The City of Dixon is looking to fill one vacancy in the Fire Department. The "Firefighter/Paramedic Recruit" is an entry-level classification designed for recruits with a current paramedic license to gain firefighting, fire rescue, and fire prevention skills and training necessary through an accredited Fire Academy. Training may include firefighting techniques and procedures; emergency medical training; technical rescue and hazardous materials training. To be considered eligible for this hiring and eligibility list, you must meet the following criteria: Pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List. Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within 9/13/25 - 9/13/26. Submit all Paramedic certification to FCTC. Attach all other certificates listed under "Ideal Candidate" to your application upon submission.

CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

• Paramedic Skills Test
• Interview Process
• Chief's Interview

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING

Following successful completion of the academy, Firefighter/Paramedics will be placed in a full-time, regular appointment and required to successfully complete an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States. Candidates hired may be subject to an academy program assessment at the Chief's discretion.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application. The City of Dixon is an

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

This position will attend an accredited academy and receive on-the-job training to learn more about the Firefighter/Paramedic field.

Education:

Graduation from a paramedic training program that meets the requirements for licensing in the State of California by date of appointment. Successful completion of High School or possession of a G.E.D.

For out-of-state candidates:

Must possess a valid National Registry certification at time of application. Must have applied for a State of California Paramedic license by the time of application and must possess a valid State of California Paramedic License by the time of appointment.

Experience:

Some work experience performing firefighting and/or paramedic services is desirable. License, Certificates, and/or

Other Requirements:

Passing score (>70%) on the Fire Candidate Testing Center written test ( FCTConline.org ), to be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List. The list from FCTC will be pulled the week after the recruitment closes. Accreditation by the County of Solano as an EMT-P is required. Paramedic certification must be submitted to FCTC. Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application submission. Certificates below must be attached to your application upon submission: Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by date appointment Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for BLS provider by date of appointment. Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) OR Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) by date of appointment. Certification in Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) by date of appointment.