SJFD is Hiring Firefighter Recruits (Paramedics)

Are you a team-oriented person that wants to make a positive impact in your community? Then come join the San José Fire Department! We are now hiring Firefighter Recruits (Paramedics).

Firefighter Recruit is the trainee level class in the Firefighter series, responsible for becoming proficient in the understanding of lifesaving and firefighting methods within the SJFD. Through a specific program comprised of general and specialized education, focused training, and extensive experience, Firefighter Recruits will learn diverse tasks, policies, procedures, and standards within the SJFD.

FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT (PARAMEDIC) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Compensation for the Firefighter Recruit (Paramedic) classification is $45.50 hourly, $3,640.04 bi-weekly.*
  • *This includes an approximate one percent (1%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.
  • *Upon successful completion of the academy, eligible employees may also receive the following premium pays: paramedic pay, oral bilingual pay, and education & training pay.
• The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Visit the City's benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.
• For information on the City's Retirement Plan (pension for full-time employees), visit the Office of Retirement Services' website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classifications.
• Additional perks of working for the City of San José include paid leave, educational reimbursements, and more. Visit the City's perks webpage for more information.

The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, all-hazards fire department providing fire suppression and rescue services that protects approximately 200 square miles, Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support services as well as specialized operations, including Urban Search and Rescue, Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting, and a Hazardous Material Unit with a Decontamination Unit. SJFD deploys resources from 34 fire stations, protecting areas within city limits and some unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County by contract. SJFD currently has 723 authorized sworn positions across nine ranks, offering many opportunities for career advancement.

Learn more about this recruitment and apply by Saturday, March 30: https://bit.ly/49MyCgs.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about the San José Fire Department at www.SJFD.org.

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