Final Filing Date: 10/18/2024.

Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) must be received or postmarked by the filing date indicated above. Applications postmarked, personally delivered or received via interoffice mail after the filing date will not be accepted.

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.

If using the United States Postal Service (USPS) for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be postmarked and arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark and arrives after the final filing date, your application may not be accepted into the examination. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof the application was sent prior to the final filing date.

The information below will help you determine which classification(s) is(are) appropriate for you. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin to compete in this examination.

Open and Open, Non-Promotional Examination(s):

• SENIOR FORESTRY EQUIPMENT MANAGER - Open

Persons who meet the minimum qualifications of the classification, as stated on this examination bulletin. All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements by the final filing date of October 18, 2024, unless otherwise noted on the class specification.

• Once you have participated in this examination, you may not test again for six (6) months.

• Applicants who have not passed probation in this classification are encouraged to apply.

Submit an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) to apply for this examination.

Electronic applications can be submitted through your account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

You may apply by mail to:

• Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
  Examination Unit
  710 Riverpoint Ct.
  West Sacramento, CA 95605
  

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).

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

• Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
  Examination Unit
  710 Riverpoint Ct.
  West Sacramento, CA 95605
  8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678). All applicants must provide proof of identification. Accepted forms of identification are: 1) a photo identification card or 2) two forms of signed identification.

Please note the following:

1.) A State Application (STD 678) is REQUIRED and must be submitted.

2.) All applicants must include "from" and "to" employment dates (month/day/year), time base, and applicable civil service class titles on their STD 678. Applications received without this information may be rejected.

3.) PLEASE NOTE: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications under Pattern II, please attach a copy of your diploma and/or transcripts showing proof of graduation in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field, to your examination application packet.

If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, indicate on your application that you need reasonable accommodation. You will be contacted by a representative of the testing department to make the necessary arrangements. If you have not been contacted by the time you receive notification of testing, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

If you are unable to submit your application or complete the test due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted to the examination.

Unless otherwise stated in the Minimum Qualifications, qualifying experience may be combined on a proportionate basis if the requirements stated below include more than one pattern and are distinguished as "Either" 1, "or" 2, "or" 3, etc. For example, applicants possessing qualifying experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 1 and additional experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 2 may be accepted to an examination as meeting 100% of the overall experience requirement.

EITHER I

One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Forestry Equipment Manager II,

OR II

Seven years of experience in the construction and repair of gasoline-and diesel-powered mobile equipment, at least three years of which shall have been in the management of a fleet of approximately 250 units of gasoline-and diesel-powered mobile equipment and at least one year in the management of a fleet of at least 500 units of gasoline-and diesel-powered mobile equipment which included acquisition, modification, and repair of the equipment. (Experience in the California state service applied toward this requirement must include at least one year in a class comparable to Forestry Equipment Manager II.) (Graduation from college with a degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the required nonmanagement experience.)

This examination consists of the following component(s):

A final score of 70% must be attained to be placed on the eligible list.

STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL)

WEIGHTED AT 100%

In this type of exam candidates will be asked pre-determined, job-related questions by a two or three-person panel and rated against pre-determined benchmarks.  Candidates will be provided with scratch paper and a pencil.

It is anticipated that examination interviews will be held in November/December 2024.

CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT APPEAR FOR THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW EXAMINATION WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. 

In addition to evaluating the applicant's relative knowledge, skill and ability as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education/experience, emphasis in each test component will be on measuring competitively, relative to job demands, each applicant's:

In addition to evaluating the applicant's relative knowledge, skill and ability as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education/experience, emphasis in each test component will be on measuring competitively, relative to job demands, each applicant's:

Knowledge of:

1. Mission, values, and goals of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
2. Department policies, procedures, and exhibits to effectively manage a program for operational readiness.
3. Operational and tactical applications of fire apparatus and specialized equipment to adequately design and equip Department firefighting fleet.
4. Methods and tools used in the maintenance, adjustment, repair, design, and construction of mobile equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to ensure the safety and reliability of equipment.
5. Methods and tools used in the maintenance and repair of other related equipment (e.g., stationary power generators, chainsaws, portable water pumps) to ensure the safety and reliability of equipment.
6. Preventive maintenance programs to provide technical expertise in the areas of inspection, repair, and maintenance of equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to ensure the safety and reliability of equipment.
7. Materials used in the maintenance, adjustment, repair, design, and construction of equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to ensure the safety and reliability of equipment.
8. Industry recognized labor rates and time estimates for vehicle repairs to determine repair methods and costs.
9. Available training resources (e.g., software programs, classes, manuals) and methods to provide effective instruction for employees.
10. Supervisory roles and responsibilities to promote equal opportunity in hiring, development, and promotion of employees to maintain a work environment free of discrimination and harassment as defined under the Ralph C. Dills Act.
11. Computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, fleet maintenance database) to electronically compile and analyze data, produce reports (e.g., statistical, budgetary, projection), repair equipment, and manage operations.
12. Applicable laws and regulations (e.g., California Vehicle Code, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, Federal Department of Transportation Standards) pertaining to fleet operations to ensure a safe and effective fleet.
13. Supervision principles to effectively manage fleet personnel.
14. Applicable laws and regulations (e.g., California Air Resources Board, California Department of Toxic Substances and Control, United States Environmental Protection Agency) regarding emissions, collection, storage, and waste disposal procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
15. Salvage values of damaged, obsolete, or worn-out equipment (e.g., age, mileage, accident) to determine repair versus replacement values.
16. Industry standards and practices (e.g., National Fire Protection Association, North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria, manufacturer recommendations) to ensure a safe and compliant fleet.
17. Management practices and organizational techniques to provide effective leadership.
18. Applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies (e.g., Injury and Illness Prevention Program, California Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Violence in the Workplace, Workers’ Compensation Program) to maintain a safe working environment.
19. Budget and purchasing policies and procedures to track expenditures for operational needs.
20. Budget forecasting, planning, production methods, and reallocations to meet operational requirements within the Department.
21. Supervision guidelines, corrective actions, and personnel evaluations to ensure program accountability.
22. Progressive discipline guidelines to ensure program and personnel accountability.
23. Basic mathematics (e.g., geometry, algebra, statistics) for the repair and construction of equipment.
24. Basic grammar (e.g., sentence structure, phrases, spelling) at a level to ensure complete reporting.
25. Employment interviewing procedures and guidelines used to select and/or hire candidates.
26. Team building and leadership principles to create a productive work environment.
27. Basic business office methods, protocol, and procedures for effective management.
28. The Biennial Inspection of Terminals Program for vehicle compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier rules and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 13.
29. Development and implementation of a strategic mobile equipment replacement plan to maintain a safe and operational fleet.
30. Basic firefighting techniques with particular reference to the use of mobile equipment to maintain a safe and reliable fleet.
31. Department organizational structure and hierarchy to effectively communicate within the Department.
32. Vehicle transportation requirements (e.g., oversize load, weight, bridge laws) and routing restrictions (e.g., pilot cars, California Highway Patrol, California Department of Transportation notifications), highway closures, and permit application processes in compliance with California Vehicle Code.
33. Available employee resources (e.g., Employee Assistance Program, Workers’ Compensation, Labor Relations, Employee Support Services) to provide support to employee’s having personal or work-related problems.
34. Department attendance and leave standards to accurately maintain employee records and ensure compliance with Department policies and procedures.
35. Collective Bargaining Unit Memorandums of Understanding to maintain an effective workforce and ensure compliance with Department policies and procedures.
36. Emergency Command Center operations and resource ordering to a level which supports the requirements of the Department.
37. Cooperative fire protection programs relating to Mobile Equipment Management matters with Federal, State, and local agencies to ensure compliance with interagency agreements (e.g., Cooperative Fire Management Agreement, California Fire Assistance Agreement, master mutual aid).
38. State contracting procedures in order to procure necessary services for fleet operations.
39. Control agencies (e.g., Department of Finance, Department of General Services, Office of Fleet and Asset Management) and requirements for program compliance.
40. The budgetary processes (e.g., Issue paper, budget concept, Budget Change Proposal) to support the Department’s Mobile Equipment mission.

Skill to:

1. Communicate clear direction to subordinates regarding repair procedures by way of written, verbal, or physical demonstration of proper procedures, to ensure employee expectations are understood.
2. Demonstrate effective communication in written or verbal form to others (e.g., subordinates, supervisors, vendors, contractors, public) in order to disseminate necessary information.
3. Make sound decisions under stressful situations with staff, vendors, contractors, or the public in order to effectively manage daily operations.
4. Publicly address groups and facilitate meetings to all levels (e.g., staff, management, public) to effectively disseminate necessary information.
5. Manage time and prioritize daily activities during emergency and routine operations to ensure safe and effective program.
6. Demonstrate leadership (e.g., mentoring, leading by example, team building, training) to individuals for upward mobility and position enhancement.
7. Interpret complex automotive instructions and diagrams to accurately diagnose issues with Department mobile equipment.
8. Effectively utilize computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, fleet maintenance database program, diagnostic software) and/or office equipment (e.g., fax machine, scanner, copier) to develop documentation (e.g., records, reports, spreadsheets) to effectively manage the fleet.
9. Use a computer or mobile devices to search the internet and/or database(s) to obtain necessary information needed for effective job performance.
10. Manage and effectively motivate a diverse workforce with different skill levels and personalities to ensure a productive team.

Ability to:

1. Design and/or construct equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to ensure safety, reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
2. Direct the design and/or construction of mobile equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to ensure accuracy and compliance with contracts.
3. Estimate the cost of repairs and/or design of mobile equipment (e.g., fire apparatus, support vehicles, construction) to provide quotes for competitive bidding within budget constraints to maintain fiscal responsibility.
4. Requisition (e.g., bid requests, acquisition, purchase documentation) automotive repair parts and other supplies for the safety and efficiency of fleet operations.
5. Maintain adequate inventory of mobile equipment parts for availability in case of needed repairs or maintenance to expedite timely and efficient repairs.
6. Implement the applicable Department safety practices, policies, and procedures for workplace safety and protection.
7. Work long and arduous hours in emergency and non-emergency environments to effectively meet the mission, vision, and values of the Department.
8. Travel long distances in emergency and non-emergency circumstances to effectively meet the mission, vision, and values of the Department.
9. Work independently, make decisions, and take appropriate action with little or no direction in emergency and non-emergency situations to effectively meet the mission, vision, and values of the Department.
10. Demonstrate ethical and professional conduct with fellow employees and all members of the public to effectively meet the mission, vision, and values of the Department.
11. Work cooperatively with supervisors, peers, cooperators, and the general public to maintain professional and positive relationships with others.
12. Display professional personal traits (e.g., neat appearance, hygiene, Department grooming standards) to comply with Department policy.
13. Establish and set goals, objectives, and priorities needed to maximize program efficiency and completion of assignments.
14. Read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English to exchange information and accomplish daily activities.
15. Comprehend and orally communicate in English to exchange ideas and accomplish daily activities.
16. Follow oral and written instructions to ensure successful completion of assignments.
17. Present oral, written, and visual presentations to ensure effective communications to accomplish daily activities.
18. Use resources as needed to obtain pertinent information.
19. Delegate assignments as needed to complete tasks efficiently.
20. Conduct meetings with vendors relating to contract disputes (e.g., delays, interruptions, settle procedural matters) to ensure Department fiscal responsibilities and contract fulfillment.
21. Identify and resolve conflicts to provide a productive and safe work environment.
22. Communicate effectively with employees and management to exchange information and accomplish daily activities.
23. Effectively develop, evaluate, and communicate performance standards and expectations to ensure staff accomplish the responsibilities of the Department.
24. Make technical plans, drawings, and models using design techniques and principles for the construction of mobile equipment.
25. Perform various office tasks (e.g., scan, file, fax, photocopy, email) necessary for the administration of the program.
26. Develop oral and written presentations at a sufficient level to ensure effective delivery and understanding.
27. Supervise the work of others in order to plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate employees’ performance to ensure safe and cost effective completion of assignments.
28. Track expenditures of budget and purchases to ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability.
29. Develop a survey plan for the replacement of Department equipment to ensure a safe and modern fleet.
30. Promote equal opportunity in hiring, development, union participation, and representation to maintain a work environment free of discrimination and harassment as defined under the Ralph C. Dills Act.
31. Prepare plans and specifications for new special firefighting equipment to keep a modern and effective fleet.
32. Perform mathematical calculations (e.g., algebra, geometry, arithmetic) for the repair and construction of equipment.
33. Mentor staff for work force succession planning.
34. Basic computer software programs (e.g., word processing, email programs, spreadsheet software) to produce reports and correspondence and accomplish daily activities.
35. Interpret and explain CAL FIRE policies, procedures, and exhibits.
36. Develop and implement operational training sessions to inform employees to fulfill the Department’s mission.

A Departmental Open eligible list for the SENIOR FORESTRY EQUIPMENT MANAGER Classification will be established for:

• Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

The names of successful competitors will be merged onto the eligible list(s) in order of final score regardless of test date. Eligibility expires 12 months after it is established. Applicants must then retake the examination to reestablish eligibility.

Veterans' Preference will be granted for this examination. Veterans' Preference is an assistance program for veterans, veteran widows and widowers, and spouses of 100% disabled veterans who seek employment with the state. Veterans' Preference is also extended to currently serving military members nearing their retirement or separation date.

You are not eligible for Veteran's Preference if you are:

• A veteran who has been dishonorably discharged or released.
• A veteran, widow or widower of a veteran, or spouse of a 100 percent disabled veteran who currently has permanent civil service status. (Permanent civil service status is the status of an employee who is lawfully retained in his/her position after completion of the applicable probationary period. This does not include limited term).

Veterans' Preference is codified in Government Code Sections 18973 – 18979.

Veteran status is verified by the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Directions to apply for Veterans' Preference are on the Veterans' Preference Application (Std. Form 1093), which is available at www.CalCareers.ca.gov, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Career Credits are not granted for examination(s) administered on an Open basis or a Promotional basis.

• Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Examination Unit
710 Riverpoint Ct.
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Phone: (916) 894-9580
CALFIREexams@fire.ca.gov

CAL FIRE Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
710 Riverpoint Ct.
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Phone: (916) 894-9570 ext. Option 3
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.

Examination and/or Employment Application (STD 678) forms are available at the California Department of Human Resources, local offices of the Employment Development Department, and through your CalCareer Account (www.CalCareers.ca.gov).

If you meet the requirements stated on this examination bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described in this bulletin will be rated against a predetermined job-related rating, and all applicants who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all applicants will be notified.

General Qualifications: Applicants must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. A medical examination may be required. In open examinations, investigation may be made of employment records and personal history and fingerprinting may be required.

Eligible Lists: Eligible lists established by competitive examination, regardless of date, must be used in the following order: 1) sub-divisional promotional, 2) departmental promotional, 3) multi-departmental promotional, 4) service-wide promotional, 5) departmental open, 6) open. When there are two lists of the same kind, the older must be used first. Eligible lists will expire in one to four years unless otherwise stated on the bulletin.

High School Equivalence: Equivalence to completion of the 12th grade may be demonstrated in any one of the following ways: 1) passing the General Education Development (GED) Test; 2) completion of 12 semester units of college-level work; 3) certification from the State Department of Education, a local school board, or high school authorities that the competitor is considered to have education equivalent to graduation from high school; or 4) for clerical and accounting classes, substitution of business college work in place of high school on a year-for-year basis.

Accepted applicants must provide proof of identification at each in-person test session. Acceptable identification consists of a photo identification card or two forms of signed identification.