Air Operations Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer Job at Orange County Fire Authority

The Air Operations Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. Only applications from current OCFA Firefighter/Paramedics will be accepted.

The Air Operations Section is recruiting for the position of Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer to create a candidate pool list to fill future vacancies. Air Operation personnel work on a 48/96 schedule.

To obtain Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer Qualifications, Candidates will be required to successfully complete the following training:

• Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer Basic Academy
• Day and Night check rides for all skills

In addition to the required training listed above, candidates must receive a Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer Operations Spotter Qualification within one year. To obtain the Paramedic Helicopter Rescuer Operations Spotter qualification, incumbents must complete the following:

• Possess a minimum of six (6) months of experience as Helicopter Paramedic Rescuer
• NVG Computer and Instructor-led training
• OCFA Operations Spotter Position Task Book
• Day and Night check rides for all skills

Minimum requirements to be considered are:

• Rank of Firefighter
• Qualified and accredited in Orange County as a paramedic
• Minimum of (one) 1 year experience as an OCFA paramedic
• Overall rating of “Standard” or above on most recent annual review of performance

Highly desirable qualifications include:

• Basic Air Operations (S-270)
• Helicopter Crew Member (S-271)
• Intermediate Wildland (S-290)
• Rescue Systems 1 or Rope Rescue Awareness/Operations
• Swift Water Rescue certificate
• Aviation Training at www.iat.gov: A-100, A-103, A-109, A-110, A-112, A-115, and A-204
• NCWG Standards for Helicopter Operations (Chapters 2, 3 and 4)

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
To apply, go to www.ocfa.org. Interested personnel are to submit the following:

• Online application
• Cover memo of interest
• Resumé (two pages maximum) outlining your education, experience and any other background information relating to this position
• Inclusion of related certificates or training or related professional qualifications is also encouraged

All materials must be uploaded with your electronic application and submitted no later than Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 12:00 pm.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

• Recruitment Closes – Wednesday, February 26, 2025 – Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 12:00 pm
• Oral Interviews – March 26, 2025 and March 28, 2025 (if required)
• Training Dates – May 1 – May 29, 2025

If there is a change in the recruitment process, Human Resources will notify all affected candidates.

QUESTIONS:
Should you have additional questions, please contact Fire Battalion Chief Dan Dufrene at (949) 919-1869.