OFD Recruitment Spotlight Video

Step Into Service. Step Into Oakland.
Becoming an Oakland firefighter means more than answering calls — it means being part of a community-centered team that protects lives, responds with courage, and reflects the diverse spirit of this city.

Watch the video featuring Chief Lionel Jarreau, Captain Seth Olyer, Captain Tanisha Tucker, and Engineer Candice Koshman to see what life with the Oakland Fire Department looks like, from the passion behind the gear to the people you’ll serve and stand beside.

Whether you’re driven by service, teamwork, or making a real difference in someone’s hardest moment, your journey starts here.