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Monterey County Regional Fire District
Paramedic/Firefighter
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What they do
A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.
$72,164 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
Job Description
The Monterey County Regional Fire District will be accepting applications effective July 1, 2026 for the position of Firefighter Paramedic. Applications must be received by August 31, 2026. This is an entry-level position with the District and an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic professional to join the MCRFD team. The Monterey County Regional Fire District is an independent Special District in Monterey County responsible for providing a high level of emergency and non-emergency services to the Northern Salinas Valley, Highway 68 Corridor and the communities of Chualar, Carmel Valley, Mid-Carmel Valley, and Santa Lucia Preserve. The District is protected by 7 stations and 63 full-time employees. Financial oversight and strategic policy direction are provided by an appointed 5-member Board of Directors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years of age and a California resident
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED
- Valid State of California EMT license
- Valid Health Care Provider CPR certificate/card from the AHA
- Valid California driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the District insurance carrier
- Must possess a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) certificate prior to the hire date with a certificated date within the prior 12 month period
- Must be current and eligible on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) or successfully pass an entry level Firefighter written test for open hire applicants.
- A valid State of California Paramedic license
- Current ACLS, PHTLS or ITLS, and PALS or PEPP certifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Accredited college degree
- Firefighter 1 accreditation
- ICS 100 and 200, NIMS 700 and 800