Are You Ready? Apply.
Submit an online application, supplemental questionnaire, and résumé (required) at www.calopps.org or to:
San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department, Human Resources Department, 2121 S. El Camino Real, Building B, Suite 100, San Mateo, CA 94403
Recruitment will close Tuesday, May 19, 2026 or when 50 qualified applications are received.
Examination Process:
All applications, résumés and supplemental questionnaires received will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. A resume does not take the place of a completed application, including work history. A limited number of the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of an oral panel interview and skills exercise, tentatively scheduled for June 2, 2026. Those moving on in the process will have a second interview on June 4, 2026.
An employment list will be established for those who pass the examination process. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this list. The list will remain in effect for at least twelve months with the possibility of an extension for an additional 12 months. Once placed on an employment list, and at the time a vacancy occurs, eligible candidates may be contacted by the Department and scheduled for additional department interviews.
