The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California’s fire department and resource management agency. They are seeking a Forest and Range Ecologist who will be responsible for conducting ecological assessments and providing expertise in environmental science to support resource management efforts.
Skills
- Possession of a bachelor's or advanced degree with a major in a biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, soil science, water science, hydrology, agronomy, natural resource science, environmental or public health, physical geography, or a closely related scientific discipline
- Admission to a masters or doctoral degree program in a biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, soil science, water science, hydrology, agronomy, natural resource science, environmental or public health, physical geography, or a closely related scientific discipline shall be considered to meet these education qualifications
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired
- All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete
- Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment
- Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered
- 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
- Resume is required and must be included
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- A Supplemental Questionnaire is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position
Company Overview
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. It was founded in 1855, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.fire.ca.gov/.