Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter/Paramedic

The City of Murrieta is accepting applications to fill current Firefighter/Paramedic vacancies within the Murrieta Fire & Rescue Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to one (2) years.

DEFINITION Under general supervision, responds to various types of emergencies; participates in the control and suppression of fires; rescues persons from burning structures and other hazardous situations; provides advanced life support; participates in activities associated with hazardous materials incidents; participates in fire prevention, station maintenance, and training activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to enable qualified individuals to perform the position's essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role's overall responsibilities

• Respond to fire and other emergency calls and participate in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; operate various firefighting/control equipment
• Provide advanced life support and pre-hospital care as allowed under the policies and procedures of the local medical director
• Assist in loading and transporting of victims; communicate with hospital and/or health care professionals concerning patient treatment and condition
• Complete all required reports and input into computer system
• Maintain and service all EMS equipment and restock and order supplies as needed
• Maintain all required certifications and meet continuing education requirements necessary to work as a paramedic
• Perform routine equipment checks and fire station duties and participate in required training activities
• Participate in fire prevention inspections and pre-incident planning of public and commercial buildings
• May participate in clean up and disposal of toxic/hazardous waste materials
• May drive fire apparatus and other staff vehicles
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must successfully pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List as of August 10, 2026. (If FCTC testing is needed please register at FCTC click here).

• To view upcoming Cal-JAC CPAT and FCTC Written Test dates, click here (
• Candidates experiencing financial hardship may qualify for financial aid to pay for their FCTC testing fees. (

Items marked with an asterisk (*) must be uploaded directly to the candidate FCTC profile.

• EMT-Paramedic license in the State of California*
• Certificate of Completion from a California State Firefighter I Academy or OSFM Firefighter I*
• Driving is an essential job function; therefore, a valid California Driver's License is required*
• Possess a current, valid Cal-Jac CPAT Card with an issue date between August 10, 2025 and August 10, 2026*

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required: Firefighter/Paramedic (Entry-Level)

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Coursework in Fire Science or a related field is desirable
• Firefighter/Paramedic (Entry-Level) - No previous experience required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Items marked with an asterisk (*) must be attached to the application.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)*
• EMT-Paramedic license in the State of California*
• Certificate of Completion from a California State Firefighter I Academy (OSFM Firefighter I also accepted)*
• Possess a current, valid Cal-Jac CPAT Card with an issue date between August 10, 2025 and August 10, 2026*
• California Class C Driver License*

If selected for hire, candidates will be required to submit copies of the following certificates later in the selection process.

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or RHeaRT certificate
• American Heart Association, American Red Cross or state approved BCLS/CPR certification or RHeaRT certificate
• California Class C Driver License
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) acquired within six months of hire
• Obtain local EMS accreditation within two months of hire date

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Disaster Service Workers In accordance with government code 3100, "Disaster Service Workers" (DSW) during emergencies. This law stipulates that public employees can be assigned to emergency activities to support the public's health, safety, and property during natural, man-made, or war-caused disasters.

Tier 6 – Full Background + Safety & Psychological Final candidates must successfully complete an extensive pre-employment screening process, including a full background investigation, Department of Justice Live Scan (DOJ/LS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint clearance, a safety (job-related) pre-employment physical examination, and a psychological evaluation.

WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF Basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices Pre-hospital paramedic-level assessment, treatment and medical aid techniques

ABILITY TO Think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations Perform moderate to strenuous physical activity Use and operate a variety of firefighting equipment Work safely Learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures Understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression Learn and apply fire code provisions and arson/fire investigation techniques Climb ladders Prepare a variety of reports using a computer and a variety of software programs Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective relation­ships with other employees and the community at large Represent the City in meetings and make presentations Meet the physical requirements established by the City

APPLICATION PROCEDURE A City application form and resume must be submitted online. Applicants can apply online at

SELECTION PROCESS Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process.

The examination process may include a combination of appraisal interviews, performance tests, and writing exercises designed to evaluate the candidates' skills, training, and experience.

Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. The City reserves the right to merge eligibility lists as needed. Final selection is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment requirements.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices such as recruitment, selection, and promotions are administered in a manner designed to ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state or local laws.

THE COMMUNITY Located just north of San Diego County, the City of Murrieta is home to approximately 120,000 people. Central to all of Southern California, residents of Murrieta live in one of the safest cities in the U.S. With top-ranked schools, 53 parks, and 1,300 acres of parks, trails, and open space, it is consistently ranked the top place to live in SW Riverside County. With a dynamic business environment, one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state, and a high median income. Murrieta offers its residents an exceptional quality of life in an engaged and connected community.

THE DEPARTMENT Murrieta Fire & Rescue (MFR) provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, technical rescue, hazardous materials mitigation, fire prevention, public education, and disaster preparedness, to approximately 33.6 square miles of southwestern Riverside County, California. The department delivers emergency services with