The Air Operations section periodically recruits for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic Rescuer to fill anticipated openings.
As openings permit, selected candidates will be administratively assigned to the Air Operations section for a period not to exceed six months.
SCHEDULE & TRAINING
Selected candidates are typically assigned to a 9/80 work schedule for a duration of two weeks to complete the required training. During these two weeks, training will consist of duties and responsibilities of a helicopter Firefighter/Paramedic Rescuer. Once trained and qualified, personnel will be eligible to work as a helicopter Firefighter/Paramedic Rescuer.
*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Rank of Firefighter
• Qualified and accredited in Orange County as a Paramedic (minimum of one year experience)
• Supervisory Performance Evaluation of Standard or above
• Swift Water Rescue
HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• S-270 - Basic Air Operations
• S-290 - Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
• Rescue Systems 1
*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement
APPLICATION PROCESS
• Recruitment opens
• Online application
• Cover memo of interest (indicate position or positions of interest)
• Resume (two pages maximum) outlining your education, experience and any other background information relating to this position
• Letter of supervisor's concurrence
• Inclusion of related certificates of training or related professional qualifications are also encouraged
DISCLAIMER
Each recruitment is unique and is subject to change, dependent upon organizational needs and concurrent MOUs. The information provided here is based solely on previous recruitments. All OCFA recruitment flyers supersede this historical information provided.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Air Operations section periodically recruits for the position of Helicopter Crew Chief to fill anticipated openings.
SCHEDULE & TRAINING
Selected candidates are typically assigned to a 9/80 work week for a duration of twelve (12) weeks to complete the required training. During these twelve (12) weeks, training will consist of performing the duties and responsibilities of a Helicopter Crew Chief.
Once trained and qualified, personnel will be eligible to work as a Helicopter Crew Chief. Air Operations shift work includes a 48/96 or 4/10 work schedule.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Current Fire Captain with at least three (3) years of experience as a Fire Captain
• Supervisory Performance Evaluation with Rating of Standard or Above
• Rescue Systems 1
• Swift Water Rescue
• S-290 - Intermediate Fire Behavior
HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• S270 - Basic Air Operations
• S-271 - Helicopter Crew Members
*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement
APPLICATION PROCESS
• Recruitment opens
• Online application
• Resume (two pages maximum) outlining education, experience and any other background information relating to this position
• Letter of supervisor's concurrence
• Inclusion of related certificates of training or related professional qualifications are also encouraged
DISCLAIMER
Each recruitment is unique and is subject to change, dependent upon organizational needs and concurrent MOUs. The information provided here is based solely on previous recruitments. All OCFA recruitment flyers supersede this historical information provided.
