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Battalion Chief - Fire Plan Sacramento County

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Working title
Battalion Chief - Fire Plan
Monthly salary
$6714.00 - $8712.00
Job Code #
JC-482044
Position #
544-063-9723-011
Deadline
06/30/2025
External Link
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Job Description and Duties
To be eligible for consideration, you must meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
 1)    Taken and passed the examination for this classification and be on a current certified list;2)    Eligible to transfer;3)    Eligible to reinstate.  Applicants that successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list. Obtaining list eligibility does not guarantee employment. Those interested in obtaining employment must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Sign up for CAL FIRE exam notifications here. General information on CAL FIRE career opportunities can be found here. For questions about the exam process, job application process, or about career opportunities with CAL FIRE, email our Recruitment Unit at CALFIRErecruitment@fire.ca.gov or call (916) 894-9585.
Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
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. 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. 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. 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.
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$6714 - $8712 Base Salary (paid every month)
$2282 - $2961 Extended Duty Week Compensation (paid every 4 weeks)
$110,234 – $143,037 Annual Compensation

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$6714 - $8712 Base Salary (paid every month)
$2282 - $2961 Extended Duty Week Compensation (paid every 4 weeks)
$110,234 – $143,037 Annual Compensation

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

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  • Duty Statement
  • The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Chris Ramey
    (707) 599-6442
    Chris.Ramey@fire.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:
    Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
    (916) 767-8359
    ReasonableAccommodations@fire.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.
    Contact Information

    The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Chris Ramey
    (707) 599-6442
    Chris.Ramey@fire.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:
    Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
    (916) 767-8359
    ReasonableAccommodations@fire.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.

    About the Talent Acquisition and Outreach Unit

    Dedicated to attracting, recruiting, and retaining top talent, we implement innovative strategies to connect skilled individuals with rewarding opportunities at CAL FIRE. By engaging with communities and creating pathways for career development, we ensure CAL FIRE continues to grow with the best professionals in the field.

    Headquarters

    715 P Street
    Sacramento, CA 95814
    916-894-9585
    CALFIRErecruitment@fire.ca.gov

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