Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter/ParamedicThe North County Fire Protection District is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.Firefighter/Paramedics are assigned to a 56-hour workweek on a 3 platoon, 24-hour shift basis, 48/96 work schedule.Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Responds to emergency and non-emergency type calls for service to protect life, property and the environmentProvides basic and advanced life supportParticipates in all fire suppression, prevention and public education activitiesPerforms station, equipment and apparatus maintenanceDrives and operates various types of emergency apparatus and equipmentParticipates in training activitiesOther related duties as requiredEducational requirements:High school diploma or GED CertificateCompletion of a CSFM accredited Firefighter I AcademyA minimum of six months full-time EMT-P field experience is highly desirableLicenses and certifications:California Class "C" Driver's License (must maintain insurability by the District's liability carrier)Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational (FRO) CertificateCurrent ACLS CardSan Diego County accreditation as an EMT-ParamedicCompletion of FF I AcademyProof of completion of firefighter physical agility test issued no earlier than one year from the recruitment filing deadline. Acceptable physical agility tests include CPAT or BiddleGeneral knowledge and experience:Basic apparatus and equipment mechanics, maintenance and operationsEmergency rescue procedures and practices involving fire, chemical and other threatsFirefighting principles, techniques and principles of hydraulics applied to fire suppressionParamedic skills and abilitiesRegulations regarding fire prevention, safety, fire codes and rescue methods including state laws, municipal codes and ordinances related to fire prevention and inspection workHazardous, toxic and/or explosive materialsArea terrain, geography and roadways and other relevant characteristicsThe position requires the ability to:Perform strenuous work under adverse conditions of extended periods of timeReact quickly and calmly in emergency situationsLearn and retain information on procedures, protocols and practices related to medical, fire and other emergency responsesCandidates must have the ability to pass psychiatric, medical and physical agility examinationsPhysical requirements:Candidates must have the ability to successfully complete the NCFPD physical fitness exam and maintain physical condition, endurance, and agility appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. See Firefighter/Paramedic job description for a complete list of requirements.Special requirements:Candidates may be subject to a background checkCandidates must have the ability to pass a medical and psychological examinationEmployees are required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period.Benefits of employment:Additional specific information regarding retirement and other available benefits can be obtained from the Safety Employee Memorandum of Understanding available on the District's website. Paper copies are also available – please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Retirement benefits provided by the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) for either "CLASSIC" employees or "NEW" employees, as defined by the California Pension Act of 2013.CLASSIC employees with 3% at age 55 formula for Safety employees. Employees with this classification are responsible for their 9% contribution.A "NEW" employee is defined as: The District provides retirement benefits described in California Government Code, Section 7522.25, known commonly as 2.7% at 57. A "NEW" employee shall pay the higher of nine percent (9%) or one-half the total normal cost [up to a maximum of twelve percent (12%) as determined by CalPERS, as their employee retirement contribution.Health insurance: Benefit plan including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability plan (LTD), and AD&D. The District pays an amount equal to 90% of the current Blue Shield HMO premium for the Employee's designated coverage. Employees may waive District sponsored healthcare and receive an incentive of 50% of the of the current premium for the employee's applicable benefit tier if they can provide evidence of healthcare coverage. All monies will be contributed on the employee's behalf to the Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Trust. There will be no cash option for this incentive.Sick leave: 144 hours per year, accrual in excess of 540 hours after 5 years of service is paid into an individual account in the post-retirement medical benefit trust June 30th each year.Annual leave: Accrual in excess of 480 hours is paid at straight time July 1st, each year into the employee's Post-Retirement Medical Benefit Trust.Number of months hours of annual leave:0-36 months of service = 120 hours per year37-120 months of service = 180 hours per year121+ months of service = 240 hours per yearHolidays: The District compensates employees assigned to a 56-hour workweek for 144 hours of holiday in-lieu pay each year, divided among biweekly paychecks.Uniforms: The District provides all required uniforms as all required safety clothing and gear for new employees.Tuition reimbursement: The District will reimburse employees for approved career path and formal education classes as defined in the current Safety MOU.Deferred compensation program: District employees may elect to contribute by payroll deduction into available Deferred Compensation Programs.How to apply:Complete application packages must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 19, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.The following components are necessary for a complete application package:NCFPD Application for Employment (completed online)Resume (uploaded with your application)Copies of all required licenses and certificates uploaded with your application) California Class "C" Driver's LicenseHazardous Materials First Responder Operational (FRO) CertificateCurrent ACLS CardSan Diego County accreditation as an EMT-ParamedicCompletion of FF I AcademyProof of completion of firefighter physical agility test issued no earlier than one year from the recruitment filing deadline. Acceptable physical agility tests include CPAT or BiddleFor questions regarding the application process or the position, contact the Human Resources Division at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.Test process:Review of credentials/application materials. Candidates determined as best qualified will proceed to the next stage in the selection procedure.The testing process may consist of a written exam, an oral panel interview, skills testing, and an interview with executive Chief Officers.Test Date: December 8, 2026In order to successfully pass the evaluation process, a candidate must successfully pass each component of the exam; a combined total score that comprises a passing grade is unacceptable if any portion of the exam was not successfully passed. NCFPD defines a passing score as 70% or greater for each component. Regardless of the classification/category of the employee, there will be no retesting of any portion of the examination for which a passing grade is not received. Candidates who successfully pass will be put on an eligibility list for