Benefits may vary depending on applicable labor contract agreements, and type of appointment.

The following is a general description of benefits that are available to most State civil service employees. For more specific information about a particular classification's benefits, contact the CAL FIRE Human Resources Office at (916) 445-7801 or your local CAL FIRE Unit.

Sick Leave, Vacation and Annual Leave

CAL FIRE employees earn sick leave and vacation credits. As the employee's years of State service increase, the vacation allowance increases. Employees may also be eligible to participate in the annual leave program, which replaces traditional sick leave and vacation credits.

Bereavement Leave

Full-time employees are authorized bereavement leave for the death of a person related by blood, marriage, adoption, or for any person residing in the immediate household at the time of death.

Personal Holiday

Upon qualification, full-time employees are eligible to receive one day off of their choice each year, with their supervisor's approval.

Holidays

Full-time employees are entitled to holidays as defined in the applicable labor contract agreements or authorizing memoranda.

Health, Dental and Vision Care Benefits

Various plans are available for employee and dependent coverage. Costs exceeding the State's contribution are the responsibility of the employee.

Employees may also be eligible for retirement plans; deferred compensation plans; FlexElect; Employee Assistance Program; mentor leave; uniform allowance; CoBen.

For more information about benefits, you may also contact the Department of Personnel Administration website.