Employment Opportunities

Join a public safety Special District that prides itself on being an integral part of the community. We are dedicated to protecting and providing for life safety, environmental protection and property conservation through education, hazard reduction and emergency response.

The Southern Marin Fire District serves the communities of Sausalito, Tamalpais Valley, Almonte, Homestead Valley, Alto, Strawberry, approximately 1/4 of the town of Tiburon, the City of Mill Valley, Fort Baker and the Marin Headlands. The District covers over 25.3 square miles, a population of approximately 39,907 and over 20,500 homes and commercial properties. Each of our zones is protected by one Type I engine with each of the zones cross-staffing at least one specialty piece of equipment such as an Ambulance, Ladder Truck, Rescue, Fire Boat, Jet Skis, Inflatable Rescue Boat, and Type 3 Engine.

Our Vision:

Advancing all-risk emergency services through professionalism, cutting-edge innovation, and partnerships – strengthening safety, trust, and resilience for thriving communities.

Our Mission:

The Southern Marin Fire District protects life, property, and the environment through stewardship and all-risk emergency services. Committed to excellence and collaboration, we ensure community resilience and safety with trust, integrity, and compassion.

Our Core Values:
We live these values every shift, every call, every interaction:

Uphold Integrity and Accountability
Demonstrate Courage
Lead with Humility
Serve with a Compassionate Heart
Champion Well-Being
Be a Pillar of Dependability
Give Relentless Effort
Embrace Stewardship

Benefits:
Southern Marin Fire District offers a generous Benefits Package including:

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits. Health care plans provided by: Kaiser L, Kaiser Silver and Teamsters Anthem Blue Cross.
Dental Insurance provided by Delta Dental with premium costs paid by the District. Plan covers all employees and their dependents.
Vision Insurance provided by VSP with premium costs paid by the District. Plan covers all employees and their dependents.
LTC, LTD, Life and AD&D insurance are also included.
Other District paid benefits include: EAP, BCN, RHS (District contributes 2% of base salary) and Deferred Compensation (District contributes 5% of base salary).
Southern Marin Fire District participates in the Marin County Employees' Retirement System (MCERA).
Also, included is longevity pay and education incentives.

Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant training and experience. The process may include interviews and/or performance tests. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list. A background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting is required. All appointments are also subject to the successful completion of a pre-placement physical examination that includes a drug screen. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. All employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath to the United States and the State of California Constitution at time of hire.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Southern Marin Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Today! The Southern Marin Fire Protection District has the following position(s) open:

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Job	Type	Application Deadline	Salary
FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC (Entry-Level & Lateral)	Full Time	01/31/2026 12:00 PM	Salary Range: $9,040.66 - $11,538.44/month

Questions:

Any questions about Southern Marin Fire District benefits may be directed to Human Resources Manager, Susan Paterson, at 415-8057326 or email spaterson@smfd.org

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