The City of Dixon Fire Department is recruiting to fill current Firefighter/Paramedic vacancies as soon as possible and to establish an eligibility for future needs. To be considered eligible for this hiring and eligibility list, you must meet the following criteria:
- Pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.
- Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application submission and ability to pass the City of Dixon's aerial ladder agility test.
- Possess a valid Firefighter 1 Academy certificate or California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certificate.
- Possess a current, valid California or National Registry Paramedic certification (note: persons possessing a National Registry Certification will be required to register as a California Paramedic prior to appointment).
- Valid California Class “C” Driver’s License with a clean driving record. Note: A DMV driving record will also be required to be submitted with your application.
SUBMIT ABOVE DOCUMENTS DIRECTLY TO FCTC. THE CITY WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY COPIES, FAXES OR EMAILS OF DOCUMENTS.
The Dixon Fire Department offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for qualified applicants pursuing a career in fire safety. The position performs fire prevention activities to save lives and property; responds to hazardous material incidents; responds to all fire alarms with designated company; prepares and operates the necessary equipment at the scene of the fire such as a hose, ladders, chemicals, bars, hooks, etc.; administers first aid to injured patrons; performs other acts required of a Firefighter at the scene of an emergency; carries out all duties assigned by Superior Officers. Work involves irregular hours during the day and evenings, and on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
APPLICATION/SUPPLEMENTAL PROCESS
CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE:
Online application AND Supplemental Questionnaire Answers through the City of Dixon CalOpps page by the final filing date and must be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.
Dixon will pull a list from FCTC at the end of the recruitment process and the most qualified candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related training and experience will be considered.
Candidates must submit with their application:
A valid California driving record (within 6 months) this will not be uploaded to FCTC. (Attach DMV Printout obtained from an official California DMV Office - www.DMV.ca.gov). The online Driver Record is not an official document, but the City will accept either this or an official copy. The City will also accept an out of state/country DMV record. However, you will need to obtain a California State Driver’s License within 30 days of appointment.
CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
* Firefighter/Paramedics - Paramedic Test
* Aerial Ladder Climb
* Interview Process
* Chief's Interview
Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen; background investigation; DOJ fingerprint clearance; and in accordance with Federal Law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States. It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law.
Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A PDF copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.
Special Accommodations: Contact Human Resources at 707-678-7000.
At any point in the process do not reply to emails originating from CalOpps as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.
