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City of Vacaville lists this Firefighter/Paramedic I opportunity in vacaville, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Firefighter/Paramedic IThe City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic I. Three (3) or more vacancies are anticipated within the department. The academy is expected to begin early 2027. This recruitment will also be used to establish a list for future vacancies that may occur over the next 12-month period. Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics perform skilled work in emergency fire suppression, emergency medical care, fire prevention, investigation activities, ALS transportation, and other tasks that support the protection of life and property. Firefighter/Paramedics assume primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency, assist in the maintenance and care of all stations, apparatus, and equipment, and perform other related duties normally associated with the position of a professional Firefighter/Paramedic. Firefighter/Paramedic I is the entry classification of the series. Incumbents are promoted to Firefighter/Paramedic II upon successful completion of the Vacaville in-house training academy (20 weeks). The City of Vacaville no longer requires the completion of the Firefighter I training curriculum to be eligible for this position. Please see the new minimum qualifications below. Firefighter/Paramedic I salary: $108,348.62/annually (during in-house academy) Firefighter/Paramedic II salary: $121,892.84 - $148,161.98/annually.Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics currently work a 48/96 shift schedule, resulting in an average work week of 56 hours. Additional information, including benefit details and incentive pay, can be found on our website at The City of Vacaville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses through our Veterans Preference Points Policy.The Ideal CandidateThe City of Vacaville is seeking an enthusiastic, entry-level fire service professional with a positive attitude who is eager to join a community-focused, service-driven team. The ideal candidate will:Be a collaborative team player who demonstrates empathy for both the community and coworkers, and possesses strong emotional intelligence;Be an experienced paramedic-level EMS provider with a proven record of delivering skilled, compassionate patient care;Have a clear career goal of becoming a firefighter; andBring dedication, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public service to our department.Minimum Qualifications Education: Equivalent to the completion of 12th grade. Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I training, or equivalent, curriculum is desirable. College-level coursework in Fire Science is desirable. Experience: None required. The following qualifications are desirable: One (1) year of paid experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic, two (2) years of experience in emergency response ambulance transport Paramedic, and/or possession of the California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certification.License and Certificate Requirements (at time of application): Current, valid California Paramedic License. At the time of appointment to the position, successful candidates must possess the following: Current, valid ACLS certificate (issued by American Heart Association or equivalent) Current, valid PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEPP (Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals) Certification Current, valid PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) or BTLS/ITLS (Basic Trauma Life Support/International Life Support) Certification CFF JAC CPAT "Card of Completion" indicating completion of the CPAT within 12 months prior to the appointment dateTo view full job requirements, please review the class specification found here.BenefitsThe City of Vacaville values the importance of our first responders and public safety staff. Employees enjoy a collaborative and team oriented working environment, 48/96 alternative work schedules, employee social and wellness activities through our CoV LIFE program, competitive pay and a generous benefits and retirement package. To learn more about our benefits for Full Time positions, please review our Benefits Summary page. Part-time positions are paid an hourly rate and can work up to a maximum of 129 hours per month. Part-time positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits (including CalPERS membership), and do not accrue leave time with the exception of state mandated sick leave (40 hours per year). Part-time positions are not covered by Social Security and are not eligible for the City of Vacaville's retirement plan through CalPERS and are therefore required to make 7.5% pre-tax contributions into a qualified plan under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA). For the City of Vacaville, the plan is a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Systems, Inc.
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vacaville, CA, 95687, US
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