Battalion Chief
About the Role
This position is located in Highland, CA. Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Job Description and Duties
Please see the attached duty statement for details on this position. Contact Division Chief Sean Landavazo at (909) 680-9526 or sean.landavazo@fire.ca.gov for questions related to the duties of the position.
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
- 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).
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): This form may be found at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9
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: 7/30/2026
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
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring
Attn: BDU 542-313-9723-605
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring
Attn: BDU 542-313-9723-605
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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!
Accommodations
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.