Administrative Careers

CAL FIRE has a variety of employees working in administrative positions throughout the state. Positions exist in budgeting, accounting, business services, personnel, information technology and other areas. Most administrative functions utilize clerical, technical, and professional employees.

Most examinations are given by CAL FIRE. Contact the CAL FIRE Human Resources Exam Unit at (916) 445-7824 or a local CAL FIRE Unit for more information about your area of interest. In some cases, such as the entry-level clerical classification of Office Assistant, the State Personnel Board gives the examination. To find out about exams for CAL FIRE classes given by the State Personnel Board, applicants may call these recordings, or contact the State Personnel Board website.