Join CAL FIRE in celebrating International Day of Forests! 🌿🌎 Today, we recognize the important role forests play in protecting our environment, communities, and future. At the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), we don’t just fight wildfires—we manage forests, restore ecosystems, and protect California’s natural resources for generations to come. Want to join our mission? Apply today and make a career out of caring for California’s forests, land, and people. Visit the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gTDW-GEJ #CALFIREcareers #IgniteYourPassion
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
Government Administration
Sacramento, California 26,082 followers
Official LinkedIn Account of CAL FIRE; Managed by CAL FIRE Recruitment Unit
About us
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 is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunity to all regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. 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!
- Website
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https://www.fire.ca.gov/join-calfire
External link for California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Sacramento, California
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Fire Protection, Resource Management, Emergency Response, Wildland Fire Suppression, 911 Dispatch, Fire Fighting, Forestry, Paramedic, Administration, Information Technology, State Fire Marshal, and Aviation
Locations
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Primary
715 P St.
Sacramento, California 95814, US
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6105 Airport Rd
Redding, California 96002, US
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710 Riverpoint Ct.
West Sacramento, California 95605, US
Employees at California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
Updates
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🌸🔥 Spring into a New Season—and a New Career! 🔥🌸 As we welcome the Spring Equinox, we celebrate new beginnings, growth, and renewal. And, just like the season, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is always evolving, training, and preparing for what’s ahead. If you're looking for a career with purpose, challenge, and the chance to protect California’s communities and natural resources, now is the time to grow with us! Start your journey today. Apply now and turn your passion into action: https://lnkd.in/gYSPYUQ #SpringEquinox #CALFIREcareers
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Power Up Your Career with CAL FIRE! ⚡ The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is looking for an Electrician II to keep our facilities, fire stations, and remote operations running in Fresno County. In this role, your expertise in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining #electrical systems will directly support emergency response efforts across California. Key responsibilities of this role include: - Maintain and repair low-voltage systems - Work in fire stations, remote locations, and essential state facilities - Inspect and ensure all electrical work meets safety standards If you’re looking for a meaningful career where your work directly impacts public safety, this is your opportunity to join a team that’s protecting California every day. 🔗 Follow the link to submit your application: https://lnkd.in/gjqz-VEp Apply today and help power the future of emergency response! #CALFIRECareers #IgniteYourPassion #SkilledTrades
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Now Hiring: Workforce Planning & Development Analyst 🔥 The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is hiring for an innovative and dynamic Staff Services Analyst to join our Workforce Planning and Development Unit in West Sacramento! This position plays a key role in shaping the future of CAL FIRE's workforce by supporting critical human resource initiatives, including workforce and succession planning, #mentorship programs, risk assessment, and improving operational processes. As a Workforce Planning & Development Analyst, you will: - Conduct workforce analysis and research classification trends - Assist in the development of strategic recruitment and retention initiatives - Organize and facilitate workshops, focus groups, and surveys - Collect, analyze, and present workforce data to inform leadership decisions - Help enhance staff mentoring, coaching, and professional #development programs - Support the creation and implementation of best practices for #HR data collection and tracking Ready to be part of a team dedicated to #workforce excellence? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gPVSfWkh #WorkforcePlanning #IgniteYourPassion #CALFIREcareers
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This St. Patrick’s Day, strike gold and find a career with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)! On this lucky day, seize the opportunity to explore our current job openings and advance toward a brighter future. A career in forestry or fire protection lets you make a meaningful impact in preserving California’s lush landscapes and protecting its natural beauty. Now's your chance – visit https://lnkd.in/g4nFeWGH and explore current job openings today! 🍀 #StPatricksDay #IgniteYourPassion #CALFIREcareers
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At the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), we don’t just respond to emergencies—we prepare for them. We’re hiring an Assistant Deputy Director of Training, Safety, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). In this role, you have the opportunity to influence many generations of first responders and create lasting improvements in #firefighter training, safety, and emergency medical services across California. In this position, you will: - Lead statewide training programs to ensure CAL FIRE personnel receive the highest level of instruction in fire protection, EMS, law enforcement, and resource management. - Oversee safety policies, identifying risks and implementing strategies that protect firefighters, employees, and the public. - Manage the #EMS program, ensuring regulatory compliance, advancing patient care programs, and overseeing certification and licensure processes. - Provide emergency response leadership, spending time in the field supporting crews during wildfires and all-hazard incidents. - Influence policy and strategy, working closely with CAL FIRE leadership to shape training, safety, and emergency services initiatives statewide. This Career Executive Assignment (CEA) requires a decisive leader who thrives in high-pressure environments and values #innovation. If you're ready to make an impact at the highest levels of fire service #leadership, we encourage you to apply! 🔗 Join us in shaping the future of fire protection in California! Visit the following to link to submit your application: https://lnkd.in/gUtDiAYD #CALFIREcareers #IgniteYourPassion
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Celebrate #NationalPlantAFlowerDay with CAL FIRE! 🌱 March 12th is National Plant a Flower Day, a perfect opportunity to embrace the beauty and benefits of flowering plants. Planting flowers not only enhances our surroundings but also contributes to ecological balance. At the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), our Natural Resource Management Program is dedicated to protecting and restoring our California lands. With dynamic career opportunities in forestry and environmental protection, discover our open positions and make a lasting impact! Click the link to view all our open positions: https://lnkd.in/gYSPYUQ This National Plant a Flower Day, help support our #environment and appreciate the natural beauty around us! #CALFIREcareers #NaturalResourceManagement
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Are you passionate about #forest management and wildfire resilience? 🌲 Join the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) as a Forester I (Nonsupervisory) and lead the way in managing and protecting California’s forests, rangelands, and watersheds. With a valid Registered Professional Forester license, you can #IgniteYourPassion as a part of CAL FIRE’s natural resource management team. From wildfire prevention and fuels reduction to forest management and environmental sustainability, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of our state’s forests. To learn more about what it takes to be a Forester I (Nonsupervisory) with us, visit: https://lnkd.in/gSABJuPD Ready to apply? Explore all of our current openings by clicking the link below: https://lnkd.in/gTDW-GEJ #CALFIREcareers #Forestry #ResourceManagement
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Your Next Stop: A Career with CAL FIRE! 🚨 Looking for a career that makes a difference? California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) recruiters are on the move, ready to meet you at upcoming job fairs and hiring events! CAL FIRE offers a variety of career paths with competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for growth. Stop by an event to: - Explore open positions - Learn about the hiring process - Get tips on building a strong application - Meet recruiters and ask questions Can’t make it? Contact recruiters via email at CALFIRErecruitment@fire.ca.gov or call 916-894-9585 to learn more about how to #JoinCALFIRE. #CALFIREcareers #IgniteYourPassion
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Lead the Future of Fire Protection Operations with CAL FIRE! 🔥 The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking an experienced and results-driven leader to serve as the Assistant Deputy Director, Fire Protection Operations. This high-level role is a unique opportunity to shape statewide fire protection policies, emergency response operations, and resource management strategies that directly impact public safety across California. As the principal advisor to the Deputy Director of Fire Protection, your responsibilities will include administering statewide fire protection programs and for policy development and implementation for the CAL FIRE’s Fire Protection Operations, Fire Intelligence, Command and Control, Hired Equipment, Law Enforcement, and Cost Recovery. If you are a proven leader with a passion for public safety, strategic decision-making, and emergency response operations, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on California’s fire protection and disaster response efforts. 🔗 Apply by March 14, 2025! Visit the following link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dFdmwPhu #CALFIREcareers #IgniteYourPassion