Forest Practice Inspector

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Job Code #: JC-508408

Position #(s): -001

Working Title: Forest Practice Inspector

Classification: FORESTER I (NONSUPERVISORY)

Salary: $6,932.00 - $8,997.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Butte County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Butte Unit

Department: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

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. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

For questions related to the duties of the position, contact Forester II Dave Derby by phone at (530) 370‑5025 or by email at

This position is located in Chico, CA. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

• Medical clearance prior to being hired.
• Registered Professional Forester license in good standing; provide copy before hiring.
• Required to wear respiratory protection equipment (SCBA). Must be medically cleared annually per Cal/OSHA requirements.
• Must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during probationary period and maintain the Arduous Fitness Standard per department policy.

• Final filing date:
  Until filled.
• Who may apply:
  Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, SROA and/or surplus eligible. SROA and surplus candidates given priority.
• Applications screened; only most qualified selected.
• Must meet minimum qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How to apply:

• Complete Application Packages (STD 678 and required documents) submitted electronically via Cal Career or mailed to the address below.
• Mailing address:
  Department of Forestry & Fire Protection, CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring, Attn: BTU – Forester I, 135 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401.
• Drop‑off hours: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.
• Required documents:
  State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678), resume, Authorization to Release Information form (PO‑299), copy of California Registered Professional Forester License, front and back of Driver’s License.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process should request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling. Direct questions to the EEO contact listed.