Firefighter Paramedic

This recruitment is to fill one current vacancy, as well as establish an eligibility list for up to two years for any future vacancies. The successful candidate will be hired into a full-time benefitted 56-hour week position. Under supervision, the successful candidate will participate in firefighting and fire prevention activities in protecting life, the environment, and property; respond to medical, and rescue-related emergencies; respond to hazardous material incidents; respond to automatic and mutual aid incidents; assist in the maintenance and repair of fire stations, fire-fighting apparatus and equipment; participate in related training and manipulative drills; and perform related duties as required.

Benefits: Retirement through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) with 2.7% at 57 for new members or 3% @ 50 for classic members. Cafeteria-style health benefits program through CalPERS. Vacation Leave: 112 hours per year, increased based on length of service. 12 Paid 24-hour Holidays, that can be taken as time off or cashed out each year. Sick Leave: 144 hours accrued per year.

Applications must be returned via email at d.willemse@runningspringsfd.org by October 30th, 2026 at 1700 Hrs. Individuals can obtain the application at the Department website https://www.runningspringsfire.org/employment or in person at 31250 Hilltop Blvd., Running Springs, CA 92382.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, Firefighter I Academy certificate of completion or CSFM Firefighter I certification at time of appointment, Current EMT-Paramedic certification at time of appointment with ability to obtain and maintain ICEMA Paramedic Accreditation within 30 days of appointment, Valid California EMT-P license, Desirable: HazMat First Responder-Operational (FRO), Confined Space Operations, LARRO and Rescue Systems I certifications

Salary: $90,667.00 - $110,191.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-30