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Salary : $124,546.24 - $151,394.88 Annually
Location : Chino Hills, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-05
Department: Emergency Services- Suppression
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/8/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
Attention Applicants: Failure to thoroughly read the entire job posting may result in disqualification; ensure compliance with all document requirements.
Important Applicant Notice:

• Entry-Level Applicants (No Fire Department Experience): You must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL)on 07/08/2026 to be eligible to apply.
  • For information on how to apply for the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List, please visit
• Lateral Applicants (Current or Former Fire Department Experience): You are not required to be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) to be eligible to apply.

Lateral Applicant Eligibility: A Lateral applicant is an individual with current or former full-time paid professional fire department experience, consisting of at least one year of service, who has successfully completed their probationary period with a fire department.
Both Entry-Level and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic hires will complete a short department orientation program upon hire in lieu of a traditional recruit academy.
Chino Valley Fire District is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter Paramedic. Our Mission is to provide exceptional service while safeguarding the community. As an organization, we do this by hiring employees who seek excellence in everything they do, remain accountable, value the public's trust above all, and continuously seek improvement. We aim for our culture to match our Values of Faithfulness,Integrity, Respect, and ExcellenceWe welcome you to begin the first steps of joining our fire family with this application process.
Chino Valley Fire District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responds to emergency and routine alarms as part of a firefighting team, lays hose, sets ladders, ventilates buildings, and performs salvage/overhaul functions
• Provides basic and advanced life support services to ill and injured persons in accordance with policies and protocols
• Compiles necessary reports
• Attends all workshops and continuing education classes required to maintain Paramedic certification
• Performs routine maintenance of assigned station, apparatus, and related equipment
• Assists in fire safety inspections of buildings for adherence to regulations or in emergency pre-planning activities
• Participates in scheduled drills and training activities
• Performs other related duties

Firefighter Paramedic Job Description
*The salary listed in this job posting reflects the 3% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) effective July 1, 2026. The Job Description linked above displays salary rates prior to the COLA increase and may show lower amounts.
QUALIFICATIONS
For Entry Level Applicants
At the time of application, applicants must attach:

• Successful completion of an accredited California State Fire Academy or a Firefighter I certificate issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal, or a verifiable out-of-state equivalent
• State of California Paramedic License or Nationally Registered Paramedic Certificate (formerly NREMT-P)
• Proof of American Heart Association ACLS and BLS certifications

By the time of appointment (anticipated in mid-September), applicants must provide the following documents:

• Proof of San Bernardino County Paramedic Accreditation (ICEMA) (District will sponsor successful candidates to meet ICEMA requirements)

For Lateral Applicants
By the time of appointment (anticipated in mid-September), applicants must provide the following documents:

• Successful completion of an accredited California State Fire Academy or a Firefighter I certificate issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal, or a verifiable out-of-state equivalent
• State of California Paramedic License or Nationally Registered Paramedic Certificate (formerly NREMT-P)
• Proof of American Heart Association ACLS and BLS certifications
• Proof of San Bernardino County Paramedic Accreditation (ICEMA) (District will sponsor successful candidates to meet ICEMA requirements)
• CPAT or Biddle Certification - Completion of a CPAT or Biddle test within 12 months prior to hire is required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school graduate/GED equivalent
• Possession and satisfactory maintenance of a valid Class C driver's license, or officially recognized equivalent.
• Entry-Level Applicants (No Fire Department Experience): You are required to be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) on 07/08/26 to be eligible to apply.
  • Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card must be dated between 07/08/25 and 07/08/26.
  • A passing score on the FCTC Written Test must be dated between 07/08/25 and 07/08/26.
  • To view upcoming Cal-JAC CPAT and FCTC Written Test dates, click here ().
  • Candidates experiencing financial hardship may qualify for financial aid to pay for their FCTC testing fees. ()
  • CPAT completed between 07/08/25 - 07/08/26 (required)
• Lateral Applicants (Current or Former Fire Department Experience): You are not required to be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) to be eligible to apply.
  • Again, Biddle Certification is also accepted for lateral applicants only. For laterals, a CPAT or BIDDLE Card must be obtained prior to appointment.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Failure to provide required documentation will result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants are required to keep the District informed of any change in contact information. All information provided by the applicant will be subject to verification and investigation, which may cover the employment record and character of the applicant. Applicants are also expected to review and be in compliance with the District's .
SELECTION PROCESS
Recruitment Timeline

• Week of July 27, 2026: Firefighter Paramedic Testing
• Early August: Background Investigation & Pre-Employment Process(may extend through September 7, if needed)
• Mid to Late September: New Hire Orientation
• Late September: Badge Pinning Ceremony

Please note: Dates are subject to change based on operational needs.
May include the following:
Application Appraisal, Written Examination, Practical Examination, Panel Interview, Background Investigation, Reference Check, and Physical Examination including Drug Screen.
Applications received during the open recruitment period will be screened for conformance with the minimum required qualifications listed above. Those applications not meeting the position's minimum requirements or lacking copies of all required certifications will be rejected. All statements made on an employment application are subject to verification
***Due to the high amounts of applications the District has to process, failure to provide the required documentation will automatically result in disqualification from the selection process.
All information regarding compensation and benefits is provided in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Chino Valley Professional Firefighters. The Firefighter Paramedic benefits summary is an overview of provisions from the MOU for the Firefighter Paramedic job classification. Please click on links below to review the MOU and Firefighter Paramedic benefits summary.
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Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a High School Diploma or received an equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question