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The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic II - Lateral. Three (3) vacancies currently exist within the department. This recruitment will also be used to establish a list for future vacancies that may occur over the next 12-month period. Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics perform skilled work in emergency fire suppression, emergency medical care, fire prevention, investigation activities, ALS transportation and other activities that support the protection of life and property. Firefighter/Paramedics assume primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency, assist in the maintenance and care of all stations, apparatus and equipment and perform other related duties normally associated with the position of a professional Firefighter/Paramedic. Firefighter/Paramedic II is the journey level and performs the full range of Firefighter and Paramedic duties.

Compensation: $131,451- $188,025/annually *The minimum salary listed includes base pay, holiday pay, EMT pay, and education & uniform allowances. The maximum salary includes maximum base pay, holiday pay, EMT pay, bachelor's degree, Senior Firefighter III, bilingual pay, and continuing education & uniform allowances.

Additional Information on Compensation and Other Benefits:

• Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree and 5% for Bachelor's Degree
• Holiday Pay - 3.38%
• Senior Firefighter Program - 2.5-11% (depends on qualifications)
• Bilingual Premium - 2.5% per pay period
• Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,200/year
• Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans
• Generous vacation accruals
• Participation in CalPERS Retirement System

Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics currently work a 48/96 shift schedule, resulting in an average workweek of 56 hours. Additional information, including benefit details and incentive pay, can be found on our website at www.cityofvacaville.gov. The City of Vacaville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses through our Veterans Preference Points Policy.

The City of Vacaville is seeking an enthusiastic, journey-level fire service professional with a positive attitude who is excited to become part of a community service-driven team. The ideal candidate will be:

• A team player who has empathy toward the community and coworkers and possesses a high level of emotional intelligence;
• A professional firefighter paramedic who can quickly assimilate into a high-performing all-risk emergency response team;
• A field-proven, paramedic-level EMS provider with a track record of competent and compassionate patient care;
• Well versed in modern fire service practices; and
• Knowledgeable in fire science and prehospital medical care.

Qualifications

Education: Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I training (or equivalent) curriculum is required. College-level coursework in fire science is desirable.

Experience: One year paid full-time professional experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic in an all-risk fire department that provides services similar to those of the City of Vacaville is required. Two or more years experience is desirable.

License and Certificate Requirements:

• Possession of current, valid California Paramedic License
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 (or reciprocity). Possession of California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 2 (or reciprocity) is desirable
• Possession of a California driver's license, Class B or C, with a Firefighter Endorsement or better
• Possession of a current, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card issued in accordance with the guidelines of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)
• Possession of a Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professional certification (PEPP)
• Possession of a Prehospital Trauma Life Support certification (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support/International Trauma Life Support certification (BTLS/ITLS)
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Rescue Systems 1 Certification is desirable
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Driver/Operator 1A Certification is desirable

This recruitment is open and continuous and may close at any time. The next review of applicants will take place on August 24, 2026. A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by the closing of this recruitment. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet. If unable to apply online, application packets can be obtained in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.

City of Vacaville application, supplemental questionnaire and the following clear and legible documents must be received in the Human Resources Department by the closing of this recruitment:

• Current, valid California Paramedic License
• California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 (or reciprocity). Possession of California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 2 (or reciprocity) is desirable
• California driver's license, Class B or C, with a Firefighter Endorsement or better
• Current, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card issued in accordance with the guidelines of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professional certification (PEPP)
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support certification (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support/International Trauma Life Support certification (BTLS/ITLS)

Documentation can be submitted in the following ways:

1. Attached to your online application, or
2. Faxed* to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
3. Submitted in person, or via mail*, to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.

* The City of Vacaville is not responsible for problems associated with mail service/delivery and/or fax machine failure. Postmarks will not be accepted.

The City of Vacaville is a proud organization of sophisticated, compassionate and hard-working individuals committed to honesty and integrity. Applicants considered for appointment will be required to undergo the following including, but not limited to, a thorough background investigation including CVSA exam, a complete medical exam and a psychological exam.

The City of Vacaville is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.