FORESTRY AIDE

FORESTRY AIDE

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-519707

•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:

6/8/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

FORESTRY AIDE

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SANTA CRUZ DISTRICT / ROADS AND TRAILS / HENRY COWELL REDWOODS 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 the maintenance yard at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Felton. This position works under the direction of permanent staff and Park Maintenance Chief. Forestry Aides (FA) perform down tree removal, tree felling, implementing shaded full breaks and brush pile burning, repair and construction of bridges for emergency vehicle access, trail maintenance and construction of features such as bridges, retainer walls, steps, safety railing, and drainage structures. FA must be able to work well in a crew setting and work in remote locations during hot and inclement weather. Position may also work as a ground support (swamper) for heavy equipment operators. This position is required to camp on projects throughout the Santa Cruz District and work a spike schedule; Wednesday to Wednesday, work holidays, and wear a park uniform. This Position requires a valid California Class C driver's license. Please provide proof of eligibility with application. The incumbent's work schedule will be from Wednesday to Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 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 Matt Weil at (831) 295-1987 or at matthew.weil@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 . 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-519707

Position #(s): 549-715-1060-901

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:

Santa Cruz County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Facility:

Santa Cruz 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:

6/8/2026