Forester I (Non-Supervisory)

Overview Protect California's Forests Through Stewardship, Science, and Sustainable Forestry. Join CAL FIRE as a Forester I and help ensure California's forests remain healthy, resilient, and sustainably managed for future generations. In this dynamic field-based role, you'll inspect timber operations, review harvest plans, collaborate with forestry professionals and landowners, support environmental compliance, and help balance responsible resource management with environmental protection. If you're passionate about forestry, conservation, and making a lasting impact on California's landscapes, we invite you to grow your career with CAL FIRE. As a Forest Practice Inspector, you'll help ensure California's forests are managed responsibly by reviewing timber harvest plans, conducting field inspections, investigating potential violations, and working with landowners and forestry professionals to achieve compliance. Your work helps protect water quality, wildlife habitat, forest health, and the long-term sustainability of California's natural resources. Responsibilities Forester I: Inspect timber operations, review harvest plans, collaborate with forestry professionals and landowners, support environmental compliance, and help balance resource management with environmental protection. Forest Practice Inspector: Review timber harvest plans, conduct field inspections, investigate potential violations, and work with landowners and forestry professionals to achieve compliance. Contribute to protecting water quality, wildlife habitat, forest health, and the long-term sustainability of California's natural resources. Why CAL FIRE? CAL FIRE's forestry professionals play a critical role in protecting California's forests long before wildfire begins. Through sustainable forestry practices, environmental compliance, forest health initiatives, and resource management, our foresters help preserve the state's natural resources while supporting responsible land management and community resilience. Join a team dedicated to science-based decision-making, collaboration, and stewardship of California's working forests. Location Nestled in the heart of Northeastern California, Susanville offers unparalleled access to some of the state's most diverse forests, mountains, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Lassen-Modoc Unit encompasses expansive working forests, scenic public lands, and vibrant rural communities, making it an ideal location for forestry professionals seeking meaningful field experience while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, mountain biking, hunting, or simply exploring the outdoors, the region offers endless opportunities to connect with the landscapes you'll help protect. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)