FIRE Foundry Firefighter Paramedic Trainee

ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

Marin County Fire Department: Our employees are important assets in the actualization of our mission. They each play a vital role and carry the responsibility to express our department values in their daily work. Click on the “MCFD” link to learn more about our department and the people who make our organization a great place to work: MCFD

ABOUT THE POSITION

The FIRE Foundry Firefighter Paramedic Trainee responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency situations with the goal of developing full proficiency in fire suppression and emergency medical services, including Advanced Life Support (ALS) care as a licensed paramedic. This is a trainee-level position designed to prepare candidates for advancement to Firefighter Paramedic through a structured development program.

Trainees perform all duties of a firefighter while gaining field experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), completing paramedic prerequisites, and progressing through a department-sponsored paramedic training program.

FIRE Foundry Firefighter Paramedic Trainees are expected to:

• Gain required hands-on experience providing patient care at the EMT level.
• Complete all required prerequisites for an approved paramedic school.
• Participate in a department-sponsored paramedic training program, including didactic instruction, clinical rotations, and a field internship.
• Obtain the required State of California paramedic licensure and Marin County EMS accreditation within 24 months.

Trainees work under close supervision with increasing responsibility as training progresses. Fire Captains and training personnel provide operational oversight, while clinical supervision is guided by County EMS protocols and the department’s Medical Director. Incumbents may advance to the Firefighter Paramedic classification upon obtaining the State of California paramedic licensure, Marin County EMS accreditation, gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

If you want to be considered for the Firefighter, Firefighter Paramedic, or Fire Engineer Paramedic (Lateral) positions with the Marin County Fire Department, you must complete separate applications.

ABOUT YOU

Our Highly Qualified Candidate will have personal and professional integrity, be highly organized, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approach their work with enthusiasm, and demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service. The ideal candidate will haveprior fire service experience (e.g., volunteer, seasonal, or reserve) and wildland qualifications (e.g., FFT2, Engine Boss). In addition, the ideal candidate will havecompletedcollege-level coursework in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, or fire science.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of fire suppression, emergency response, and rescue operations.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) scope of practice and responsibilities.
• Basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Fireground safety and communication protocols.
• Use and maintenance of firefighting tools and equipment.

Ability to:

• Learn and apply paramedic-level patient care.
• Provide safe and effective care at the EMT level.
• Meet academic and clinical requirements for paramedic program progression.

To be considered for the Marin County Fire Department's position of FIRE Foundry Firefighter Paramedic Trainee, you must:

• Be current on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) within 12 months prior to hire. For more information on how to be placed on the FCTC SEL, visit https://www.fctconline.org/becoming-a-firefighter/fctc-statewide-list/
• Have a Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) card that is dated within 12 months prior to hire.
• Have a passing score (70 or higher) on the FCTC Written Test that is dated within 12 months prior to hire. To view upcoming Cal-JAC CPAT and FCTC Written Test dates, click here: https://www.fctconline.org/testing-information/upcoming-test-schedule/

In addition to meeting the requirements above, you must also meet Marin County’s Minimum Qualifications, Certifications, and Licenses listed below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In accordance with state legal requirements, must be at least 18 years of age by the application filing deadline.
• High school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• Current enrollment or ability to enroll in a paramedic program within six (6) months of hire.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Completion of a California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I Academy OR possession of a California Firefighter I Certificate.
• Current California EMT certification which must be maintained throughout County employment.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR certificate issued by a training center approved by the California EMS Authority. Healthcare Provider cards issued by the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross meet the CPR requirement. Must be maintained throughout employment with the County.
• Job classes require travel between various County and business-related locations. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver's license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County, including review of a recent DMV history. Applicants are required to furnish a recent DMV driving record when invited to an interview. California residents can obtain an online California Driver Record at: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/online/dr .
• Possession of a valid California Class C (Basic) driver’s license and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles is required.

From the certificates and licenses list above, candidates must attach and clearly label/identify ONLY the following documents to their application:

• Firefighter I Certificate
• Valid Healthcare Provider CPR certificate
• Valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license

Applications that do NOT include the documents listed above will be automatically disqualified from the recruitment.

Out-of-State Applicants: Applicants who live outside the State of California should contact the listed institutions regarding time sensitive reciprocity requirements and procedures:

• Firefighter I: California State Fire Marshal https://osfm.fire.ca.gov//what-we-do//state-fire-training//course-equivalency-reciprocity-and-challenge
• EMT: CA Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) https://emsa.ca.gov/emt/
• Paramedic: CA Emergency Medical Services Authority(EMSA) https://emsa.ca.gov/paramedic/

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
This is a limited-duration, non-permanent trainee classification. Incumbents are required to complete a department-approved paramedic program, including prerequisites, within an established timeframe. Incumbents are required to work 24-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, and during adverse conditions. EMT certifications and all required licenses/certifications must be maintained throughout employment. Candidates selected are subject to background check, physical examination, and drug testing.
Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff’s Department and must pass a California Department of Justice LiveScan, a background check, pre-employment Psychiatric Assessment, and medical prior to appointment.

Driver’s License: Ability to drive is an essential function of this assignment. Successful candidates must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license. Submission of a satisfactory driving history obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicle within the last 6 months will be required at the selection interview.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Linda Kline at linda.kline@marincounty.gov .

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of October 26, 2025.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .

Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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