What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC (JOINT RECRUITMENT) position at City of Solana Beach, CA?
Location : Encinitas and Solana Beach, CA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2025 -FFPM-JOINT-MARCH
Department : Fire
Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
The Cities of Encinitas, Del Mar and Solana Beach are currently recruiting and creating an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter / Paramedic.
This is a combined recruitment / testing process for all three agencies led by the City of Encinitas.
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FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC OPPORTUNITY
The City of Del Mar, City of Encinitas, and City of Solana Beach Fire Departments are currently recruiting and creating an Eligibility List for current and future vacancies of the position of Firefighter / Paramedic. The ideal candidate for the position of Firefighter / Paramedic will possess exceptional communication skills, a strong customer service orientation, and a proactive, action-driven mindset. This individual will demonstrate initiative and the ability to utilize sound judgment to solve problems effectively.
Under the direction and supervision of a Company Officer, the Firefighter / Paramedic will be responsible for :
- Responding to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency incidents to protect life and property.
- Participating in fire prevention programs and inspections.
- Engaging in public education initiatives.
- Conducting station and apparatus maintenance.
- Participating in ongoing training activities.
We are seeking dedicated and professional individuals who are committed to serving their community with excellence and integrity.
To view the full job description, please see links below :
Salary $84,616 -$101,092
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RECRUITMENT TIMELINE & COMPONENTS ( All dates are tentative and subject to change without prior notice)
Candidates must pass each component in order to advance to the next step in the testing process.
The EMS Written Test will test your general paramedic knowledge on topics such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, skills knowledge, signs and symptoms, basic treatment, etc. This test will include San Diego County-specific protocol questions. All dates are tentative and subject to change without prior notice.
The Physical Ability Test was designed after an exhaustive job task analysis conducted by ARA / HUMAN FACTORS, one of the country's leading authorities on public safety job standards development. The test accurately reflects the physical demands of many fire suppression activities.
In order to participate in the testing processing, you must have submitted a Release and Waiver of Liability prior to the start of the testing. Waivers will be provided at the testing location.
Please click here to download information about Firefighter Physical Ability Testing
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Please visit FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC OPPORTUNITY to view the full job announcement and to submit your online application.
For Benefit information for the Cities of Del Mar, Encinitas and Solana Beach, please visit the following sites :
Salary : $84,616 - $101,092
