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Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District
Riverbank, CA · Stanislaus County
Formed March 3, 1995 through "Project 94," consolidating the former Riverbank, Empire, Waterford-Hickman-LaGrange, and Stanislaus County fire districts; district materials cite coverage of 195-199 square miles serving 50,000+ residents.
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Department careers page ↗Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District (SCFPD) protects the cities of Riverbank and Waterford along with surrounding unincorporated Stanislaus County communities from six fire stations spread across roughly 199 square miles of the Central Valley. The district was formed on March 3, 1995, when "Project 94" consolidated the former Riverbank, Empire, Waterford-Hickman-LaGrange, and Stanislaus County fire districts into a single agency, and it now fields career firefighters, engineers, and firefighter/paramedics working alongside administrative staff out of its Topeka Street headquarters.
Today the district describes itself as an all-risk public safety organization, running roughly 20-plus emergency calls every day, 24 hours a day, year-round, with career crews working 48-hour shifts. Beyond emergency response, SCFPD runs community outreach programs, ride-alongs, fire prevention education and inspections, and post-fire assistance for residents affected by fire loss.
Missionprotect life, environment and property
SCFPD hires career Firefighters, Firefighter/Paramedics, Engineers, Captains, and Battalion Chiefs, along with administrative support staff, and posts a 2025-2026 salary schedule alongside its current recruitments on the Employment page. The district describes its pay and benefits as a competitive package for the Central Valley.
Hiring process
- Review current recruitments and the position flyer on the district's Employment page
- Complete the District Application form
- Submit the application (with resume, for intern/volunteer roles) to the administrative office at 3324 Topeka Street, Riverbank
- Follow any additional testing, interview, or certification steps specified on the position flyer
Benefits
The district describes its offering as a competitive wage and benefits package for the Central Valley; bargaining-unit employees are represented by Local 3399 under a current MOU.
How do I apply for a job with Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District?
Applicants follow the instructions on the specific position's flyer and complete the District Application form, which is submitted to the administrative office at 3324 Topeka Street, Riverbank, CA 95367.
Does Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District hire firefighter/paramedics?
Yes. The district's career positions include Firefighter, Firefighter/Paramedic, Engineer, Captain, and Battalion Chief.
What schedule do firefighters work at SCFPD?
Career suppression staff work 48-hour shifts, and the district responds to roughly 20 or more emergency calls every day, 24/7/365.
What union represents Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District employees?
Bargaining-unit employees are represented by Local 3399, with employment terms set under a current memorandum of understanding.