
Finding a Career with CAL FIRE
9/08/2025 | 42 mins.
In this episode, Chief Joe Tyler and Chief Deputy Director Anale Burlew discuss the wide variety of career opportunities within CAL FIRE, and how the department’s new website, JOINCALFIRE.COM, makes the search and applicationprocess easier for applicants.Full episode Transcript: https://calfire.box.com/s/m92pkoz8a3qx1nv8auq1z80lqxdxevrn

66-Hour Work Week, Aviation Efforts, Budget Impacts, and More
6/09/2025 | 45 mins.
In this episode, Chief Joe Tyler and Chief Deputy Director Anale Burlew provide important updates on several key topics impacting CAL FIRE: - Implementation of the 66-Hour Work Week.- Progress and expansion of our Aviation Program.- Incident Management Team activations and year-round operations.- Updates on the State Budget and its effects on CAL FIRE.- A summary of recent Executive Orders related to wildfire response and mutual aid.Full episode transcript: https://calfire.box.com/s/vi697x94rlwxabjqxqprxfu6v1ciqm52

Opening Up About Open Enrollment
9/13/2024 | 38 mins.
In this episode, Chief Joe Tyler and Deputy Director Monte Manson are joined by Human Resources Manager December Brinsfield to break down everything you need to know about Open Enrollment. With more than 12,000 CAL FIRE employees receiving benefits, there's a lot to consider when it comes to making the right choices for you and your family. We’ll cover key dates, deadlines, and how to submit your paperwork to make changes. Plus, we'll walk you through the tools available to see how different benefit options could affect your paycheck. Whether you’re looking to make updates or just want to stay in the loop, this episode has got you covered with all the essentials for a smooth Open Enrollment process. Full transcript available: https://calfire.box.com/s/q9iahragw141z0ubppyjmiyh23fwj674

Transforming Tomorrow
9/03/2024 | 37 mins.
In this episode, CAL FIRE’s Director and Fire Chief, Joe Tyler, and Deputy Director Monte Manson discuss CAL FIRE’s soon-to-be-released 2024 Strategic Plan — a comprehensive guide that will shape the future of our department. But what does this plan mean for you as a CAL FIRE employee? Why should it matter to you, whether you’re a first-year Firefighter or the Director of the Department? Join us as we explore how the Strategic Plan isn’t just a document; it’s a call to action. We’ll discuss the pivotal role each one of us plays in driving change and how you can get involved to make an impact on the future of CAL FIRE. Listen now to find out how your efforts today can transform CAL FIRE's tomorrow. Full transcript available: https://calfire.box.com/s/x2ur215qrtiej3j0hp5s8lh70vkohyzp

A Conversation with the Chief: Stacy Stanish
4/04/2024 | 25 mins.
While CAL FIRE is renowned as a world-class fire department, our mission extends far beyond firefighting. In this episode, we dive into the work of CAL FIRE Senior Environmental Scientist Stacy Stanish. Join Chief Joe Tyler and Monte Manson as they chat with Stacy about her role in the Forest Practice Program, the unique challenges and opportunities faced by CAL FIRE's growing number of environmental scientists statewide, and her perspectives on enhancing diversity and inclusion within the Resource Management Program. Join us for this insightful conclusion to our series of episodes celebrating the invaluable contributions of women across our organization. Full transcript available: https://calfire.box.com/s/sz7ae2wnyarcqtz66ocz2co16cmz7n68



CAL FIRE Presents: Five Points with the Chief