FORESTRY AIDE
Ventura County, CA, USA
USD 21.6-26.71 / hour
Job Posting: FORESTRY AIDE
Department of Parks & Recreation
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: 8/21/2026
Job Description and Duties
FORESTRY AIDE – CHANNEL COAST DISTRICT / VENTURA SECTOR
“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 Forestry Aide reporting location is the Channel Coast District’s main office located at 911 San Pedro St, Ventura, CA 93001. This position will work under the lead of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor) within the Natural Resources Division at the Channel Coast District.
The Forestry Aide will assist in all aspects of forestry and natural resource management tasks: fire prevention, trash removal, invasive species removal, herbicide application, tree felling and trimming, bucking, creation of burn piles or appropriate disposal of vegetation, crew coordination, planning, reporting and mapping. Forestry Aides in this position conduct tasks independently as well as part of a team, may also act in a lead role overseeing other crews performing these tasks. In addition, it is expected that a Forestry Aide will work in a collaborative environment with interdisciplinary programs keeping within the confines of agency policy.
The position will work between eight (8) to thirty (30) hours a week depending on the season. Work hours will vary, but current expected work schedule is three (3) or four (4) days a week at ten (10) hours per day. Applicants must be able to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays and special events if needed. A Department and District approved uniform is required to be worn during work hours. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
Applicants should have the following qualities: ability to stand for prolonged periods; work under varying weather conditions; ability to walk across uneven terrain in both uphill and downhill conditions to perform duties, ability to perform manual labor, and perform basic mathematical computations associated with assigned duties.
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 Charles Davidson at charles.davidson@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 Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
As safety allows, work outdoors in various weather conditions, unpleasant conditions, and hazardous situations (e.g., inclement weather, around garbage or other debris, illegal encampments, raw sewage and chemicals). During burning operations employee will be exposed to smoke and heat. Work at elevated heights or near fast moving machinery or traffic. Employee may be required to work long hours and weekends/holidays. Work in office environment.
Ability to walk across uneven terrain in both uphill and downhill conditions to perform the duties associated with the job. Stand for long periods of time to perform the duties associated with the job. Ability to perform manual labor (e.g. occasionally lifting, loading, carrying loads up to 50lbs).
Read, write and speak in a clear and concise manner. Develop practical solutions to problems and make sound decisions given available information and situational parameters. Perform basic mathematical computations associated with assigned duties. Skill to utilize measurements (e.g., tsp., tbsp., quart, feet, yard, meter) to measure and/or mix and apply various chemical solutions.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
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.
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: 8/21/2026Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Desirable Qualifications
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Charles Davidson
(805) 320-7521
Charles.Davidson@parks.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:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
Additional Instructions
If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-910-1060-901 and the Job Control # JC-525029 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
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.
