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Assistant Fire Nurse Manager


Job Location:

Riverside, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 123949 - 173972
Posted: 13 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Fire Department is currently recruiting for an Assistant Fire Nurse Manager located in Riverside. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for supporting the Chief of Support addition the Assistant Nurse Fire Manager will assist in the development of policies and procedures and supervise the Continuous Quality Improvement Plan. The incumbent will also promote collaboration among other departments units programs and physicians.

Seeking candidates that possess a BSNand experience in pre-hospital care (i.e. critical care responding to emergencies ICU and or emergency room).

Candidates with the following certifications are encouraged to apply: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) and/or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).

License and Certificates:
  • Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Fire Department is one of Californias largest integrated cooperative regional fire protection organizations. The Department a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside serves 19 partner agencies and 1 community service district. The Department has five core values: Leadership Competence Integrity Safety and Customer Service.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Support the Support Services Division Chief EMS Battalion Chief and his/her assistants in planning coordinating and supervising the work of nursing personnel for the EMS Bureau programs or departments.

  • Evaluate or assist in evaluating the performance of subordinate personnel; assist in the scheduling of personnel and approving time cards; assist in the coordination of in-service educational programs and staff meetings; assist preceptors in developing unit orientation programs for new nurses or program staff.

  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures standards of care and practice and in the monitoring of prehospital care in relation to those standards to assure compliance with Riverside County EMS Agency Regulation Title XXII and other regulatory standards such as those required by EMSA REMSA RUHS-MC RUHS-PH mental health or public health program grants; advise staff on the interpretation and application of agency policies laws and regulations.

  • Assist in preparing administrative records reports and correspondence related to budget and unit or program operations.

  • Promote reliability in the acuity classification of patients and supervise as needed to meet staffing requirements.

  • Promote collaboration among other departments units programs and physicians; represent assigned unit(s) or programs in committee meetings; may address local groups on public health matters

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I
Education:
Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the State of California. A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing is preferred.
Experience:Three years as a full time Registered Nurse in any healthcare addition to the required experience one year of senior or supervisory experience is also required. Experience gained as an Interim Permit Nurse may be substituted for the required experience. For some positions one year of experience in Community Health Nursing is required. A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
OPTION II
Education:
Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the State of California. A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field is preferred.
Experience: Two years of full time supervisory nursing in any healthcare facility.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of:
Application of the nursing process; full range of registered nurse duties and responsibilities; principles and methods of supervision and training; basic management skills; problem solving techniques.
Ability to: Plan organize supervise and evaluate nursing services within specific unit(s); communicate effectively; positively manage change and conflict; interpret licensure and accreditation standards; analyze and draft department policies and procedures; apply productive problem-solving skills; write clear and concise reports; perform registered nurse or public health nurse responsibilities according to the State of California Nurse Practice Act; implement the nursing process.

Other Requirements
License/Certificate:
Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Public Health Nursing Certificate in the State of California.
Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment:

Contact the recruiter Mary Miller at or via email at with any questions regarding this recruitment. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

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Required Experience:

Manager