BATTALION CHIEF – FIRE CONTROL COORDINATOR

The 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.

About the role

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 14,000 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—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. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding, challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating fire control operations within assigned jurisdiction.
• Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Manages incident response teams and resources.
• Develops and implements strategies to prevent wildfires.
• Coordinates with local, state, and federal agencies during emergencies.
• Oversees the training and development of firefighters.
• Monitors weather conditions and prepares for potential disasters.

Requirements

• Valid California Drivers License (CDL).
• Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) Clearance.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including running, walking, difficult climbing, jumping, twisting, bending, and lifting over 25 pounds.
• Experience in fire control coordination and incident management.
• Knowledge of firefighting techniques and procedures.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in fire control coordination and incident management.
• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Experience working in high-stress environments.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Details on benefits will be provided in the Duty Statement, which can be accessed via the Additional Documents section.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $6,882.00 - $8,930.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

The position is full-time and works in-office.