Firefighter/Paramedic

Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Tentative Assessment Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025

We are looking for individuals who exemplify the values of integrity and teamwork and have a desire to help people! As a Firefighter/Paramedic, you’ll respond to fire and medical emergencies, public service incidents, and fire safety and code enforcement inspections. If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and have a desire to serve your community, apply today! 

The Community

El Paso de Robles, or "The Pass of the Oaks," is located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, in San Luis Obispo County. Paso Robles is surrounded by scenic rolling hills and California’s premier wine regions and is only 27 miles from beautiful beaches. This thriving community of over 30,000 actively engaged residents possesses the benefits of a suburban-rural community while retaining a small-town feel. With over 200 wineries nearby and a bustling downtown with a variety of excellent restaurants and specialty retail, Paso Robles is fast becoming one of the most desirable places to live, work, and play.

Paso Robles has a long history of agriculture and hospitality resulting in a strong work ethic and an enjoyable quality of life. Once hailed as the “Almond Capital of the World”, Paso Robles is now known for top quality food, wine, beer, distilled spirits, and an annual calendar filled with events that celebrate everything from wine to pioneers to classic cars. Paso Robles has been honored by the national media, including Country Living’s “10 Best Small Towns in America”; Travel and Leisure Magazine’s “Best Small Towns to Retire to in America”; the Today Show’s “Top Summer Destination for 2021”; a New York Times “Must Visit Region”; Sunset Magazine’s “Best Travel Spots for 2021”; and Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s “Wine Region of the Year”.

The City understands the importance of business development and works hard to attract commerce in a diverse array of industries. The economic outlook for Paso Robles continues to be strong. The housing market is robust and offers a wide array of housing choices including new neighborhoods, houses with acreage, infill, and charming Victorian homes, with a median home price of about $634,500. Paso Robles also has excellent schools, both public and private. Approximately half an hour away is the nationally ranked Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo, and within the city of Paso Robles is Cuesta College, North County Campus.  

The Organization

The City was incorporated in 1889 as a general law City that operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a general population of 30,907 as of January 1, 2024. The governing body consists of a five-member City Council and, beginning in 2020, the City is now divided into four voting districts, each district represented by one City Councilmember residing in that district; the Mayor’s position remains at-large. The voters also elect one City Treasurer at-large. All six elected positions are non-partisan. The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, is the Chief Executive Officer, and is empowered to appoint all non-elected employees, except for the City Attorney.

The City has a total annual budget of $170 million for fiscal year 2024/2025, and a total of 304.4 FTEs across the departments of: Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Community Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Police, Public Works, and Utilities.

• Respond to fire, medical, and other emergencies
• Render advanced life support medical skills
• Take appropriate action to protect life, provide for incident stabilization, property conservation, and protect the environment using a proper risk assessment
• Connect and lay hose lines; enter burning area, including structures and grass and brush fires with hose lines, foam and other extinguishing agents
• Assist in operation of nozzles and directing water streams
• Operate a variety of auxiliary firefighting equipment 
• Assist in educating the public in emergency preparedness measures
• Participate in code enforcement and fire prevention measures
• Perform residential and commercial building inspections 
• Maintain current knowledge of firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical service procedures
• Participate in pre-fire planning
• Maintain and service fire vehicles and equipment
• Clean and maintain fire stations
• Maintain good physical condition
• Perform other tasks as required

• Principles, practices, methods, and procedures of modern firefighting, including prevention, inspection, emergency response, rescue medical aid, and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus
• Federal, state, and City codes, regulations, policies, agreements, technical processes, and procedures related to City and departmental activities
• Business letter writing, techniques for preparing informational materials and the standard format for reports, correspondence, and other written materials
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Occupational safety and health rules and regulations
• Computer applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications
• Records management principles and practices
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public, representatives of other agencies, and City staff

• Maintain firefighting equipment and apparatus
• Render emergency medical care at the paramedic level
• Demonstrate sound judgment, and remain calm and make decisions in emergency situations
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines
• Organize own work, initiating processes, coordinating projects, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction
• Maintain good physical condition
• Take a proactive approach to customer service issues
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
• Make accurate arithmetic and statistical calculations

• State Firefighter I Academy Certificate from an accredited agency recognized by the State Fire Marshal or an agency having authority, and/or a State Firefighter I Certificate issued by the Office of State Fire Marshal, IFSAC, or PRO Board
• Current California and/or National Registry Paramedic License
• At minimum, a valid California Class C driver license, and a satisfactory driving record

• San Luis Obispo County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency Paramedic Accreditation
• San Luis Obispo EMS Agency required training and certificates per SLO EMS policy #342

• State Firefighter I Certificate (if not in possession at time of appointment) 

• California State Fire Marshal Driver Operator 1A and Driver Operator 1B
• California State Fire Marshal Firefighter II Certificate
• Rescue Systems I

Interested candidates must submit an employment application and the requirements listed below by Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Candidates must complete all requirements. Failure to do so may lead to disqualification. This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

• The following must be attached to your application:
  1. Firefighter I Academy Certificate and/or State Firefighter I Certificate issued by the Office of State Fire Marshal, IFSAC, or PRO Board 
  2. Current California and/or National Registry Paramedic License
     • Applicants who have completed a paramedic training program and passed the state exam but have not yet received their paramedic license may provide a copy of their results for a test dated on or before March 5, 2025 to be considered.
  3. A copy of your State Fire Training History or IQCS Master Record
     
     
     
     

• The following must be attached to your application:
  1. Firefighter I Academy Certificate and/or State Firefighter I Certificate issued by the Office of State Fire Marshal, IFSAC, or PRO Board 
  2. Current California and/or National Registry Paramedic License      
     • Applicants who have completed a paramedic training program and passed the exam but have not yet received their paramedic license may provide a copy of their results for a test dated on or before March 5, 2025 to be considered. 
  3. A copy of your State Fire Training History or IQCS Master Record
• Must be current on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) on March 5, 2025. A passing score on the FCTC written test and CPAT must be dated between March 5, 2024 and March 5, 2025. It is highly recommended that candidates confirm their active status on the SEL at time of application. Any expired documents (such as a driver license) can lead to being removed from the list. 

Application materials received by the filing date will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness and job-related qualifications. A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process which may be any combination of written, oral, and/or performance exams. All statements made in the application materials are subject to verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification or discharge.

Appointment is subject to successfully passing a pre-employment physical, psychological exam, background, and criminal history check. Before starting work, applicants must present documentation of their identity, authorization to work in the United States and a DMV driving record. The City of Paso Robles participates in E-Verify (more information can be found at PRCity.com/HR). Following appointment, a 12-month probationary period may be required as the final phase of the appointment process. The email address you provide on the City application will be the primary means of communication the City will use to contact you regarding your application and this recruitment.

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (805) 237-3962, or by email at Jobs@PRCity.com.

All persons employed by the City of Paso Robles are designated as "disaster service workers" as defined in the California Government Code section 3100 and 3101.

The City of Paso Robles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Salary : $90,359 - $114,849