Firefighter Paramedic - Professional Experience
Firefighter Paramedic - Professional Experience
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DESCRIPTION
The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently accepting applications for Firefighter Paramedic - Professional Experience. Candidates must agree to a two-year assignment in a paramedic post position. Please review the entire recruitment bulletin for important information before applying.
Salary (during academy):
$7741.07 per month (Step 7 of Firefighter Classification) 9% EMT Bonus $8437.77 per monthSalary upon paramedic accreditation/activation (approximately week 22 of employment):
$7953.95* per month (Step 7 of Firefighter Classification) 9% EMT Bonus 15% Paramedic Bonus $9862.90 per month*Salary listed includes a 2.75% increase due on March 20 2026 per Article XXIV Section 2 of theOCPFA Local 3631 MOU.
24-MonthSalary Outlook:
Effective February 4 2028 a candidate who is hired as part of this selection process may be making up to $11275.85 per month (step 12 $9093.43 9% EMT Bonus 15% Paramedic Bonus). This salary does not include possible future negotiated cost of living increases.Medical Vision and Dental Benefits:
A Firefighter/Paramedic with no dependents pays ZERO ($0)out of pocket for PPO Medical and Vision. Optional PPO Dental insurance is only $6.00 per month. Please use link below to learn more about benefits available for this position.OCFA FIRE ACADEMY:
Candidates who successfully complete the selection process and are selected for employment with the Orange County Fire Authority must successfully complete a nineteen (19) week firefighter academy.
ORANGE COUNTY PARAMEDIC ACCREDITATION:
MUSTcomplete Orange County Paramedic Accreditation.
PROBATION PERIOD:
Fifty-two (52) weeks / 364 days from the date of appointment (first day of fire academy).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION (position requirements at time of application):
- Possession of a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of six (6) months of experience as a paid full-time Firefighter/Paramedic (dual role) with a government agency by July 6 2025
Examples of government experience includes cities counties public education institutions special districts/authorities Tribal and state and federal government.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (position requirements at time of application):
- Possession of a valid current California or National Registry Paramedic License
- Possession of a valid Class C California Driver License or out of state equivalent
- Candidates who possess an out of state equivalent license must possess a Commercial Drivers License at time of appointment.
Applicants MUSTattach a copy of their valid current California or National Registry Paramedic License at time of application submission. Failure to submit required documentation at time of application will result in disqualification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS*:
July 6 2025 at 11:59 p.m.: Last day to apply on-line
July 26 August 3 2025: Biddle Physical Agility Test coordinated by the OCFA
- Possession of a current Biddle Certificate within the last 6 months may be substituted for this portion of the selection process(January 6 2025 Current)
August 11 - 29 2025: Paramedic Assessment Center (Interview/Skills/Written)
TBD: Eligibility List Established
September: Chiefs Interview
October 1 November 30 2025: Background Investigation Pre-employment Medical Examination and Pre-Academy Physical Fitness Assessment
December 12 2025: Academy On-Boarding Orientation
February 6 2026: Family Orientation/Date of Hire/First Day of Fire Academy (19-week academy)
June 18 2026: Academy Graduation
*Please note all dates are subject to change.
ONLINE APPLICATION:
Human Resources will screen all applications for minimum qualifications as listed above.
BIDDLE PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAMINATION:
Candidates must pass the Biddle Physical Ability Test in a time of 9 minutes and 34 seconds or less. The Biddle Physical Ability Test will be coordinated by the OCFA at a nearby Orange County college (TBD) and proctored by the college staff.- Possession of a current Biddle Certificate within the last 6 months may be substituted for this portion of the selection process (January 6 2025 Current).
- Candidates MUST attach a copy of their valid Biddle Physical Ability Certificate completed between January 6 2025 through July 6 2025 to their application in order to substitute for participation in this portion of the selection process.
- Possession of a CPAT will NOT be accepted in lieu of the Biddle Physical Agility Examination portion of the selection process.
Human Resources will notify candidates byEMAILof the scheduled dates times and locations. Candidates will be required to pay the cost of the Biddle Physical Ability Test (approximately $40.00) at time of examination. All candidates who pass the Biddle Physical Ability Test (or attach a valid copy of a Biddle to their application) will be invited to the Paramedic Assessment Center.
PARAMEDIC ASSESSMENT CENTER:
The Paramedic Assessment Center consist of:- Paramedic Written Exam
- Oral Interview
- Practical Paramedic Skills Examination
PARAMEDIC WRITTEN EXAMINATION:
The minimum passing score is 80%. The written exam will have a weight of 15% of the candidates overall score.
PANEL ORAL INTERVIEW:
The minimum passing score is 80%. The panel interview will have a weight of 50% of the candidates overall score.
PARAMEDIC SKILLS EXAMINATION:
The minimum passing score is 80%. The paramedic skills examination will have a weight of 35% of the candidates overall score. Candidates who achieve passing scores on all portions of the paramedic assessment center will be placed on the eligibility list.
Human Resources will arrange the Paramedic Assessment Center. Human Resources will notify referred candidates byEMAILof the scheduled dates times and locations.
ELIGIBILITY LIST:
Placement on the eligibility list will be established based on a combination the written examination (15%) panel oral interview scores (50%) and paramedic assessment examination (35%). The Biddle Physical Ability Test is pass/fail. The eligibility list will remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of establishment or until all the names on the list are exhausted. The eligibility list may be extended or abolished at the discretion of the Assistant Chief / Human Resources Director.
CHIEFS INTERVIEW:
Candidates who successfully complete the Chiefs interview may be invited to begin the pre-employment background process.
Human Resources will arrange the Chiefs interview. Human Resources will notify referred candidates byEMAIL of the scheduled dates times and locations.
SELECTION:
Tentative selections will be completed after the Paramedic Assessment Center. Final placement in any academy will be determined based on successful completion of:- Pre-employment medical examination
- Background check
- Pre-academy physical fitness assessment
PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
Candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment medical exam including a drug screen through the OCFAs designated physician.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND:
Candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to fingerprinting current and previous employment history check reference check DMV check criminal history check and licensure/certification check.
PRE-ACADEMY PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT:
Candidate must complete a comprehensive Pre-Academy Physical Fitness Assessment through the OCFAs designated assessment vendor.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal conviction check (Live-Scan) comprehensive pre-employment medical exam and drug screen and pre-academy physical fitness assessment.
After an offer of employment is made a candidate must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.LOYALTY OATH:
All new employees must take an oath of allegiance to the United States of America and the State of California.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA ACCOMMODATION):
In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Brad Stephens Senior Human Resources Analyst at (714) 573 - 6816 or via email at within 72 hours prior to the need for the accommodation.
TOBACCO PRODUCTS:
Employees represented by the OCPFA hired after September 1 2016 are not permitted to use tobacco products on or off duty.
QUESTIONS:
All questions regarding this position should be directed to Brad Stephens Senior Human Resources Analyst at (714) 573 - 6816 or via email at.
NOTE:
The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
