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Lateral Firefighter

The Nevada County Consolidated Fire District is now accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter.

The final filing date is May 16, 2025.

  • Application Filing: All applicants are to apply online and submit the required information as indicated below by the final filing date listed above. All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Resumes may not be substituted for the official application. Faxed, mailed, in-person or late applications WILL NOT be accepted.
  • Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next examination phase.
  • Tentative Oral Interview:  June 9, 2025

Filing Information:

 All candidates shall electronically submit the following documentation during the application period. Incomplete submissions will be rejected:

  • Signed, completed employment application
  • Current resume (1)
  • Certificate of successful completion of CSFM Accredited Fire Academy and/or verification of 2 years’ full-​​time experience.
  • Valid CSFM Firefighter I certificate, or a letter on agency letterhead and signed by a Captain or Chief Officer verifying the experience requirement for CSFM Firefighter I certification being met by May 16, 2025.
  • Current California or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification.
  • Valid BLS CPR Certification.
  • Completed DMV 1101 Form (Click Here to Access) – allowing the fire district to pull driving records
  •  A valid Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Card, administered by California Firefighter Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

Testing Process:

  • Application and resume review.
  • Based on application and resume review, candidates will be invited to an oral interview.

Upcoming CANDIDATE PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (CPAT) Dates:

FCTC Sacramento

Thursday, April 17 - CPAT Orientation/Practice

Saturday, April 19 - CPAT Test
 

FCTC Livermore

Friday, April 18 - CPAT Test

Wednesday, April 23 - CPAT Orientation/Practice

Saturday, April 26 - CPAT Test

Tuesday, May 6 - CPAT Orientation/Practice

Thursday, May 8 - CPAT Test
 

To sign-up to complete your CPAT or for more information, click here

Nevada County Fire seeks lateral firefighters. Base pay: $63,245-$76,466. Qualifications and benefits listed. Apply by 5/16/25.
Firefighter / Operator Job DescriptionLateral Firefighter Employment Announcement

 If you meet the minimum qualifications and would like to be part of our team, click here to apply.