Forester I (Forester I (Nonsupervisory))

Job Description and Duties For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Forester II Glen Schall at (530) 310-2208 or glen.schall@fire.ca.gov. This position is located in Susanville, CA. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. • The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registered Professional Forester License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license 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 in which the equipment is used, and the medical status of the incumbent. As such, The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (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 including a review of the incumbent’s medical history, a complete physical examination, and vision, hearing, spirometry, and exercise treadmill tests. Must Possess a valid license as a Registered Professional Forester issued by the California State Board of Forestry prior to appointment. Must complete CAL FIRE Firefighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during probationary period as a condition of employment and maintain the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with department policy. 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: Posession of a valid Driver License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Must have thorough knowledge of law enforcement principles and techniques. Must have successfully completed Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) certification and maintain status as a Department Public Officer as a condition of employment.