FORESTRY AIDE

Job Posting

FORESTRY AIDE – CENTRAL VALLEY DISTRICT / RIVERS SECTOR / CASWELL MEMORIAL STATE PARK

Location: Caswell Memorial State Park, Ripon, CA
Position Code: JC-508311
Job Control #: -901
Salary: $21.60 - $26.71 per hour (minimum salary for new State candidates)

• Assist with invasive weed control, species monitoring and trapping.
• Participate in fuel reduction and controlled burn operations using chainsaws, brush cutters, and other equipment.
• Support contract crews and perform professional monitoring.
• Operate GIS/GPS systems and maps for field data collection.
• Maintain safety, critical thinking skills, and a positive attitude at all times.
• Work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months; position is not telework eligible.

• Valid Class C California Driver’s License (include license number, class, expiration date, endorsements or restrictions).
• Background investigation clearance via Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
• Ability to physically perform work outdoors under variable weather and hazardous conditions.

• Experience with GIS/GPS mapping and basic computer software for communication and record keeping.
• Knowledge of pesticides for invasive weed control.
• Experience in fuel reduction, controlled burns, or similar environmental work.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Complete the Application Package (STD 678, required documents, and any supporting evidence) and submit electronically through your Cal Career account at  For hard copy applications, mail to:

Department of Parks & Recreation
Central Valley District
Attn:
Mykel Lara
22708 Broadway, Columbia, CA

Drop‑off acceptance at the same address Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Final filing date: 3/3/2026.

Mykel Lara

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. All applicants will be evaluated on the basis of achievement, merit, business need, skill, ability, experience, and other factors that are job related and supported by objective, non‑discriminatory criteria.