Region Environmental & Prescribed Fire Manager

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 110,450 - 143,327; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE in California is seeking a Region Environmental & Prescribed Fire Manager (Forester III) based in Shasta County. The position is permanent, full-time, in-office with the Northern Region facility. The role oversees environmental and prescribed fire program activities and requires a California Registered Professional Forester license.

Salary ranges from $9,897.00 to $12,843.00 monthly. New hires start at the minimum for the classification where applicable.

Qualifications

• California Registered Professional Forester license required.
• Ability to meet CAL FIRE training and certification requirements.
• Experience in environmental and prescribed fire management is preferred.

Education

California Registered Professional Forester License

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-526838

Position #(s): 542-101-1041-005

Working Title: Region Environmental & Prescribed Fire Manager

Classification: FORESTER III

$9,897.00 - $12,843.00

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: Shasta County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Northern Region

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!

Job Description And Duties

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Staff Chief Drew Coe by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].

This position is located in Redding, CA.

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

Special Requirements

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

Must complete CAL FIRE Fighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during probationary period as a condition of employment or show proof of completion.