State of California
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
JC-501947 – Deputy Chief of Operations ASSISTANT CHIEF
$10,569.00 – $13,674.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 12/27/2025
Application Methods: Electronic (using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail Drop‑off
For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Unit Chief Jim Hudson by phone at (530) 277‑6477 or by e‑mail at jim.hudson@fire.ca.gov.
This position is located in Auburn, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Working Conditions The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties.
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to complete duties.
Minimum Requirements
Refer to the Class Specification for detailed Minimum Requirements.
Special Requirements
Medical clearance prior to being hired.
The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment (including self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)). The use of such equipment may place a physiological burden on the incumbent that varies with the type of equipment used, the job and workplace conditions in which the equipment is used, and the medical status of the incumbent. Cal/OSHA requires that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit‑tested for respiratory protection equipment. This clearance process consists of a comprehensive medical evaluation, and vision, hearing, spirometry, and exercise treadmill test.
Possession of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles is required.
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.
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.
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. If submitting a hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Address for Mailing Application Packages:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring Attn: NEU – Deputy Chief Operations 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring NEU – Deputy Chief Operations 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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 can be found at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9.
Other – Copy of the front and back of your valid driver’s license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Other – A copy of your current Interagency Resource Ordering Capability (IROC) printout or current IROC qualifications card.
Statement of Qualifications – This Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to elicit information regarding each applicant’s interest and experience in relation to this position. The completed SOQ should not be more than one page typed using Arial 12 point font size. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to this SOQ requirement.
In your SOQ, please describe your experience leading, coordinating, and collaborating with cooperative agencies to achieve shared objectives.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations 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.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact: Northern Region Hiring (707) 576-2275
Please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding reasonable accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position to the Department’s EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (916) 767-8359 ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice). TTY is a telecommunications device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY device.
Additional Information Please include the position number 542‑216‑1039‑006 on your STD 678.
This position may be eligible for the Assistant Chief Differential pending approval.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a recruitment questionnaire located at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V.
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re‑take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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.
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JC-501947 – Deputy Chief of Operations ASSISTANT CHIEF
$10,569.00 – $13,674.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 12/27/2025
Application Methods: Electronic (using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail Drop‑off
For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Unit Chief Jim Hudson by phone at (530) 277‑6477 or by e‑mail at jim.hudson@fire.ca.gov.
This position is located in Auburn, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Working Conditions The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties.
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to complete duties.
Minimum Requirements
Refer to the Class Specification for detailed Minimum Requirements.
Special Requirements
Medical clearance prior to being hired.
The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment (including self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)). The use of such equipment may place a physiological burden on the incumbent that varies with the type of equipment used, the job and workplace conditions in which the equipment is used, and the medical status of the incumbent. Cal/OSHA requires that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit‑tested for respiratory protection equipment. This clearance process consists of a comprehensive medical evaluation, and vision, hearing, spirometry, and exercise treadmill test.
Possession of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles is required.
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.
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.
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. If submitting a hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Address for Mailing Application Packages:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring Attn: NEU – Deputy Chief Operations 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring NEU – Deputy Chief Operations 135 Ridgway Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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 can be found at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9.
Other – Copy of the front and back of your valid driver’s license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Other – A copy of your current Interagency Resource Ordering Capability (IROC) printout or current IROC qualifications card.
Statement of Qualifications – This Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to elicit information regarding each applicant’s interest and experience in relation to this position. The completed SOQ should not be more than one page typed using Arial 12 point font size. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to this SOQ requirement.
In your SOQ, please describe your experience leading, coordinating, and collaborating with cooperative agencies to achieve shared objectives.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations 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.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact: Northern Region Hiring (707) 576-2275
Please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding reasonable accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position to the Department’s EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (916) 767-8359 ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice). TTY is a telecommunications device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY device.
Additional Information Please include the position number 542‑216‑1039‑006 on your STD 678.
This position may be eligible for the Assistant Chief Differential pending approval.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a recruitment questionnaire located at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V.
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re‑take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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.
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