• Evaluates regulatory compliance by reviewing inspection information and coordinating corrective actions.
• Develops GIS maps by collecting forestry data for landscape health assessments.
• Staffs the 24-hour Henninger Flats facility, giving guided tours and supporting education/conservation programs.
• Responds to 24-hour emergency incidents by providing logistics support.

Education

Graduation from an accredited college with specialization in forestry or a related field

Job description

Los Angeles County Fire Department seeks candidates for Forestry Assistant duties, including directing field crews, conducting inspections, and educating the public at community events. The role supports forest management, plant propagation, and wildfire prevention through field projects and compliance activities.

Applicants must meet licensing requirements (California Class C license, B license with water tank, air brake, and passenger endorsements within one year), pass EMT-1 training, and be