Paramedic jobs in California

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
• Valid California Paramedic License, National Registry Paramedic Certification Card, or be actively participating in a Paramedic Field Internship Program. 
• Valid California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
• Current American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS/ITLS cards (or equivalents as determined by the Fire Chief)
• Proof of vaccination to include: TDaP, TB, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella (Chicken Pox), and Influenza. Titers demonstrating immunity may be substituted for the proof of vaccination. 

• Valid California Paramedic license. 
• Core courses required to be an Alameda County accredited Paramedic.
• California Ambulance Certificate (AMB), issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
• Successful completion of background investigation including Live Scan fingerprinting.
• Successful completion of physical ability exam according to the specifications of the fire department.

• Must be able to travel within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill job responsibilities
• Must maintain a valid California Class C or higher driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record
• Must be willing to maintain facial hair in such a manner as to ensure proper fitting and operation of Cal-OSHA compliant N95 and P100 particulate respirators
• Must be willing to work shifts as structured in the Fire Department
• Must successfully complete on-going assessment of health and wellness as required by the City

• Valid California Paramedic License 
• Valid California Driver’s License 
• Valid American Heart Association Healthcare Provider certifications including:
  • BLS (CPR and AED) 
  • ACLS 
  • PALS 
• Valid International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) / Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification (or equivalents as determined by the Fire Chief) 
• Proof of vaccination to include: 
  • TDaP
  • TB
  • MMR
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella (Chicken Pox)
  • Influenza

• Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents
• Physical Agility Test: June 23, 2024
• EMS Skills Exam & Interviews: June 27, 2024

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.