Firefighter/Paramedic I at City of Vacaville – Vacaville, California
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About This Position
The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic I.
Four (4) vacancies currently exist within the department, and an additional four (4) vacancies are anticipated. The academy is expected to begin in January 2026 (pending budget approval). 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 tasks 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 I is the entry classification of the series. Incumbents are promoted to Firefighter/Paramedic II upon successful completion of the Vacaville in-house training academy (20 weeks). The City of Vacaville no longer requires the completion of the Firefighter I training curriculum to be eligible for this position. Please see the new minimum qualifications below.
Firefighter/Paramedic I salary: $106,224.14/annually (during in-house academy)
Firefighter/Paramedic II salary: $119,502.78 - $145,256.84/annually
Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics currently work a 48/96 shift schedule, resulting in an average work week of 56 hours.
See the Application Process section for important information.
The Ideal Candidate
The City of Vacaville is seeking an enthusiastic, entry-level fire service professional with a positive attitude who is eager to join a community-focused, service-driven team.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a collaborative team player who demonstrates empathy for both the community and coworkers, and possesses strong emotional intelligence;
- Be an experienced paramedic-level EMS provider with a proven record of delivering skilled, compassionate patient care;
- Have a clear career goal of becoming a firefighter; and
- Bring dedication, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public service to our department.
Education: Equivalent to the completion of 12th grade.
Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I training, or equivalent, curriculum is desirable. College-level coursework in fire science is desirable.
Experience: None required.
The following qualifications are desirable: One (1) year of paid experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic, two (2) years of experience in emergency response ambulance transport Paramedic, and/or possession of the California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certification.
License and Certificate Requirements (at time of application):
- Must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List
- Current, valid California Paramedic License
- Current, valid ACLS certificate (issued by American Heart Association or equivalent)
- Current, valid PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEPP (Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals) Certification
- Current, valid PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) or BTLS/ITLS (Basic Trauma Life Support/International Life Support) Certification
- CFF JAC CPAT "Card of Completion" indicating completion of the CPAT within 12 months prior to the appointment date
Final Filing Date: 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Candidates applying for this position must complete the following by 5:30 p.m., September 2, 2025:
- Submit a City of Vacaville application with required documents (Section A)
- Be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List. Please visit www.FCTConline.org for information (Section B)
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 items must be received in the Human Resources Department by 5:30 p.m. on the final filing date.
Copies (clear and legible) of the following documents must be submitted by the final filing date (postmarks are not accepted):
- Current, valid California Paramedic License
- Optional Certifications (attach if you possess these now): Firefighter 1 Certification; ACLS Certification; PALS or PEPP Certification; PHTLS or BTLS/ITLS Certification; CFF JAC CPAT Card of Completion
- Attached to your online application, or
- Faxed* to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
- Submitted in person, or via mail*, to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.
Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SECTION B):
The City of Vacaville Fire Department requires candidates to be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility list at the close of the recruitment. To learn more about this eligibility list and instructions on how to be placed on this list go to www.fctconline.org. Information on how to register for the CPAT ability tests and written tests, as well as study materials, can be found on the website.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Background Process for Selected Candidates: October/November/December 2025