Job Description

FORESTRY AIDE - CENTRAL VALLEY DISTRICT / CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK

"Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program)."



The reporting location for this position is Calaveras Big Trees State Park in Arnold, CA. This position will work under the supervision of the Forester II.



The 2026 season for this position will start on April 2nd and end on December 18th, 2026.



As a member of a forest stewardship crew the Forestry Aide will perform resource management tasks to include the use of tools and equipment to conduct manual fuel reduction, forestry, and prescribed fire operations. Forestry aides are responsible for basic chainsaw, fire tool, fire vehicle and equipment maintenance. This position may work weekends, nights, and overtime hours. The physical nature of this position necessitates the ability to safely perform a variety of forestry and natural resources manual labor tasks working outdoors on variable terrain, in inclement weather conditions and potentially smoky conditions related to prescribed fire operations. Stewardship crew members may be required to spike camp at work sites throughout the district and potentially parks throughout the State.



This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.



The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.



This position requires a valid Class C driver's license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available.

For further information regarding this position, please contact Jim Suero, Forester II at (209) 795-8905 or at james.suero@parks.ca.gov.



Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.




You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

.


Working Conditions


Work Environment: Work outdoors in variable weather conditions, forested environments, and variable terrain. Work in hazardous situations (e.g., prescribed fire, tree cutting, forest debris, etc.). Work environments may have exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.


Minimum Requirements


You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.FORESTRY AIDE

Additional Documents


Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-503780

Position #(s):

549-730-1060-901

Working Title:

FORESTRY AIDE

Classification:

FORESTRY AIDE
$21.60 - $26.71
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Calaveras County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Facility:

Central Valley District
Department Information


The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.



All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov


Special Requirements


The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.

If selected for the position, official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT

include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
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.


Final Filing Date: 1/28/2026

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.




Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. 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. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:



Department of Parks & Recreation
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Attn: Jim Suero
1170 E. Hwy 4
Arnold, CA 95223

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:



Department of Parks & Recreation
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Jim Suero
1170 E. Hwy 4
Arnold, CA 95223
Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:


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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made 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.
Desirable Qualifications


In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Current wildland fire qualification and chainsaw operational experience desired but not required. The candidate would ideally be a physically fit-team player who is safety conscious, trustworthy, hardworking, dedicated, and focused.


Benefits


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.

Department Website:

http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Jim Suero

(209) 795-8905

james.suero@parks.ca.gov


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(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Sharon Comas - EEO Office

(916) 653-9990

sharon.comas@parks.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 Instructions


If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you

must

include the Position #

549-730-1060-901

and the Job Control #

JC-503780

in the "Examination or Job Title for which you are applying" section on the STD. 678.

Note:

If you are applying for multiple positions, you

must

complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
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 work place. 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.