Top 61 Fire chief Jobs in Ca

BATTALION CHIEF
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection —Riverside County, CA
- $6,882 - $146,615 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Senior level
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Deputy Chief - Fire
City of Chico —Chico, CA
- $196,476.80 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Writing skills
Public Affairs Manager
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $131,308.88 - $177,266.98 a year
- Extended hours
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
ASSISTANT CHIEF
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection —Sacramento County, CA
- $10,569 - $13,674 a month
- Full-time
- Office
- Driver's License
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Opportunities for advancement
4d
Firefighter/EMT at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA
Fiore Industries Inc. —Pasadena, CA
- Up to $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driving
- Commercial
Assistant Fire Marshal
County of Riverside —Riverside, CA
- $134,106.56 - $207,487.19 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Background check
- Customer service
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Firefighter Trainee - Paramedic (Entry Level)
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $118,130.22 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- PALS Certification
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
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Deputy Fire Chief
City of Gonzales —Gonzales, CA
- $7,993.66 - $10,878.27 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Designated Campus Fire Marshal
University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
Fire Marshal
City of Encinitas —Encinitas, CA
- $113,941.98 - $176,761.10 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 6 years
- Current TB test
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Fire Engineer
City of Montclair —Montclair, CA
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- BLS Certification
Department of Emergency Management Coordinator - Unclassified
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $102,731.20 - $128,419.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Retirement plan
CHIEF, AIR OPERATIONS, FIRE SERVICE - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources —Los Angeles County, CA
- $164,533.20 - $221,730.72 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- 3 years
Fire Paramedic
City of El Segundo, CA —El Segundo, CA
- $9,856.00 - $11,675.01 a month
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE / PARAMEDIC
City of Stockton —Stockton, CA
- $73,438.47 a year
- Full-time
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Military encouraged
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Professor, Fire Technology
College of the Redwoods —Eureka, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Management
- High school
Firefighter Trainee - EMT & Firefighter Trainee - Paramedic
County of Santa Barbara —Santa Barbara County, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
City of Newport Beach, CA —Newport Beach, CA
- $8,382.12 - $12,384.25 a month
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Pass drug screening
Fire Captain
Chumash Enterprises —Santa Ynez, CA
- $46.00 - $55.74 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
Fire Pilot
Orange County Fire Authority —Fullerton, CA
- $122,158.40 - $164,673.60 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- English
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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BATTALION CHIEF

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
Riverside County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$6,882 - $146,615 a month
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
Safety equipment
Senior level
2 years
Respirator

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Field Battalion Chief

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-525868

Field Battalion Chief
BATTALION CHIEF

$6,882.00 - $8,930.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/3/2026

Job Description and Duties

Please see the attached duty statement for details on this postion.

Contact Division Chief Tim Voigt (951) 840-5592 for questions related to the duties of the position.

Candidate may be selected by resume review.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Maintains the arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with Department Policy. The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). As such, Cal/OSHA requires the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit tested for respiratory protection equipment. May be subject to working nights, weekends or holidays. Transfer candidates may require a two-year commitment.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-525868

Position #(s):

542-312-9723-XXX

Working Title:

Field Battalion Chief

Classification:

BATTALION CHIEF

$6,882.00 - $8,930.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Riverside County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Riverside Unit

Department Information

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team. You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

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: 8/3/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

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 Forestry & Fire Protection

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring

Attn: 542-312-9723-XXX

1234 East Shaw Avenue

Fresno, CA 93710

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring

542-312-9723-XXX

1234 East Shaw Avenue

Fresno, CA 93710

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 required and must be included.
Other -
Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299): https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9

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.

Benefits

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$6882 - $8930 Base Salary (paid every month)

$2339 - $3035 Extended Duty Week Compensation (paid every 4 weeks)

$112,237 – $146,615 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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Alyssa Doyle
(559) 243-4103

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
[email protected]

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.

Bargaining Unit 08 Consideration:

The Bargaining Unit 8 Memorandum of Understanding regarding Voluntary In-Class Transfer Policy (Inter-Unit) (Section 9.2) will be followed. Transfers may require a two-year commitment.

Required Documentation

You must submit a completed State Application (STD. 678) [please include WORKING TITLE and POS#], Resume, and Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299).

https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9

Submit the required documents to the following address or submit electronically:

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring
POS#: 542-312-9723-XXX
1234 E. Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 93710

Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered. Failure to follow directions for any portion of the required application package may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete an OPTIONAL Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

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.

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