Careers in Oceanside Fire Department

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Firefighter/Paramedic

There are a number of pathways to become a firefighter in San Diego County and the City of Oceanside.

• Joining the Fire Service in San Diego County is a comprehensive document created by local community colleges.
• Career Pathway is a document geared toward high school students, but is valuable to anyone just getting started in researching the pathway to a career in the fire and emergency services.

The current entry-level position for the Oceanside Fire Department is firefighter/paramedic. The minimum qualifications for this classification include, but are not limited to, State of California or National Registry Paramedic licensure and the ability to obtain San Diego County accreditation as a paramedic. For entry-level candidates the successful completion of an accredited basic fire academy is also required. The academy requirement is waived for lateral applicants. Additionally, a current CPR and ACLS card is required, along with a valid State of California Class C Driver’s License. There are many paths to the fire service, and you should reach out to your local colleges, any contacts you may have within the fire service, and other fire departments to learn them.