Firefighter-Paramedic Recruit

The City of Ventura Fire Department seeks certified EMT-Paramedics to join their firefighting and emergency response teams as trained recruits or trainees. Candidates will undergo an 18-week academy focusing on firefighting techniques, emergency medical response, physical fitness, and departmental procedures before advancing to full journey-level duties. The role involves performing fire suppression, rescue operations, hazardous materials response, and providing critical public education and station maintenance.