Defensible Space Property Sale Inspector

Defensible Space Property Sale Inspector

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

$4,148.00 - $5,379.00 per A

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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. 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.

• Job Code #: JC-503520
• Position #(s):
  
  -904
• Working Title:
  
  Defensible Space Property Sale Inspector
• Classification: FORESTRY TECHNICIAN
• Pay: $4,148.00 - $5,379.00 A
• # of Positions: 2
• Work Location:
  
  Sonoma County
• Telework:
  In Office
• Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
• Facility:
  Sonoma‑Lake‑Napa Unit

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. The organization has nearly 12,000 employees. The mission is to serve and safeguard people, protect property and resources of California.

These positions are located in Santa Rosa, CA.

For questions related to the duties of the position, contact Assistant Chief Michael Wink by phone at .

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

• The position requires medical clearance prior to being hired.
• Must successfully complete required training prior to emergency response.
• Must maintain the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with department policy.
• The incumbent must wear respiratory protection equipment, including self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Annual medical clearance for respiratory protection is required.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date of 1/16/2026.

Eligible individuals: current classification, lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority.

Applicants will be screened. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Submit application packages, including the Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and required documents, electronically through your Cal Career Account at , or by mailing hard copy.

Mailing address:

• Department of Forestry & Fire Protection (CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring)
• Attn:
  
  -904
• 135 Ridgway Avenue
• Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Drop‑off hours: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.

• State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 (or its electronic version).
• Resume.
• Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299).
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) – no more than two typed pages.
• Copy of front and back of valid driver license.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Government Administration

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request necessary accommodations. Contact the EEO contact listed on this posting.