BATTALION CHIEF

Battalion ChiefDepartment of Forestry & Fire Protection$6,882.00 - $8,930.00 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: 11/8/2026Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Print Job Save JobJob Description and DutiesFor questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Assistant Chief Tim Richter by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. This position is located in Truckee, CA. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsThe 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 required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Battalion ChiefPosition DetailsJob Code #: JC-536654Position #(s): 542-216-9723-003Working Title: Battalion ChiefClassification: Battalion Chief# of Positions: 1Work Location: Nevada CountyTelework: In OfficeJob Type: Permanent, Full TimeFacility: Nevada-Yuba-Placer UnitDepartment InformationThe 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. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!Special RequirementsThe 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 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. Possession of a valid driver's license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles is required.Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date: 11/8/2026Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To ApplyComplete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring Attn: 542-216-9723-003 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring Attn: 542-216-9723-003 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is required and must be included.Other - Completed Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299). This form may be found here: Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299)Other - Copy of the front and back of your valid driver's license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.This classification is eligible for the following pay:$6882 - $8930 Base Salary (paid every month)$2281 - $3035 Extended Duty Week Compensation (paid every 4 weeks)$112,237 – $146,615 Annual CompensationIn addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Human Resources Contact: Northern Region Hiring (707) 576-2275Please 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.Bargaining Unit 8 ConsiderationsThe Bargaining Unit 8 Memorandum of Understanding regarding Voluntary In-Class Transfer Policy (Inter-Unit) (Section 9.2) will be followed. The department may require