Recruitment Podcasts

Cosumnes Fire Department

Join host Chris Baker and guest Fire Captain Julie Rider, Recruitment Coordinator for the Cosumnes Fire Department as they discuss the Sacramento Regional Fire Services Diversity Committee and how the Cosumnes Fire Department provides opportunities and strategies for recruiting women into the fire service. During this episode, they also discuss the recruitment for the Cosumnes Fire Department and an overview of the entry-level fire recruit hiring process.

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District

Join host Chris Baker and guest Firefighter Paramedic Tim White, Recruitment Coordinator for the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, as they discuss the various active recruitment and outreach programs, including the Single Role Paramedic and EMT programs. During this episode, they also discuss the Metro Fire Mentor Program and how it influences and assists the next generation of Metro Firefighters through the hiring process.

San Diego Fire-Rescue Department

Join host Chris Baker and guest Fire Captain Jason Shanley, Recruitment Officer for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department as they discuss the various recruitment programs, including Brothers United, a group of African American firefighters in San Diego, California, the Women's Fire Prep Academy (WFPA) and Girls Empowerment Camp. During this episode, they also discuss the 2022 Fire Recruit recruitment and an overview of the entry-level firefighter hiring process for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Fire Captain Jason Shanley is a veteran of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, with more than 21 years of experience. He currently serves as the first-ever dedicated Recruitment Officer. The goal of the SDFD Recruitment Office is to have a department that mirrors the diversity of the City they serve. 

City of Los Angeles Fire Department

Host Chris Baker talks LAFD recruitment with the City of Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Rick Najera.