Alameda County
Introduction
You must be an Alameda County Fire Department employee to apply. This is a new promotional assembled examination. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. Qualified applicants must be current Alameda County Fire Department employees and have completed, by the last day for filing, the equivalent of six months of continuous service following a regular appointment in the Alameda County classified service. A regular appointment does not include provisional, TAP (Temporary Assignment Pool), or STEP-UP appointments.
Supplemental questionnaire: A properly completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification.
Applicants are required to attach the following documents to their application: • Current and valid California Driver's License • Applicable certifications and/or class completions listed in the Minimum Qualifications.
Applications, supplemental questionnaires, and required documentation must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications, supplemental questionnaires, and required documentation will only be accepted online.
About the Department The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) provides all-risk emergency services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County (excluding Fairview), the cities of San Leandro, Dublin, Newark, Union City and Emeryville, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. With 28 fire stations and 34 companies serving a population of 394,000, the ACFD serves densely populated urban areas, waterways, industrialized centers, extensive urban interface, agricultural and wildland regions. Over 400 personnel and 100 reserve firefighters provide a wide variety of services to an ever expanding, dynamic, and diverse community of roughly 508 square miles. These services include: • Advanced Life Support • Fire Suppression • Hazardous Materials Response • Urban Search & Rescue • Water Rescue • Community Outreach & Education • Disaster Preparedness • Fire Prevention and Code Compliance • Regional Dispatch
The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) was formed on July 1, 1993, as a dependent special district with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors as its governing body. This consolidation brought together into a single jurisdiction the Castro Valley Fire Department, Eden Consolidated Fire Protection District and County Fire Patrol. Subsequently, the following communities have contracted with the ACFD: • July 1, 1995: City of San Leandro • July 1, 1997: City of Dublin • August 1, 2002: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • October 1, 2007: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory • May 1, 2010: City of Newark • July 1, 2010: City of Union City • July 1, 2012: City of Emeryville
On January 20, 2008, the ACFD became responsible for the administration and operation of the Alameda County Regional Emergency Communications Center (ACRECC). The dispatch center provides dispatch and regional communication center services for the ACFD, the Alameda County Emergency Medical Services Agency, Camp Parks Combat Support Training Center, and the cities of Alameda, Fremont, Livermore and Pleasanton. ACRECC is also the Dispatch/System Status Management Center for Falck ambulance service. For more information about the agency, please visit the Alameda County Fire Department website.
The Position Under general direction, to command a firefighting company and provide direction and supervision to subordinates, typically Fire Engineer and Firefighter(s); provide leadership for and train, inspect, and evaluate subordinates; perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: The equivalent of five (5) years of combined full-time, paid experience as a Firefighter Recruit EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter Lateral EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter, and/or Fire Engineer in the Alameda County Fire Department and successful completion of the Alameda County Fire Department Captain's Task Book.
License: Must have a valid California driver's license eligible to drive fire apparatus.
Certificate: Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic.
Training (by application close):
ICS300
Command 1A, Command 1B, Command 1C
Instructor 1A or Training Instructor 1A
Instructor 1B or Training Instructor 1B
Investigation 1A
Management 1
Prevention 1A and Prevention 1B or the newer Prevention 1
OR CSFM Company Officer Certification
OR
Company Officer 2A: Human Resource Management for Company Officers
Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions for Company Officers
Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation for Company Officer
Company Officer 2D: All Risk Command Operations for Company Officers
Company Officer 2E: Wildland incident Operations for Company Officer
S290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Classroom Delivery)
Instructional Methodology
OR Department of Defense Fire Officer I-V Certification that meets or exceeds NFPA 1021
Completion of Engine Boss S230/S231 is highly desirable.
Note: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:
Practices, procedures, and equipment used in fighting fires and in saving lives and property.
The operation and maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment.
Laws, rules, and regulations that govern the Fire Department.
Hazardous and flammable materials.
Evidence of arson and presentation of evidence in court.
Effective methods of crowd control, building evacuation techniques, and traffic rules.
Principles of hydraulics and chemistry as applied to fire fighting.
District geography.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to:
Supervise personnel and equipment under emergency conditions effectively.
Appraise an emergency and initiate an effective course of action quickly.
Maintain discipline and high morale.
Handle varying amounts of workload and stress effectively.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Memorize the names of streets and the location of water mains, fire hydrants, and fire hazards in a fire district.
Prepare clear, concise reports, evaluations, and communications using a computer.
Examination Components The examination will consist of the following steps: 1. Review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step. 2. Written examination. Those candidates with a passing score on the written test will move on to the next step. The written examination is to assess technical and supervisor skills and will be weighted at 20% of the candidate's final examination score. 3. Assessment center weighted as 80% of the final score and may consist of: a. Structured interview (20%) b. Simulation exercises (40%) c. Administrative exercises (20%). Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of the examination. Competitors must achieve at least 70% in each of the assessment test components individually listed above to obtain an overall qualifying score. Competitors who score 70% or above in the entire process will have their names placed on the eligible list in order of final ranking.
Recruitment and Selection Plan Estimated dates (subject to change): • Deadline for filing: 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • Review of applications: February 13, 2026 • Written examination: Week of March 9, 2026 • Assessment center: April 24, 2026 (Week of May 4, 2026) • Results notification: Week of May 18, 2026 • Chief's hiring interviews: Week of June 12, 2026 • Voluntary candidate orientation: April 16-17, 2026.
Benefits For benefit information, contact Fire Administration at allbenefits@acgov.org.
Contact Information Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org https://hrs.alamedacountyca.gov/
Equal Employment Opportunity All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state, and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming workplace environment.
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Supplemental questionnaire: A properly completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification.
Applicants are required to attach the following documents to their application: • Current and valid California Driver's License • Applicable certifications and/or class completions listed in the Minimum Qualifications.
Applications, supplemental questionnaires, and required documentation must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications, supplemental questionnaires, and required documentation will only be accepted online.
About the Department The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) provides all-risk emergency services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County (excluding Fairview), the cities of San Leandro, Dublin, Newark, Union City and Emeryville, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. With 28 fire stations and 34 companies serving a population of 394,000, the ACFD serves densely populated urban areas, waterways, industrialized centers, extensive urban interface, agricultural and wildland regions. Over 400 personnel and 100 reserve firefighters provide a wide variety of services to an ever expanding, dynamic, and diverse community of roughly 508 square miles. These services include: • Advanced Life Support • Fire Suppression • Hazardous Materials Response • Urban Search & Rescue • Water Rescue • Community Outreach & Education • Disaster Preparedness • Fire Prevention and Code Compliance • Regional Dispatch
The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) was formed on July 1, 1993, as a dependent special district with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors as its governing body. This consolidation brought together into a single jurisdiction the Castro Valley Fire Department, Eden Consolidated Fire Protection District and County Fire Patrol. Subsequently, the following communities have contracted with the ACFD: • July 1, 1995: City of San Leandro • July 1, 1997: City of Dublin • August 1, 2002: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • October 1, 2007: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory • May 1, 2010: City of Newark • July 1, 2010: City of Union City • July 1, 2012: City of Emeryville
On January 20, 2008, the ACFD became responsible for the administration and operation of the Alameda County Regional Emergency Communications Center (ACRECC). The dispatch center provides dispatch and regional communication center services for the ACFD, the Alameda County Emergency Medical Services Agency, Camp Parks Combat Support Training Center, and the cities of Alameda, Fremont, Livermore and Pleasanton. ACRECC is also the Dispatch/System Status Management Center for Falck ambulance service. For more information about the agency, please visit the Alameda County Fire Department website.
The Position Under general direction, to command a firefighting company and provide direction and supervision to subordinates, typically Fire Engineer and Firefighter(s); provide leadership for and train, inspect, and evaluate subordinates; perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: The equivalent of five (5) years of combined full-time, paid experience as a Firefighter Recruit EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter Lateral EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter, and/or Fire Engineer in the Alameda County Fire Department and successful completion of the Alameda County Fire Department Captain's Task Book.
License: Must have a valid California driver's license eligible to drive fire apparatus.
Certificate: Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic.
Training (by application close):
ICS300
Command 1A, Command 1B, Command 1C
Instructor 1A or Training Instructor 1A
Instructor 1B or Training Instructor 1B
Investigation 1A
Management 1
Prevention 1A and Prevention 1B or the newer Prevention 1
OR CSFM Company Officer Certification
OR
Company Officer 2A: Human Resource Management for Company Officers
Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions for Company Officers
Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation for Company Officer
Company Officer 2D: All Risk Command Operations for Company Officers
Company Officer 2E: Wildland incident Operations for Company Officer
S290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Classroom Delivery)
Instructional Methodology
OR Department of Defense Fire Officer I-V Certification that meets or exceeds NFPA 1021
Completion of Engine Boss S230/S231 is highly desirable.
Note: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:
Practices, procedures, and equipment used in fighting fires and in saving lives and property.
The operation and maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment.
Laws, rules, and regulations that govern the Fire Department.
Hazardous and flammable materials.
Evidence of arson and presentation of evidence in court.
Effective methods of crowd control, building evacuation techniques, and traffic rules.
Principles of hydraulics and chemistry as applied to fire fighting.
District geography.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to:
Supervise personnel and equipment under emergency conditions effectively.
Appraise an emergency and initiate an effective course of action quickly.
Maintain discipline and high morale.
Handle varying amounts of workload and stress effectively.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Memorize the names of streets and the location of water mains, fire hydrants, and fire hazards in a fire district.
Prepare clear, concise reports, evaluations, and communications using a computer.
Examination Components The examination will consist of the following steps: 1. Review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step. 2. Written examination. Those candidates with a passing score on the written test will move on to the next step. The written examination is to assess technical and supervisor skills and will be weighted at 20% of the candidate's final examination score. 3. Assessment center weighted as 80% of the final score and may consist of: a. Structured interview (20%) b. Simulation exercises (40%) c. Administrative exercises (20%). Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of the examination. Competitors must achieve at least 70% in each of the assessment test components individually listed above to obtain an overall qualifying score. Competitors who score 70% or above in the entire process will have their names placed on the eligible list in order of final ranking.
Recruitment and Selection Plan Estimated dates (subject to change): • Deadline for filing: 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • Review of applications: February 13, 2026 • Written examination: Week of March 9, 2026 • Assessment center: April 24, 2026 (Week of May 4, 2026) • Results notification: Week of May 18, 2026 • Chief's hiring interviews: Week of June 12, 2026 • Voluntary candidate orientation: April 16-17, 2026.
Benefits For benefit information, contact Fire Administration at allbenefits@acgov.org.
Contact Information Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org https://hrs.alamedacountyca.gov/
Equal Employment Opportunity All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state, and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming workplace environment.
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