State of California
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
Job ID: JC-503569 - Finance Analyst (ANALYST I)
Salary: $3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 1/16/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (using your CalCareer Account) | By Mail Drop-off
For questions about the duties of the position, contact SupervisorI Susanne Tennant by phone at (530) 906-2269 or email at Susanne.Tennant@fire.ca.gov. The position is located in Auburn, CA.
Limited-Term appointment may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. Salary ranges for ANALYST I: A $3,861.00 – $4,839.00; B $4,181.00 – $5,233.00; C $5,014.00 – $6,276.00. New to state candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.
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 and offers well‑paying careers with opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!
Special Requirements May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties.
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 are not considered postmark dates for determining timely filing.
Who May Apply Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have LIST or LEAP eligibility, are in 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; other eligible individuals may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
How To Apply Complete application packages—including the 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. For hard‑copy submissions, include a completed copy of the Application Package listing. Alternatively, submit a hard‑copy package through the following methods:
Mailing: Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring, Attn: NEU – ANALYST I, 135 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Drop‑off: Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring, Attn: NEU – ANALYST I, 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 (if not applying electronically). Include all experience and education related to the minimum qualifications.
Resume (required).
Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299) – available at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9.
College transcripts (if education is used to meet minimum qualifications).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ): include name and the title “Statement of Qualifications” at the top of each page. Responses must be no more than two pages, single‑spaced, Arial 12‑point font. Address and number each item in the specification order:
Describe your experience and how it will benefit CAL FIRE as it pertains to the duties listed on the duty statement.
Describe how you prioritize multiple tasks and your strategies for ensuring accurate completion of projects. What tools or techniques do you use to stay organized under pressure and with tight timelines?
Describe a situation in which you found a creative way to overcome an obstacle or solve a problem.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations when the interview is scheduled. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications Must have the ability to think logically, multitask, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contracts; independently interpret and use reference material; communicate effectively; organize and prioritize workload; and consult with mentor and supervisor on alternative actions for various transactions. Ability to work under pressure is strongly desired.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information Hiring Unit Contact: Northern Region Hiring, (707) 576‑2275
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 Include position number 541‑216‑5157‑004 on your STD 678. Candidates 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 find the exam you are interested in. Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list and may apply for current vacancies once list eligibility is established.
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 (including 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 is 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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Job ID: JC-503569 - Finance Analyst (ANALYST I)
Salary: $3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 1/16/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (using your CalCareer Account) | By Mail Drop-off
For questions about the duties of the position, contact SupervisorI Susanne Tennant by phone at (530) 906-2269 or email at Susanne.Tennant@fire.ca.gov. The position is located in Auburn, CA.
Limited-Term appointment may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. Salary ranges for ANALYST I: A $3,861.00 – $4,839.00; B $4,181.00 – $5,233.00; C $5,014.00 – $6,276.00. New to state candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.
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 and offers well‑paying careers with opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!
Special Requirements May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties.
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 are not considered postmark dates for determining timely filing.
Who May Apply Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have LIST or LEAP eligibility, are in 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; other eligible individuals may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
How To Apply Complete application packages—including the 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. For hard‑copy submissions, include a completed copy of the Application Package listing. Alternatively, submit a hard‑copy package through the following methods:
Mailing: Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring, Attn: NEU – ANALYST I, 135 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Drop‑off: Department of Forestry & Fire Protection CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring, Attn: NEU – ANALYST I, 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 (if not applying electronically). Include all experience and education related to the minimum qualifications.
Resume (required).
Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299) – available at https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9.
College transcripts (if education is used to meet minimum qualifications).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ): include name and the title “Statement of Qualifications” at the top of each page. Responses must be no more than two pages, single‑spaced, Arial 12‑point font. Address and number each item in the specification order:
Describe your experience and how it will benefit CAL FIRE as it pertains to the duties listed on the duty statement.
Describe how you prioritize multiple tasks and your strategies for ensuring accurate completion of projects. What tools or techniques do you use to stay organized under pressure and with tight timelines?
Describe a situation in which you found a creative way to overcome an obstacle or solve a problem.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations when the interview is scheduled. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications Must have the ability to think logically, multitask, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contracts; independently interpret and use reference material; communicate effectively; organize and prioritize workload; and consult with mentor and supervisor on alternative actions for various transactions. Ability to work under pressure is strongly desired.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information Hiring Unit Contact: Northern Region Hiring, (707) 576‑2275
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 Include position number 541‑216‑5157‑004 on your STD 678. Candidates 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 find the exam you are interested in. Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list and may apply for current vacancies once list eligibility is established.
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 (including 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 is 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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