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LIFE AT CAL FIRE : More Than Frontline Firefighting

Explore our wide-ranging and rewarding career opportunities.

“Being an IT professional at CAL FIRE is a truly unique experience. We have the opportunity to travel the state and assist at the major incidents. It's incredibly rewarding.”

— Information Technology Specialist, Riverside Unit (RRU)

“I was able to transition my military skills to help people in moments of crisis.”

— Aviation Officer, Aviation Management Unit (AMU)

“Conservation research with CAL FIRE impacts the overall health of the forests that mean so much to so many of us.”

— Forestry Technician, Shasta-Trinity Unit (SHU)

Defensible Space Inspector

Hiring Seasonally
Multiple Counties
Salary: $38,832.00 - $48,012.00 Yearly

Deputy State Fire Marshal

Recruitment Begins Soon
Multiple Counties
Salary $80,328.00 – $113,700.00 Yearly

Forester

Now Hiring
Multiple Counties
Salary: $70,140.00 - $91,020.00 Yearly

Fire Prevention Specialist

Hiring Seasonally
Multiple Counties
Salary: $41,976.00 - $54,960.00 Yearly

Communications Operator

Recruitment Begins Soon
Multiple Counties
Salary: $48,000.00 - $74,796.00 Yearly

Seasonal Firefighter

Now Hiring
Multiple Counties
Salary $50,833.00 - $64,275.00 Yearly + EDWC

Applications are now being accepted for the following Open/Servicewide examinations. Applicants interested in testing for a servicewide classification may apply to take the examination with the state department listed, regardless of where the applicant currently works or wishes to obtain employment. Successful candidates from a servicewide eligible list will be available for hire by all participating state agencies.

Cut-Off Dates: Dates utilized when an examination bulletin is advertised as continuous-file (posted year-round). All applications submitted on or before the cut-off date are collected and evaluated against the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification. Applications submitted after the most recent cut-off date will be held and evaluated once the next cut-off date arrives.

Final Filing Date: Date utilized when an examination bulletin is advertised as limited-file and is posted/accepting applications for a limited period of time (typically 4-weeks). Candidates must apply on or before the final filing date in order to be considered for the examination. Late applications are not accepted or retained so candidates that miss the deadline must wait to apply during a future filing period.

Communications Operator

Cut-Off Date: 03/30/2025

Communications Supervisor - Communications Supervisor Fact Sheet
Cut-Off Date: 02/01/2025

Cook Specialist I
Cut-Off Date: 01/13/2025

Cook Specialist II
Cut-Off Date: 01/13/2025

Deputy State Fire Marshal
Final Filing Date: 12/02/2024

Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist)
Final Filing Date: 12/02/2024

Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Supervisor)
Final Filing Date: 12/02/2024

Direct Construction Supervisor I
Final Filling Date: 06/06/2025

Direct Construction Supervisor II
Final Filing Date: 06/06/2025

Director TV Communications Center (Supervisor)
Cut-Off Date: Until Filled

Fire Apparatus Engineer (Paramedic)
Cut-Off Date: 03/06/2025