Salary: $108,348.62 Annually
Location : Various Facilities, Vacaville, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: FFPM 2026-2
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/6/2026 5:30 PM Pacific

Three (3) or more vacancies are anticipated within the department. The academy is expected to begin early 2027. 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: $108,348.62/annually (during in-house academy)
Firefighter/Paramedic II salary: $121,892.84 - $148,161.98/annually
Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics currently work a 48/96 shift schedule, resulting in an average work week of 56 hours.
Additional information, including benefit details and incentive pay, can be found on our website at www.cityofvacaville.gov.

ABOUT YOU
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.

Minimum Qualifications
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):

• Current, valid California Paramedic License

At the time of appointment to the position, successful candidates must possess the following:

• 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

To view full job requirements, please review the class specification found .
ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE

Final Filing Date: 5:30 p.m., October 6, 2026.

Candidates applying for this position must complete the following by 5:30 p.m., October 6, 2026:

City of Vacaville Application and Required Documents:
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

Documentation can be submitted in the following ways:

1. Attached to your online application, or
2. Faxed* to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
3. Submitted in person, or via mail*, to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.

* The City of Vacaville is not responsible for problems associated with mail service/delivery and/or fax machine failure. Postmarks will not be accepted.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: 5:30 pm, Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Paramedic Skills Test and Department Interviews: Week of October 12, 2026

Chief's Interviews: November 2026
Background Process for Selected Candidates: November/December 2026

Anticipated Start of Employment: January/February 2027
These dates, including the final filing date, may be changed due to business or administrative necessity.
Applicants must submit all required documentation with their City of Vacaville application, and meet minimum requirements for the position, to continue in the process. Candidates who have met all requirements may be invited to continue in the examination process which will include the paramedic skills test, oral board interview, comprehensive background investigation and a post-offer, pre-employment medical and psychological evaluation.

Vacaville Firefighters Association (VFA)
The City of Vacaville values the importance of our first responders and public safety staff. Employees enjoy a collaborative and team oriented working environment,48/96 alternative work schedules, employee social and wellness activities through our CoV LIFE program, competitive pay and a generous benefits and retirement package. To learn more about our benefits for Full Time positions, please review our page.
Part-time positions are paid an hourly rate and can work up to a maximum of 129 hours per month. Part-time positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits (including CalPERS membership), and do not accrue leave time with the exception of state mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).

Part-time positions are not covered by Social Security and are not eligible for the City of Vacaville's retirement plan through CalPERS and are therefore required to make 7.5% pre-tax contributions into a qualified plan under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA). For the City of Vacaville, the plan is a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Systems, Inc.
01

Do you have a current and valid California Paramedic License?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you completed California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I training, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed any college-level coursework in Fire Science?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess the California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Please check the box below that best describes your PAID experience as a PARAMEDIC. (Paid experience includes working as a Paramedic earning an hourly wage or weekly salary. This does not include per diem or monthly stipend assignments. Do not include time worked in the capacity of EMT only.)

• More than one (1) year paid experience
• 6-12 months paid experience
• Some paid experience (less than 6 months)
• No paid work experience

06

Please check the box below that best describes your level of PAID work experience as a FIREFIGHTER. (Paid experience includes working as a Firefighter earning an hourly wage or weekly salary. This does not include per diem or monthly stipend assignments.)

• More than one (1) year paid experience
• 6-12 months paid experience
• Some paid experience (less than 6 months)
• No paid work experience

07

Do you possess a current, valid ACLS certificate (issued by American Heart Association or equivalent)?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you possess a current, valid PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEPP (Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals) Certification?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you possess a current, valid PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) or BTLS/ITLS (Basic Trauma Life Support/International Life Support) Certification?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you possess a valid CALJAC card dated February 2026, or more recent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question