Firefighter Paramedic

Job Description:

Firefighter Paramedic

Description

Description

This is an Open-Competitive recruitment. This position is open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Only online applications will be accepted for this position. Applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates whose background and experience best meet our requirements will be invited to the selection process.

• Salary Effective July 1, 2024 - $9,568 to $11,334 per month
• Paramedic Incentive - $776.36 per month
• $10,000 Bonus Payment for signing Volunteering Binding Arbitration Agreement
• CalPERS 3% @ 55 (Classic); 2.7% @ 57 (PEPRA)
• Vacation - Up to 12 days per year
• Sick Leave - 12 hours per month
• Medical Health Insurance - $1,750 Monthly
• Dental, Optical, and Life Insurance - Up to $184.25
• Life Insurance - $50,000
• Retiree Medical Benefits after 5 years with City of El Segundo
• Longevity: 6 years ($500/month), 13 years ($700 /month ), 20 years ($900 /month )

Applicants are responsible for the proper submission of their own application materials. Attach a copy of certificate(s) to the electronic application. Failure to attach a copy of your certificate(s) earned will result in the rejection of your application. Applicants providing any additional supplemental material with their application must provide their materials at the time of application filing.

Component

Weight
Skills Test
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Skills Test in order to continue in the examination process.
Pass/Fail
Structured Technical Interview
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Structured Technical Interview.
100%

Overall Score and Eligibility List: Combining scores from all portions of the examination, a candidate must achieve a final overall raw score of 70% or higher in order to receive a final weighted score and be placed on to the final eligibility list.

Candidate Notification: All communication for this recruitment will be done via e-mail. Candidates are responsible for providing the correct e-mail address and checking their e-mail account regularly for electronic communications.

Under general supervision, fights fires; mitigates hazardous materials emergencies; performs medical, rescue work, other non-fire emergency response work; participates in fire prevention inspections, station maintenance, and training activities; performs the duties of a paramedic; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives supervision from a Fire Captain. Medical compliance is provided by the EMS Battalion Chief.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Responds to fire calls and participates in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; operates various firefighting/control equipment such as pumps, hoses, ladders, and extinguishers; lays hose lines and directs water streams onto fires;
• Provides emergency medical aid to individuals in need of such care; depending on qualifications, provides care consistent with standards and permitted procedures established for emergency medical treatment;
• Inspects, cleans, services, drives and operates various firefighting equipment and apparatus; performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment as necessary; assists in maintaining clean and orderly conditions in and about the fire station;
• Attends and participates in special drills and other training activities;
• Conducts inspections of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention and target hazard identification and review;
• May participate in special projects, develop and/or conduct training, and perform work assignments while serving on various committees; responds as required when calling in from off-duty;
• Responds to and may direct others at medical emergencies; treats and transports patients; administers lifesaving/support techniques and systems; communicates with medical personnel regarding patient and/or procedural status; prepares related reports; inspects and maintains specialized equipment and supplies related to paramedic activity;
• Regularly and predictably attends work; and
• Performs related Fire Paramedic duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

• Basic and advanced emergency medical care practices;
• Safe emergency vehicle driving and operating practices;
• Los Angeles County and State of California laws, ordinances, treatment guidelines, policies and procedures relating to prehospital care and transportation of the sick and injured;
• Basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices; and
• Principles and practices of public education and customer relations.

Skill in:

• Learning and applying firefighting principles and techniques;
• Thinking and acting quickly and efficiently in emergency situations;
• Understanding and applying mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression;
• Safely operate department tools and medical equipment;
• Performing physically demanding work for potentially extended periods of time under difficult, dangerous and stressful situations;
• Maintaining confidentiality of medical and other privileged information;
• Maintaining Paramedic licensure and continuing education in compliance with State and local regulations;
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Regularly and predictably attending work;
• Following directions from a supervisor;
• Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;
• Accepting constructive criticism; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public.

Qualifications

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Experience: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Education: Graduation from High School or GED equivalency successful completion of a California State Fire Marshal Accredited Academy and possession of a State Firefighter I certificate are required within six (6) months of appointment.

Licensing/Certificates:

• Must possess a current EMT-P Paramedic license with the State of California and Basic Life Support (CPR) for the Healthcare Provider at the time of application.
• Must obtain Los Angeles County Paramedic accreditation within three (3) months of appointment.
• Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.

Supplemental Information

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION (FFA)
Benefit Summary

PERS Retirement : 3% @ 55, single highest year.Classic memberemployees pay full 12% PERS Member Share 2.7%@57 for new members hired on or after 1/1/13 with three year average final compensation and payment of 50% of normal cost (12%).

Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Medical Insurance : $1,750.00/month for employeeand dependents' medical insurance under PERS. Basic level EAP coverage paid by the City.

Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D : Premiums paid by the employee. Premium monthly amount is added back to monthly salary. $50,000 term life policy.

Flex Plan: Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee paid insurance medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Deferred Compensation : Voluntary participation in 457 plan.

Holidays : Paid 144 hours per year in lieu of holidays.

Vacation Leave : 12 days or 6 shifts (1- 7 years); 18 days or 9 shifts (7 - 14 years); 24 days or 12 shifts (after 14 years of service). Leave can be used after one year of service. Annual cash conversion currently suspended.

Sick Leave : Eight (8) hours per month or twelve (12) hours per month for shift personnel. Partial payment for accrual over 1,584 hours and percentage of unusedleave paid upon retirement or separation.Effective 10/1/16, sick leave paid at base hourly rate.

Bereavement Leave : Four (4) days or two (2) 24-hour shifts for shift personnel per qualifying incident.

Longevity Pay: Level I, 6.5 years = $407.77 - $570.24; Level II, 13 years = $990.30 - $1384.87; Level III, 19.5 years = $1572.87 - $2199.50; Level IV, 26 years = $2271.87 - $3177.06. Program frozen for current employees pursuant to MOU provisions. Not available to future employees.

Educational Incentive Pay: Depending upon level of education, position held and step within range, may receive pay from $524.28/mo up to $1059.02/mo.Program frozen for current employees pursuant to MOU provisions.Not available to future employees.

Certification Pay: Depending upon classification and step within range, may be eligible for Paramedic Level I - $505.27 - $855.36.

Other:

Voluntary participation in Credit Union

Long-Term Disabilitypaid by City

Payroll Direct Deposit

Up to $4,000 interest free computer loan

05/24

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$9,568.93 - $11,334.96 Monthly