JOIN US

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

View

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

JOIN US

Now Accepting Applications

Firefighter Paramedic

Trainee

For licensed paramedics

Looking to launch your career in fire service? This position is for licensed paramedics ready to become firefighter/paramedics. No prior firefighting experience required. Just bring your California Paramedic License, meet other criteria, and take the first step toward a life-saving career.

Accepting Applications: Now - 6/29/2025

Firefighter Paramedic

Professional Experience

For experienced firefighter/paramedics

Already licensed and working as a Firefighter/Paramedic? This position is for candidates with a California Paramedic License and 6+ months of full-time experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic (dual role) with a government agency.

Accepting Applications: Now - 7/6/2025

Hand Crew Firefighter

For those starting a career in wildland firefighting

Want to protect communities and natural resources? This position is for individuals with a passion for physical outdoor work, ready to join a wildland firefighting team. No prior fire service experience required.

Accepting Applications: Now

Find out how to get hired with Orange County Fire Authority in a LIVE Q&A with Battalion Chief Ray McQueen, Fire Captain Frank Granados, Firefighter Paramedic Ryan Carlyle, and Firefighter Shannon Dorsey. Join us for an in-depth conversation about their careers, favorite parts of being a firefighter, and the programs and opportunities that make OCFA unique. Watch in-depth discussions about life as a firefighter, and learn how to kick-start your career. @BecomingAFF is a collaboration of Cal-JAC & FCTC.

The Orange County Fire Authority employs the best first responders to provide safety to the community. Take a look at ways to prepare yourself to join our team.

Applicant Assistance

48040092357_4d0525914d_k (1).jpg — **PHYSICAL ABILITY EXAM SUPPORT**

YOUTH PROGRAMS

GIRLS EMPOWERMENT CAMP

FIRE CADETS

Girls Empowerment Camp

(Ages 14-18, Male & Female)

Girls Empowerment Camp (GEC) is a free two-day camp open to teens ages 14-18 that introduces them to the fire service and provides campers with a realistic, hands-on overview of firefighting. The camp exposes the teens to all aspects of a fire service career beginning with requirements. The program also empowers campers with life skills and professional guidance that encourages them to pursue a career in public safety. The camp is held at the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Training Center.

BROCHURE

Learn more

Fire Cadets

(Ages 14-21, Male & Female)

The Fire Cadet Program gives young people valuable insight into the fire fighting profession. This insight will allow the individual to decide whether or not he or she desires to pursue a greater role in the fire service. By participating in the Fire Cadet Program, the individual will gain personal confidence, learn to use various tools, develop mechanical skills and aptitude, and gain a greater awareness of personal and fire safety. The camp is held at the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Training Center.

BROCHURE

Learn more

OCFA

Annual Open House

Come Take a Look

Join us in March each year for Open House! This all day event is held at our OCFA headquarters in Irvine and is a great opportunity for you to meet your local firefighters, learn fire safety, and even put out pretend fires. Visit OCFA.org or follow us on social media for updates!