Entry-Level & Lateral Firefighter Paramedic

The North Tahoe Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for current and future job openings from qualified individuals for the position of Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. Successful applicants shall provide the highest possible level of fire, rescue, and pre-hospital emergency medical services as part of a firefighting/emergency services team.

Position functional requirements: lays hose and directs fire streams, sets ladders, ventilates buildings, provides salvage/overhaul, uses hand and power tools; engages in wildland and urban interface firefighting; provides advanced life support emergency medical services; provides public education; assists in defensible space and prescribed burning programs; performs routine maintenance of station, apparatus and equipment; assists in fire inspections, investigations, prevention, and pre-planning activities; participates in drills and training activities; and performs other related duties. The applicant must maintain the physical endurance, muscular strength, and agility to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a firefighter, specifically including but not limited to stooping, lifting and/or carrying heavy objects, running, crawling, walking on uneven surfaces, working safely in or adjacent to moving water, climbing ladders, pulling heavy hoses, and wearing and carrying heavy equipment.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties: Respond to emergencies as assigned. Drive and operate ambulances and utility vehicles. Operate firefighting and rescue tools. Operate emergency medical tools and equipment to the level of training and certification. Operate safely in and around quarters and at emergency scenes. Fight fire inside and outside of structures and in the wildland. Perform other fire suppression tasks as assigned. Function at hazardous materials incidents as assigned. Function at emergency medical incidents as assigned. Function at any incident as assigned. Perform minor maintenance on District vehicles and equipment as assigned. Perform minor maintenance on District buildings and grounds as assigned. Perform snow removal around quarters and fire hydrants as assigned. Maintain physical conditioning to perform strenuous work under emergency conditions.

Schedule: This position requires a minimum of 56 hours per week. Probation: This position has a probationary period of one year.

Benefits: 100% District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family. Public Employees Retirement System. 100% District-paid life and long-term disability insurance. Vacation accrual (80-240 hours annually). Holidays (14 holidays annually). Sick leave (12 days annually). Compensatory Time Off (CTO) – maximum accrual 216 hours. Longevity increases: 5% increase after initial 10 years of service with the District and a percentage increase every 5 years thereafter for a maximum 27.63%.

All required material must be submitted prior to October 31, 2026 at 1600 hrs. Mailed, in-person, or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age, Current California Class C driver's license or equivalent, High school diploma or equivalent, Current CPAT card after January 1 2026, Current California State Paramedic License or National Registered Paramedic (California Licensed), Current CPR certification to Health Care Provider level, Current PALS or PEPP certification, One (1) year full-time firefighting experience and not on probation for Lateral applicants, California State Firefighter I certification or equivalent for Lateral applicants

Salary: $113,171.50 - $123,696.30 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-31