Regional Forestry Assistance Specialist (FAS) FOR I

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-529770 Position #(s) 542-720-1054-035 Working Title Regional Forestry Assistance Specialist (FAS) FOR I Classification FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY) "$6,932.00 - $8,997.00" # of Positions 1 Work Location Sonoma County Telework In Office Job Type Permanent, Full Time 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 14,000 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 Candidates who previously applied for JC – 525117 do not need to re-apply again. Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information. Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registered Professional Forester’s License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. If using education to meet Minimum Qualifications, please provide a copy of degree and/or transcripts. This position requires Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) Clearance prior to the incumbent 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, CalOSHA 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. Duties involve field work requiring physical performance calling for above-average ability, endurance, and superior condition, including occasional demand for extraordinarily strenuous activities in emergencies, under adverse environmental conditions, and over exten ded periods of time; requires running, walking, difficult climbing, jumping, twisting, bending and lifting over 50 pounds; and the pace of work is typically set by the emergency situation. The minimum qualifications can be found in the FORESTER I classification specifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr