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DESCRIPTION The Operations Training and Safety Section is recruiting to create a candidate pool for current and future vacancies at the Firefighter rank. This Assistant Fire Training Officer (AFTO) recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. Only applications from current, qualified, non-probationary (at time of appointment) Firefighters will be accepted.

Work Schedule: The AFTO position requires a two (2) year minimum commitment on administrative assignment. The work schedule will be dependent on the needs of the training section and determined by the Operations Training and Safety Battalion Chief. ADDITIONAL PAY Per the OCPFA IAFF - Local 3631 MOU, AFTOs are eligible for 7.5% Staff Assignment Pay (SAP) and/or 10% Staff Incentive Pay (SIP)

If an employee is receiving paramedic pay at the time of transition to the AFTO position, the employee may continue receiving paramedic pay in lieu of the 10% SIP. Please refer to the OCPFA IAFF - Local 3631 MOU, page 105-106 (Article XXIV, Section 2.I.2) for additional information. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The person(s) selected will be incorporated into the full range of AFTO roles and responsibilities, including but not limited to: Training Activity Group (TAG) Reserve training Curriculum development Safety Officer program Performing live fire training This is an excellent opportunity to join our training team at the OCFA, serve with a training staff that is committed to quality "hands-on" operational training, be exposed to professional growth opportunities, and positively impact the future of the OCFA

Please click on the following links to view the complete classification specification for Firefighter. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS At time of appointment, must be an OCFA non-probationary Firefighter Current possession of, or completion within one (1) year of appointment, Instructor 1 Strong written communications and computer skills Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with others Willingness and the ability to work evenings and weekends If you are interested in being considered for this ambitious and rewarding assignment, please submit a cover memo of interest and a brief resume (two pages maximum) with your electronic application no later than 11:59 PM on Sunday, July 5, 2026. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY To apply, go to www.ocfa.org

Interested personnel are to submit the following: Online application Cover memo of interest Resume (two pages maximum) outlining your education, experience, and relevant background TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Last day to submit online application, memo of interest, and related certificates: Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM Oral Panel Interview: Week of July 13, 2026 Commitment Begins: TBD Please note, any changes to the above schedule will be made to meet the needs of the Authority and all applicants will be notified. QUESTIONS All questions regarding this position should be directed to Battalion Chief Chris Sotro, at christophersotro@ocfa.org or via telephone at (949) 919-1978. TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH NEOGOV Please contact the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or via email at dukesteppe@ocfa.org

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or via email at dukesteppe@ocfa.org no later than 72 hours prior to the need for an accommodation. WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS If an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process, you are required to submit an email notification to Duke Steppe at dukesteppe@ocfa.org requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number

NOTE The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.