FORESTRY AIDE

FORESTRY AIDE

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-517998

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

Final Filing Date:

5/26/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

FORESTRY AIDE

•GOLD

FIELDS DISTRICT / FOLSOM LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA

"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 the Gold Fields District Sector Office located at 7755 Folsom Auburn Road, Folsom, CA 95630. The Forestry Aide works under the Folsom Sector Maintenance Chief I, with direction and guidance from the Worker ll, Worker I, PMA or Heavy Equipment Operator. This position can work 189 days in a 12 consecutive month period or a maximum of 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months per California Code of Regulation 265.1. This position is designated as not telework eligible. Working weekends, nights, and overtime hours may be required. The weekly schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The Forestry Aide is a higher-level maintenance crewmember than the standard crewmember (Maintenance Aide). The position is experienced and proficient in crewmember duties and may assist with on-the-job training of entry level crewmembers and leading maintenance crews, volunteer, conservation crew work projects. The FA position will primarily perform manual labor to restore, protect, and enhance CA State Park's natural resources, and trail system, often in remote locations away from roads and facilities. This job requires working outdoors in inclement weather and smoky conditions related to prescribed fire. Chainsaw and Basic Firefighter training must be attended when available. 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 Paul Perez at 916-988-0205 or Paul.

Perez@parks.ca.gov. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Working conditions include a combination of office work and outdoor work. Work outdoors in variable weather conditions including rain, heat, and cold. Work includes hiking up and down steep hills with field equipment. Work in hazardous situations (e.g., around fire, chemicals, poison oak, etc). During the district's prescribed burn season, the position may work variable hours including weekends and nights. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

FORESTRY AIDE

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-517998

Position #(s): 549-696-1060-901

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:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Facility:

Gold Fields 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:

5/26/2026