WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
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The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.
The DepartmentThe Torrance Fire Department is a nationally recognized ISO Class 1 premier all-risk public safety organization and a Center for Public Safety (CPSE) Accredited Agency. The primary mission is to protect, serve and improve the quality of life for the entire community of Torrance. This is achieved through strong partnerships in all areas within the City of Torrance. Resources are strategically located across the city to ensure the community's expectations are being met. The Torrance Fire Department is comprised of the following functioning divisions: Administration, Communications, Community Risk Reduction, Emergency Medical Services, Logistics, Operations, Planning, Specialist Operations, and Training.The PositionThe Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Coordinator is a professional level civilian position responsible for ensuring quality emergency medical care services are provided by Fire Department personnel in conformance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. The EMS Coordinator will work closely with the Fire Captain and Assistant Fire Chief assigned to the EMS program to provide oversight of on-going training, to evaluate paramedic and Emergency Medical Technician performance and to monitor the EMS pre-hospital care system to ensure that the City maintains high quality patient care and superior customer service.
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NOTE: Appointment to the position is typically made at Step 1, however hiring beyond this step may be based on experience and qualification. For more information on the salary, please click here.The City offers ample opportunities for career growth throughout the organization with its 14 departments, which work together to provide quality service, enriching programs, and exciting events to keep the community safe and thriving. The City also proudly offers exceptional employee benefits and perks! Please click here for more information on Employee Benefits, Discounts, & Incentives! Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge and abilities is:
Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program and five (5) years of experience in the delivery of emergency medical care, pre-hospital care, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience as a Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) and/or Pre-hospital Care Coordinator is highly desirable.
License and/or Certification
Must possess a valid State of California driver's license of the appropriate class.
Must obtain and maintain the following certifications within one (1) year of hire:
- License as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing.
- California State Fire Marshal Instructor 1A & 1B certification
- Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEPP) Certification
Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
is highly desirable.IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate, in addition to the minimum requirement, will have:- Experience as a nurse educator;
- Extensive experience in EMS program operations including providing and coordinating EMS-related training programs;
- Experience as a Pre-hospital Care Coordinator;
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Fire Dept. and City employees, patients, representatives from other agencies, and the general public;
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; and
- Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of applications will be those received by Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of the following components:
Panel Interview - 100% (Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026)The tentative test date will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date.If you have specific questions regarding the position, contact Adam Brown, Assistant Fire Chief, EMS Division at (310) 781-7051 or
ABrown@TorranceCA.Gov.
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The City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 prior to the test date. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
