Thank you for your interest in joining the Vallejo Fire Department!
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Vallejo Fire Department Minimum Hiring Qualifications
- 18 years of age.
- Current California Driver's License.
- Current California EMT-Paramedic License, including ACLS, PALS or PEPP, PHTLS or BTLS/ITLS certifications.
- Obtain a passing score on the Fire Candidate Testing Center written exam (fctconline.org) *not required for lateral applicants.
- Current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card *not required for lateral applicants.
Desired Qualifications
- Firefighting and paramedic experience (paid or volunteer).
- Firefighter Academy or FF1 certificate.
- Bilingual.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.
The Vallejo Fire Department Hiring Process Includes
- Oral board interview.
- VFD proctored paramedic assessment center.
- Chief's Interview.
- Background check.
- Physical medical examination.
Prior To Hire
Selected candidate(s) will be required to:
- Provide personal references
- Submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprint check.
- Successfully complete a job-related pre-placement medical exam.
- Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States.
- Take a loyalty Oath of Office.
Questions?
For additional information on how to join the Vallejo Fire Department, please email [email protected].
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