Salary
See Position Description
Location
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-44826-03
Department
Fire District
Opening Date
05/02/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
The Job
JOIN OUR TEAM
Apply by May 14th to participate in the next phase of the hiring process
for qualified Paramedics on
May 26, 2026.
Potential same day job offers!
Dont miss this opportunity to join an Elite Fire & Emergency Services Agency!
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
WE OFFER
56-hour workweeks with built-in overtime
Hiring Bonus up to $2,000
Referral Bonus up to $750
Bilingual compensation available - $50/pay period
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is an all-risk/full-service fire department committed to providing the highest level of service in the most efficient and cost effective manner to the citizens and communities that we serve and is accepting applications for Ambulance Operator (AO)-Paramedics, who provide basic and advanced medical care to the ill and injured, providing patient transport services, and may operate an ambulance responding to emergency medical aid calls. We have multiple vacancies throughout the County.
The County Fire AO Program was established in 2014. It has grown to become home to 138 single-function ambulance operators (half of which are paramedics), making SBCoFD the largest fire district provider of ambulance transport in the country.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
County Fire Paramedics receive full benefits and a competitive annual salary range of
$77,342.72 - $91,952.64 including built-in overtime pay.
To review job-specific, benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
For a more detailed job information, refer to the Ambulance Operator Paramedic job description.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must posses ALL of the following:
Valid California Paramedic License OR Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) Certification. A copy must be attached to your application.
Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) card.
Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card.
>>NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED<<
Note: California Paramedic Licenses and NRP Certifications must be current and in good standing. If a copy of your CA Paramedic License or NRP is not attached, your application will not move forward in the process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to this classification must meet the safety, health, and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire District.
CPR/ACLS Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid CPR card and ACLS card.
State of California Paramedic License: Must obtain or possess a valid State of California Paramedic License by the end of the academy and maintain throughout employment.
ICEMA Certification: Must obtain ICEMA Paramedic accreditation by the end of the academy, and maintain throughout employment. Newly hired Paramedics who are not ICEMA-accredited must successfully complete the ICEMA accreditation process by the end of the academy or may be terminated. The SBCoFD will assist with the process; however, the candidate is responsible for obtaining ICEMA accreditation. Information may be found at www.ICEMA.sbcounty.gov regarding the requirements for accreditation. Note: If qualifying with a NRP, newly hired Paramedics will also be required to obtain a California Paramedic License.
Ambulance Driver Taskbook: Must successfully complete the Taskbook by the end of the academy.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass a thorough background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, the following: fingerprinting for a Department of Justice criminal background check, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and review of prior employment history check. An applicant may be automatically disqualified for misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in the screening/selection/background check process. Job offers are made contingent upon passing a medical examination. Applicant must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Failure to meet medical standards may result in the withdrawal of employment offer.
Work Location: Applicants must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County. Positions will primarily be located at County Fire Stations.
Dress Code: All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform during high stress situations. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals. Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Desired Qualifications
The Fire District seeks team players with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who are able to effectively treat and show empathy for persons who are ill/injured and under duress. Candidates must be able to remain calm under pressure, work well in a team environment, and maintain a high level of integrity.
Selection Process
Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications will be referred to the appointing authority for a selection interview.
Apply by May 14, 2026 to be considered for the next phase of the hiring process on May 26, 2026.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF)within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Ambulance Operators Compensation Plan
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed and clearly demonstrated in the work experience section of your application under job duties in order to be appropriately evaluated.
(Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.)
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Do you possess a current and valid California Paramedic License OR Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) Certification? Remember to attach a copy to your application to continue in the process.
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Paramedic License or Certification: Please provide your Paramedic license number and name as it appears on your Paramedic License or Certification.
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Indicate the licenses or certifications you possess. Select all that apply.
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Paramedic Experience: Indicate your work experience as a licensed Paramedic:
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If you possess Paramedic work experience, please indicate where you obtained your experience. (Check all that apply)
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If you indicated "Other" in question 6 above, please indicate where you acquired your Paramedic experience.
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Do you have experience working or volunteering in the fire service, in any capacity?
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Indicate experience in the following. (Check all that apply)
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Additional Qualifications: Identify any additional training, certificates, and/or licenses you possess, including expiration dates.
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To help better serve our applicants, please tell us how you heard about career options with the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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ATTENTION GMAIL USERS
We have become aware of an increase in Gmails spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, download the Gmail Filter Setup Instructions (PDF). Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Employer San Bernardino County
Address 175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor
San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440
Phone (909) 387-8304
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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs