Description

The Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) California Task Force 5 (CA-TF5) Logistics Specialist recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. This recruitment is open to current OCFA Fire Captains, Fire Apparatus Engineer and non-probationary Firefighters. The ideal candidate should be technically savvy and very motivated. The Logistics Specialist is responsible for documenting, tracking, and maintaining items in the FEMA US&R Cache during routine training and on emergency deployments or to support the task force during incident operations.

Successful candidates will be placed on a Candidate Pool List, which will be used to fill future vacancies.

Current Members of California Task Force 5 are encouraged to apply in order to be cross trained into Logistics

Essential Functions

This position requires participation in rigorous physical and mentally challenging base camp and field operations, encompassing multiple disciplines of the logistics functions in extremely varied and potentially hazardous working conditions. This position requires the ability to provide both verbal and written interaction with all sections of the US&R Task Force, including local, state, and federal officials. The position also requires working in disaster zones, in adverse weather conditions, hazardous atmospheres, and flight in military or civilian aircraft (fixed and rotary). As a member of the US&R Task Force, you will be asked to represent the local, state and federal government, under extremely diverse conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements for US&R Logistics Specialist: Current, OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer or non-probationary Firefighter

Participation in the OCFA "WEFIT" program
Have a basic knowledge of US&R and GPS operations
Demonstrate the ability to follow orders and personnel management skills
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Have the ability to be flexible, resolve conflicts, and solve problems
Possess basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Be willing to work and live in poor conditions for extended periods of time
Certificate of completion for ICS 100, ICS 200, IS 700, and IS 800

Position Requirement (provided Post Selection)

Maintain a basic knowledge of the use of specialized Task Force equipment and support resources related to your position
Maintain qualifications for Logistics Team per the FEMA position descriptions
Completion of the FEMA Logistics Specialist Course
Participate in air operations – helicopter and fixed wing during deployments or training
Attend quarterly training
Maintain/respond by timely communication with Task Force and section administration through email and phone
Obtain and maintain a Commercial Class A Driver License (Task Force provided)
Completion of OSHA approved Forklift operator
Completion of UTV operator
Follow the Federal "Code of Conduct" for US&R Task Force
Complete all General Administrative Requirements and General Training Requirements for all Task Force members within two (2) months of selection (see "Task Force General Requirements" under Supplemental Information for details)

Selected individuals will begin the training process immediately after selection, with required attendance at the FEMA Logistics course in November of 2026.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

How To Apply For This Position

To apply, go to www.ocfa.org. Interested personnel are to submit the following:

Online application - application must show current OCFA experience
Resumé (2-pages maximum) outlining your qualifications as they relate to this position
Memo of Interest
Attach Certificates of Completion for FEMA ICS 100, ICS200, IS700, and IS800

All materials must be submitted with your electronic application no later than Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon).

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Recruitment closes – Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon)
Panel interviews – Week of September 14, 2026

All dates are subject to change based on organizational need. Should a change occur, Human Resources will notify all affected candidates via email.

CANDIDATE POOL LIST

Placement on the candidate pool list will be established based on successful completion of all recruitment process components. The candidate pool list will remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of establishment or until all names on the list are exhausted. The candidate pool list may be extended or abolished at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Human Resources/Human Resources Director.

Task Force General Requirements

General Administrative Requirements

The task force will do the following for each member:

Maintain a current memorandum of agreement with DHS/FEMA, as well as participating agency agreements, and/or affiliated personnel agreements, as applicable
Maintain a file for each rostered member that includes the following completed forms:
- Application for Federal Employment; Optional Form 612 or a standard FEMA US&R resume
- Appointment Affidavits; Standard Form 61
Document each member's successful completion of a quantitative respiratory protection fit test required per 29 CFR 1910.134, as defined in Program Directive
Ensure that each member maintains current inoculations, as defined in Program Directive 2005-008, unless medically contraindicated or refusal is documented
Document that each member has a current Physician Clearance for Deployment documented as defined in Program Directive 2005-008
Document each member has signed a Code of Conduct as defined in Program Directive 2018-006

General Training Requirements

Each member will do the following:

Complete critical incident stress awareness training
Complete ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700 and ICS-800.B courses
Complete the FEMA National US&R Response System Orientation course (Course Code: 9G6100)
Complete initial training at the first responder operations level for hazardous materials (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120)
Complete annual refresher training as required for first responder operations level for hazardous materials (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120)
Maintain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Task force members currently licensed or EMT (all levels) or licensed board-certified emergency physicians inherently meet this requirement
Complete respiratory protection training per OSHA 29 CFR 19110.134 (k)
Complete refresher training as required for respiratory protection training per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 (k)
Complete an initial blood-borne pathogen training in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030
Complete the FEMA US&R Enhanced Operations in the Contaminated Environment - Instructor-Led Training (Course Code: 9G5420)
Complete NFPA 1670 awareness level training for the following
- Confined Space Search and Rescue
- Water Rescue
- Structural Collapse Search and rescue
Complete OSHA approved Forklift operator
Complete UTV operator

QUESTIONS

All questions regarding this position should be directed to Section Coordinator Jason Frappier at jasonfrappier@ocfa.org or Deputy Coordinator Richard Ventura at richardventura@ocfa.org.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH NEOGOV

Please contact the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or at dukesteppe@ocfa.org for assistance.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ada) Accommodation

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at dukesteppe@ocfa.org within 72 hours of the need for an accommodation.

WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process, he/she is required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at dukesteppe@ocfa.org requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.

NOTE

The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Please note: This summary reflects the benefits for shift employees assigned to a 56-hour average duty week. For benefits information related to staff assignments (40-hour workweek), please refer to the OCPFA Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Orange County Professional Firefighters Association (OCPFA) Local 3631: This classification is represented by the OCPFA Local 3631. Please visit http://www.ocfirefighters.org for more information.

Merit Salary Increases

Employees are eligible for an initial merit salary increase (1 to 4 steps) on the first day of the pay period following completion of fifty-two (52) weeks of service, and thereafter annually based on their work performance and until they reach the top of their 12-step salary range.

Health Benefits

Pursuant to a Health Plan Agreement, the Authority contributes to the OCPFA medical benefit trust fund for health insurance and other related benefits. Brown Insurance Services (BIS) is the administrator for these benefits. The current contribution to the medical benefit trust fund will continue through 3/1/2028 in the amount of $2,199.49/month for "actively employed" enrollee members of the unit.

Retirement

All regular OCFA employees are members of the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) - a defined benefit retirement program. Employees are enrolled in one of the following retirement formulas based on date of hire.

Legacy Safety Members: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who establish reciprocity with OCERS are enrolled in the 3% at age 55 retirement formula (Plan R). Please visit OCERS to view compensation and benefit limits. https://www.ocers.org/post/compensation-and-benefit-limits

New Safety Members: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 without reciprocity are enrolled in the 2.7% at age 57 retirement formula (Plan V). Please visit OCERS to view compensation and benefit limits. https://www.ocers.org/post/compensation-and-benefit-limits

For more information about OCERS retirement, please visit OCERS, or view the Retirement Plan HERE.

Deferred Compensation

Employees may voluntarily participate in the Authority’s deferred compensation plan. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Services and allows for pre- and post-tax deferrals. This plan is 100% employee funded.

Retiree Medical Savings Plan

Employees participate in an employer sponsored retirement Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with a contribution of 3.0% of base salary. Firefighter Trainees and Handcrew Firefighters do not participate in this benefit.

OCPFA Supplemental Retiree Medical Plan

Employees contribute 1.0% of their base salary towards the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association (OCPFA) Supplemental Retiree Medical Plan Trust Fund.

Social Security

Orange County Fire Authority employees are not covered under the provisions of Federal Social Security (OASDI); therefore, they are not required to contribute 6.2% of salary towards Social Security.

Medicare

Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare. Employees whose wages exceed $200,000 in a calendar year shall contribute an additional 0.9%.

Educational Incentive Pay

Employees with college-level semester units or a bachelor’s degree are eligible for educational incentive pay as follows:

60+ college-level semester units - 2.5% of base salary per month; or
90+ college-level semester units - 5% of base salary per month; or
Baccalaureate Degree - 7.5% of base salary per month

The maximum educational incentive pay an employee shall receive is 7.5% of base salary. To receive educational incentive pay, the employee must submit a written request to receive the educational incentive pay and submit satisfactory proof of qualification (for example, grade cards, transcripts, and/or other verification from an accredited, college-level educational institution). Employees must provide official transcripts for verification.

Hand Crew Firefighters are not eligible for educational incentive Pay.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Pay

Employees (other than Firefighter Trainees) who maintain an active State of California EMT certification will receive, in addition to their regular salary, seven (9%) percent of each employee’s base salary per month, prorated on an hourly basis for regular hours paid.

Other Specialty Pays

Employees who move into special assignments at OCFA, or who possess specialized skills, may be eligible for other specialty pays. Please refer to the OCPFA MOU and Side Letter Agreements for further details.

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement is $2,000 per fiscal year to cover certain expenses associated with academic pursuits.

Holidays

Employees in the Firefighters Unit observe 13 holidays within the calendar year:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday
Lincoln's Birthday
President's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day

Shift employees receive 11.2 hours holiday pay of which 0.7 hours is designated to a Union Time Bank for Union release time.

Vacation

Vacation accrual is based on hours of completed continuous service (regular hours) exclusive of overtime. For shift employees:

After 1 year but less than 3 years: Approx 112 hours per year;
After 3 years but less than 10 years: Approx 168 hours per year;
After 10 years: Approx 224 hours per year.

Sick Leave

Sick leave is is based on hours of completed continuous service (regular hours) exclusive of overtime. For shift employees:

Date of employment but less than 3 years: Approx 101 hours per year;
After 3 years: Approx 144 hours per year.

Uniforms

The Authority provides uniforms to employees.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

The OCFA offers regular, limited-term, and probationary employees both a Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), which allows you to contribute pre-tax dollars into an account that can be used throughout the year on qualified medical or dependent care expenses. Participants pay fewer taxes and take home more money. For 2022, the maximum employee contribution is $2,750 for eligible medical expenses. The maximum employee contribution is $5,000 for eligible dependent care expenses.

WEFIT Program

The WEFIT Program is mandatory/non-punitive. The OCFA shall provide all five (5) of the following aspects of the WEFIT Program:

Medical
Fitness
Medical/Fitness/Injury Rehabilitation
Behavioral Health
Data Collection and Reporting

Pet Discount Program

OCFA has partnered with United Pet Care to offer a pet healthcare program. This program helps employees reduce the cost of escalating veterinary bills at an affordable rate. All pets are eligible regardless of their age or medical condition.

Benevolent Association

Employees have the option to join OCFA’s Benevolent Association which was created to “Take Care of Their Own.” Included in your $8.00 per pay period cost is $10,000 Member Death Benefit, $4,000 Dependent Death Benefit, $30,000 Annual Scholarships for Members and Dependents, Hardship Grants/Loans, Annual Picnic for Members, Holiday Ball, and Retiree Tribute. In addition, Discount Offers- Recreation/Amusement Parks, fitness 19 and 24-Hour Fitness gym membership, discount movie tickets, Angels Baseball game with tailgate party, etc. Membership also allows access to very good supplemental insurances of many types, including, Long Term Disability, Long Term Care, various AFLAC (ICU, Cancer, Accident Injury, CSFA membership, Living Trusts and more. The Family Auxiliary and KIDS Fund (provides monetary assistance only to kids of members), both operate under the Benevolent Association.

Updated 07/2026

This benefit summary is intended to provide an easy way for current and prospective employees to access fringe benefit information, including voluntary options. This summary is intended to be accurate, but it is not an official plan document, and has no legal or binding effect as an expressed or implied contract, or otherwise, and does not alter or amend any provision of the Memoranda of Understanding, Personnel and Salary Resolution, retirement contract, insurance policy contract, or any other official document of the Orange County Fire Authority, including Standard Operating Procedures and General Orders. All insurance benefits described in the summary are subject to the terms and limitations of the Orange County Fire Authority's insurance contracts with individual insurance providers. Should you have any questions pertaining to information in this summary, please contact the Human Resources Department at (714) 573-6800.

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This recruitment is open to current OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineers and non-probationary Firefighters. Are you a current OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer or non-probationary Firefighter?

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From the list below, please select the required FEMA certifications you possess. Please note that the certificates listed below are required and must be attached to your electronic application.

ICS 100
ICS 200
IS 700
IS 800
Required Question

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