Firefighter Recruiting

Contra Costa Fire recognizes that it takes a talented team of employees to keep its organization running and firefighters ready to respond to the call. Joining the Contra Costa Fire team means joining an energetic, innovative team that values diversity, and is committed to being the best. If you want to learn, be challenged, and grow professionally, Contra Costa Fire is the organization for you. 

Contra Costa Fire, a recognized fire service leader and one of the largest in the state, provides fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to 770,000 community members in 12 cities and several unincorporated areas across our 553-square-mile jurisdiction in Contra Costa County, California.

Keep reading below or use the links to the left to learn more about becoming a firefighter or how to join Contra Costa Fire in one of the many other administrative support positions with purpose. 

All applications must be submitted online by clicking here.

How to Become a Firefighter

Woman doing firefighter training Join Contra Costa Fire and embark on a fast-paced, rewarding career where you’ll learn and grow from day one. Our firefighting roles offer unparalleled opportunities to demonstrate leadership and dedication to public service. We seek candidates with strong ethics, excellent communication skills, and share the Contra Costa Fire commitment to diversity and professionalism. If you’re ready to be part of one of the busiest fire districts in the state, with opportunities for growth and variety, this is the place for you!

Click here to learn more about how to become a firefighter.

Administrative Positions with Purpose 

Contra Costa Fire is composed of a diverse team of professionals who are invaluable to the
organization. There are many members of Contra Costa Fire that work in positions with purpose, supporting firefighters and the Contra Costa Fire mission and vision. Support positions include finance, human resources, payroll, facilities management, communications, inspections, GIS, information systems, public education, code enforcement, supply, apparatus and more.

View current openings by clicking here.
You can also sign up to be alerted of future openings by clicking here.

Recruitment Events

Contra Costa Fire attends several job/career fairs and recruitment events throughout the year. Below is a current list of events we will be attending. Be sure to check back regularly for the most up to date information.

Want us at Your Next Event?
We ask that you submit your request a minimum of 4 weeks before your event. A member of our outreach team will be in contact with you to indicate if your request is approved.

To submit a request click here.

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District

4005 Port Chicago Highway, Suite 250
Concord, CA 94520-1180

General Email: info@cccfpd.org
Phone : (925) 941-3300
TTY: Call 711
Fax : (925) 941-3309

IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY CALL 911

In the event of an emergency
CALL 911

For fire and EMS out of area calls Call 925-933-1313

Normal business hours for the Administration office are Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM