Job Description
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection JC-518555 Senior Personnel Specialist SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST $5,663.00 - $7,097.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 5/26/2026 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Job Description and Duties Please see the attached duty statement for details on this position. Contact Supervisor I Ana Castaneda at 619-590-3100 or by email at Ana.Castaneda@fire.ca.gov for questions related to the duties of the position. Filling Limited Term for up to 24 months with the possibility of becoming Permanent. Candidate may be selected by resume review. Working Conditions May be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays in support of emergency incidents. Position Details Job Code #: JC-518555 Position #(s): 541-314-1317-006 Working Title: Senior Personnel Specialist Classification: SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST $5,663.00 - $7,097.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # 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! Application Instructions Completed 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: 5/26/2026 Who May Apply Individuals 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 Apply Complete 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 Protection CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring Attn: 541-314-1317-006 1234 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 Protection CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring 1234 East Shaw Avenue <