Assistant Fire Training Officer (Firefighter Rank)

Assistant Fire Training Officer (Firefighter Rank) Orange County Fire Authority - 4.2 Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Gym membership Retirement plan Qualifications Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter Computer skills Full Job Description

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 (Download PDF reader), 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 (Download PDF reader), 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 resumé (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 Resumé (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 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 .

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 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 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.