The City of Albany is accepting applications for
Firefighter/Paramedic.
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Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Possession of a High School diploma or GED equivalency * Possession of a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) that is valid (within one year) at the time of application * Be a current full-time firefighter/paramedic with at least six months of experience working as a paramedic in a 911 transporting agency is required at time of application * Possession of a California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I Certificate is preferred * Other candidates with a certificate of completion from a Firefighter I Academy from an accredited California State Fire Training may be considered*
Licenses and Certifications* Possession of a valid California Paramedic License * Possession of a valid ACLS certification * Possession of a valid PALS or PEPP certification * Possession of a valid PHTLS or ITLS certification * Possession of a valid BLS for Healthcare Provider certification * Possession of a valid California Driver's License with a DMV Firefighter Endorsement
Other Requirements* Positions in this classification must be free of felony convictions and successfully pass a department pre-employment screening process which include, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and full background investigation. * Positions in this classification must work nights, weekends, holidays, and on a various shift configuration that will include 48-hour tours of duty. * Positions are subject to mandatory call back at any time.
All completed applications will be reviewed. Based on the information in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
1. Application
Submit your application by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026. A complete application must include the following attachments: California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I certification is preferred OR * Firefighter I academy certificate accredited by California State Fire Training* * California Paramedic License * ACLS certification * PALS or PEPP certification * PHTLS or ITLS certification * BLS for Healthcare Provider certification * Valid California Driver's License with DMV Firefighter Endorsement
2. Oral Board \& Paramedic Assessment After all applications have been reviewed, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an exam consisting of an oral board interview and paramedic assessment consisting of Albany Fire Department and other subject matter experts. Candidates that pass this stage of the process will be placed on an Eligibility List.
3. Chief's Interview Top ranked applicants on the eligibility list will be invited to the Chief's interview. Interviews will be scheduled immediately following the oral board and paramedic assessment.
4. Background, Psych and Medical Evaluation Applicants passing the Chief's interview and selected to continue in the hiring process will be provided a conditional offer of employment and will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical evaluation.
4. Final Offer of Employment Applicants passing the background investigation, psychological evaluation and medical evaluation will receive a final offer of employment.
The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] a minimum of five days prior to the examination.
Employer City of Albany (CA) Address 1000 San Pablo Avenue
Albany, California, 94706
Phone 510-528-5714
Website http://www.albanyca.gov
Salary
Holiday Pay: In lieu of having time off for holidays, employees receive additional special compensation at a rate of seven [7] hours of straight-time pay each pay period for 13 observed holidays.
Uniform Allowance: $38.46 per pay period. In addition, City will reimburse employees for the cost of repairs to uniforms damaged in the line of duty
Longevity Pay: 2.5% - 10% of base pay. Eligibility for Longevity Pay starts at 9 years of City service time.
In addition to salary, Albany offers an attractive benefits package, including:
Retirement: The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) with a 3% at 55 formula, three-year average final compensation, with employees contributing 13% for Classic members, and 2.7% at 57 formula, three-year average final compensation, with employee contributing 14.75% for new PEPRA members.
Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457 Pre-Tax \& After-Tax plans available for employees.
Retiree Health Savings Plan: Employee only contributions based on years of service.
Medical Plan: The City offers a choice of HMO, PPO, or EPO plans, along with a generous premium contribution of up to $3,039.04 for family coverage. The city pays 100% of the Kaiser plan.
In-Lieu Medical Alternative Benefit: With proof of insurance, eligible Employees will be credited with Elected Paid Leave. Unused accrued hours will be cashed out quarterly up to $3,506.58.
Dental: City paid. In addition, City will reimburse 60% of Ortho-related medical expenses up to $1,500 per qualifying dependent per lifetime.
Vision: City offers plans with employee premium rates ranging from $12.88 for Employee Only to $36.34 for Family coverage.
Medicare: Employee contributes 1.45% with employer match.
Leaves
Life Insurance: City pays the premium for a $50,000 term policy. Supplemental voluntary life insurance is available at the employee’s cost.
Flexible Spending Plan: Set aside pre-tax funds for dependent care and out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.
Education Reimbursement: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
For more information, visit our salary \& benefits or bargaining unit agreements page.
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