EEO Investigator

Working Title: EEO Investigator

About the Department

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. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities for advancement, offering well-paying careers in a team-oriented environment.

About the Role

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. Positions may be pending budget approval. This role is subject to the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025, which temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown do not reflect this reduction.

Pay

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid telework arrangement.

Responsibilities

Detailed duties can be found in the Duty Statement linked in the posting. Applicants are encouraged to review this document for comprehensive role expectations.

Requirements

• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If using education to meet Minimum Qualifications, unofficial transcripts/diploma must be provided for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
• Employment history must be provided on the State Application (STD 678) form; resumes attached in lieu of this will result in an incomplete application.
• Do NOT include confidential information (e.g., Social Security Number, birthdate, student ID, driver’s license number unless required, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, or age) on any submitted documents.
• Candidates who do not meet Minimum Qualifications will be withheld from the eligibility list and may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are outlined in the ANALYST III classification specifications. Applicants must meet these qualifications to be considered for the role.

Application Process

• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Failure to include it will result in disqualification.
• Completed applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date (8/24/2026) to be considered.
• Applications may be submitted electronically via CalCareer Account or by mail/drop-off to the provided addresses.
• Required documents: State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678), resume, and SOQ.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (priority given to SROA/Surplus candidates).

Special Notes

• Reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process may be requested at the time of scheduling.
• The State of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug-free workplace. Applicants are expected to adhere to this policy.