- Salary
- $7k – $10k/mo
- Location
- Costa Mesa, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Application & Testing Process: Interested applicants MUST submit National Testing Network (NTN) score AND complete online city application by August 29, 2026.
National Testing Network: Applicant should transfer a FireTeam entry-level firefighter examination test score dated between August 1, 2025, and August 29, 2026, to the City of Costa Mesa or apply with the National Testing Network and take the Fire Team test by Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
The online city application will be available starting at 8:00 a.m. on August 8, 2026.
THE RECRUITMENT WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 29th at 5:00 p.m.
Firefighter/Paramedic Compensation:*
1st assignment: $7,973 - $10,681
1st recertification: $8,063 - $10,802
2nd recertification: $8,154 - $10,924
3rd recertification: $8,245 - $11,045
*Salary information above includes base salary for Firefighter and Paramedic Assignment Pay. The City will pay a $500 bonus for fourth and subsequent license renewals.
Please click on the following links for more information:
Job Flyer
Please make sure to carefully read the job flyer including qualification information before submitting an application.
Application Instructions and Test Information
Please make sure to carefully read the instructions and test information before submitting an application.
Certification Submission Cover Sheet
Candidates MUST submit copies of their certifications with the cover sheet with their on-line application. The cover sheet is in a PDF reader- type in your responses directly into the fields.
Click here to visit the Fire Department Recruitment website for general information on the department.
If you have any questions regarding the selection process, please email [email protected].
