Human Resources
To ensure our communities receive successful and efficient public safety services, the Human Resources Department attracts and retains high-performing individuals.
We are committed to a work environment, free of harassment and discrimination, where employees can look forward to coming to work each day.
Our dedicated risk management section minimizes risk and maximizes safety and productivity, while our highly engaged employee relations team interacts with applicants and employees to administer employee benefits, uphold merit principles, and ensure compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
Physical Address
1 Fire Authority Road, Irvine Irvine, CA 92602
Mailing Address
Orange County Fire Authority
P.O. Box 57115
Irvine, CA 92619-7115
Verification of Employment
Benefits - Active Employee
Please refer to the class specifications on OCFA’s “Career Pages” for comprehensive benefit summaries.
CalPERS Health Insurance
Employees represented by OCEA, COA, OCFAMA, and Executive Management have a choice of medical plans under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program. Please click HERE to view the following information:
- Health Benefit Summary
- CalPERS Plans & Rates
Benefits - Reserve Firefighter
Benefits - Retiree
Deferred Compensation
Defined Contribution Plan for Retiree Medical Benefits (HCRA)
Medicare and Social Security
Retiree Medical Grant
Contact Information
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION
| Name | Position | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Holloman | Assistant Chief / Human Resources Director | (714) 573-6353 |
| Rhonda Wolik | Executive Assistant | (714) 573-6023 |
| Julían Velarde | Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator | (714) 573-6838 |
| Maria Hernandez | Organizational Development & Training Manager | (714) 573-6811 |
| General Line | (714) 573-6800 | |
BENEFITS / CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
| Nicole Chung | Human Resources Manager | (714) 573-6806 |
| Julia Lee | Human Resources Analyst II | (714) 573-6814 |
| Maia Nelson | Human Resources Analyst II | (714) 573-6812 |
| Chasity Santiago | Senior Human Resources Specialist | (714) 573-6803 |
| [Vacant] | Senior Human Resources Specialist | – |
| April Cauthen | Senior Human Resources Specialist | (714) 573-6818 |
| Valerie Castro | Human Resources Specialist | (714) 573-6826 |
RECRUITMENT
| Duke Steppe | Human Resources Manager | (714) 573-6807 |
| Brad Stephens | Senior Human Resources Analyst | (714) 573-6816 |
| Ivonne Spagon | Human Resources Analyst II | (714) 573-6810 |
| Julie Kwak | Human Resources Analyst I | (714) 573-6828 |
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
| Christy Dycus | Human Resources Manager | (714) 573-6835 |
| [Vacant] | Senior Human Resources Analyst | – |
| [Vacant] | Human Resources Analyst I | – |
RISK MANAGEMENT
| Rhonda Haynes | Risk Manager | (714) 573-6833 |
| Lynn Prell | Risk Management Analyst 2 – Workers’ Compensation | (714) 573-6832 |
| Loren Ford | Risk Management Specialist – Workers’ Compensation | (714) 573-6834 |
| Ryan Kinney | Behavioral Health & Wellness Coordinator | (714) 573-6848 |
| Brandon Chandler | Risk Management Analyst – General Liability & Insurance | (714) 573-6849 |
| Gary Grammer | Environmental Health & Safety Officer | (714) 573-6831 |
| [Vacant] | Environmental Health Specialist | (714) 573-6839 |
| Elie Nguyen |
Risk Management Administrative Assistant | (714) 573-6469 |
Employment Information
Filing a Claim
All claims for damages against the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) must be filed with the OCFA and must conform to the government claim requirements as established by the Government Code Sections 911.2 and 915. Government Code Section 911.2 states that most claims for damages against a public entity must be filed within six months of accrual of the cause of action. Government Code Section 915 addresses the method of delivery of the claim to the public entity. With very limited exceptions, no lawsuit for money or damages may be brought against a public entity unless a claim has been formally presented to the entity and rejected or has been deemed to be rejected by the passage of time (California Government Code Sections 945.4 and 912.4).
How to Obtain and Submit a Claim to OCFA
A complete claim form and related documentation must be filed with the OCFA Clerk of Authority at the following address:
| Physical Address | Mailing Address | Electronic Address |
| Clerk of the Authority Orange County Fire Authority 1 Fire Authority Road Second Floor, Suite AW 209B Irvine, CA 92602 |
Clerk of the Authority Orange County Fire Authority PO Box 57115 Irvine, CA 92619-7115 |
Clerk of the Authority Orange County Fire Authority coa@ocfa.org |
You can download the claim form below or request one be mailed or faxed to you by contacting the Risk Management Department at (714) 573-6830
Claim forms may also be picked up in person by visiting the Clerk of the Authority during regular business hours
What happens to the claim once it is filed
The OCFA will respond to the claim within 45 days after it is received. A letter will be sent to the claimant advising that the claim is under review by Risk Management and notification of disbursement of the claim will be forthcoming within five days of the date of the letter.
This is not intended to constitute legal advice. If you have questions about your legal rights or obligations, please contact an attorney.
Labor Groups Memorandum of Understanding
Volunteer Information
Retiree Information
Password required to view Retiree Documents. Contact us at 714-573-6800 or email HR@ocfa.org for password.