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State of California

Division Chief, Southeast Division/La Cima

State of California, Fresno, California, United States, 93650


Please see the attached duty statement for details on this position.

Contact Deputy Chief Jason Malneritch at (619) 590-3100 or by email at Jason.Malneritch@fire.ca.gov for questions related to the duties of the position.

Candidate may be selected by resume review.

This position is being filled Limited Term up to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Successfully completes required training as a condition of employment. Maintains the arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with Department Policy. The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). As such, Cal/OSHA requires the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit tested for respiratory protection equipment. May be subject to working nights, weekends or holidays. New appointments and transfers will require a two-year commitment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.ASSISTANT CHIEFAdditional Documents

Job Application Package ChecklistDuty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:JC-455871

Position #(s):542-332-1039-009

Working Title:Division Chief, Southeast Division/La Cima (D3304)

Classification:ASSISTANT CHIEF $8,615.00 - $11,146.00

# of Positions:1

Work Location:San Diego County

Telework:In Office

Job Type:12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Facility:San Diego Unit

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 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 RequirementsFELONY DISCLOSURE

Pursuant to California Penal Code 4571, any individual interested in seeking employment who may be required to work with inmates at a conservation camp must disclose of any prior felony status up front, so CAL FIRE/CDCR can provide informed consent to a former felon to be on the Conservation Camp/Prison grounds. Any person/employee that has been convicted of a Felony and not received written consent, is committing a Felony.

PREA INFORMATION

Positions located at a Camp or requiring the supervision of inmates requires compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act. Compliance is determined by completing a Live Scan prior to appointment and during the course of employment to verify the standards of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 115 Prison Rape Elimination Act National Standards are met.

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: 11/14/2024Who 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Forestry & Fire ProtectionCAL FIRE Southern Region HiringAttn: 542-332-1039-0091234 East Shaw Avenue

Fresno , CA 93710

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Forestry & Fire ProtectionCAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring542-332-1039-0091234 East Shaw Avenue

Fresno , CA 93710

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 -Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299): https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9

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.

Contact InformationThe Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Hiring Unit Contact:Kaitlynn Brandon(559) 243-4103

Please 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(916) 767-8359ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.govCalifornia Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Required Documentation:

You must submit a completed State Application (STD. 678) [please include WORKING TITLE and POS# ], Resume, and Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299).

Submit the required documents to the following address:

CAL FIRE Southern Region HiringPOS#: 542-332-1039-0091234 E. Shaw AveFresno, CA 93710

Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete an OPTIONAL Recruitment Questionnaire , located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.