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Returning Veterans: Enlisting Their Skills for Cal Fire Service (R.V.E.T.S.) - 211 San Joaquin | Get Connected. Get Help.

Returning Veterans: Enlisting Their Skills for Cal Fire Service (R.V.E.T.S.)

Agency: CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE)

  • Description:

    Offers variety of job opportunities statewide for returning veterans, service members and their families. Assists them with integration and transition into service with the Cal Fire Department.

    For more information on how to navigate the State of California Civil Service system and the benefits afforded to those who served and or serving the U.S. Armed Services, please call the Hotline or visit website at www.fire.ca.gov/about/programs/rvets

    • Phone:

    Email: CALFIRErecruitment@fire.ca.gov
    Website: www.fire.ca.gov/about/programs/rvets

    Program Hours

  • Hours: Mon: 8am - 5pm; Tue: 8am - 5pm; Wed: 8am - 5pm; Thu: 8am - 5pm; Fri: 8am - 5pm;

    • Location(s)

    R.V.E.T.S. - Sacramento

    • Accessibility: Potential limitations to access – call for information
    • Address: 710 Riverpoint Court, West Sacramento, CA 95605

    Program Delivery

    • Eligibility: Must be a Veteran, service members of the U.S. Armed Force or their family members 18 years of age or older
    • Languages: Other languages available through the language line, English
    • Application Process: Telephone call or visit website at www.fire.ca.gov/join-calfire
    • Program Fees: Free
    • Required Documents: Check website for examination bulletin and or job posting at https://calfire.ca.gov/careers

      • Service Area

    • Defined Coverage Area: N/A