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El Centro Fire Department
El Centro, CA · Imperial County
El Centro Fire Department protects the city of El Centro in California's Imperial Valley near the U.S.-Mexico border. It operates three around-the-clock stations with a budgeted force of 40 sworn positions and 3 non-sworn staff, running a minimum of 10 personnel per shift.
The department is an all-hazards operation. Its fleet includes five engines, a 75-foot aerial quint, two rescue squads, a mobile air unit, and specialized assets such as an OES Urban Search and Rescue Type 2 trailer and the hazardous materials response unit that serves the entire county.
Beyond suppression, the department delivers paramedic-level emergency medical care through paramedic assessment units and runs dedicated Fire Prevention and Fire Administration divisions.
MissionProtect life, property and the environment through its mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery actions.
The City of El Centro posts fire department openings through its NEOGOV/GovernmentJobs careers portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/elcentro, where candidates apply online. At the time of writing there were no active fire postings listed.
For questions about recruitment, contact Fire Administration at 760-337-4530 or the City's Human Resources department.
How do I apply for a job with the El Centro Fire Department?
Fire department positions are posted and applied for online through the City of El Centro's careers portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/elcentro.
Are there firefighter openings right now?
At the time of writing the City's job portal showed no active fire department postings. Check governmentjobs.com/careers/elcentro for current openings.
Does El Centro Fire provide emergency medical services?
Yes. The department delivers paramedic-level emergency medical care through paramedic assessment units in addition to fire suppression.
How many stations and firefighters does the department have?
The department operates three stations 24/7 with a budgeted 40 sworn positions and 3 non-sworn staff, running a minimum of 10 personnel per shift.
Who do I contact about recruitment?
Reach Fire Administration at 760-337-4530 (1910 N. Waterman Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243), or contact the City's Human Resources department.