Job description

Salary
$6,030.00 - $8,080.00 Monthly
Location
Imperial Beach, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Fire Department
Job Number
2023-012
Closing
5/10/2023 5:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description

Applicants who are considered most qualified will be invited to participate in an assessment center consisting of a Mega Code and interview.

Confirmed Mega Code & Interview dates:
Friday, May 26, Tuesday, May 30, and Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Applicants are only required to attend one of the three dates.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by Monday, May 15, 2023, to schedule their Mega Code & Interview.

Final Interview
Candidates that successfully complete the Mega Code & Interview will be invited to a final interview tentatively scheduled on Thursday, June 8, 2023.

Important Information Related to the Mega Code:
The 2022-2023 County of San Diego EMS protocols will be used during the Appraisal Interview and Paramedic Skills Assessment. For reference, you may click on the following link to access the County of San Diego protocols website: Emergency Medical Services Treatment Protocols/Policies

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GENERAL PURPOSE
Under supervision, respond to fire, medical, rescues and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; to render aid and lifesaving assistance; to participate in fire prevention and training activities; and to perform related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED EXERCISED
Works under the direct supervision of the Fire Company Officer. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

Represent the working level firefighting crewmember.
Incumbents generally operate hose at a fire scene, but may perform other duties upon order of the incident commander.
The majority of the shift is spent in training for hazardous situations.
Incumbents are called upon to work in potentially hazardous conditions when at the scene of an emergency.
Upon approval of the Fire Chief, incumbents meeting the requirements for Fire Engineer may be required to perform the duties of Fire Engineer when the level of manpower so requires.
Perform ancillary duties involving the administration of the fire department; these collateral duties may be in areas of fire prevention, public education, inspection, inventory, apparatus maintenance, training or other aspects of the fire suppression/prevention programs.
Will render advanced life support under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Must use considerable initiative in the rescue and medical examination of victims, but must also operate within the strict constraints of established guidelines and instructions of medical personnel.
Must maintain knowledge of the laws, ordinances and codes governing Paramedics practices.
Diagnostic signs and treatments for injury and illness as described in the State and County Scope of Practice Guidelines; medical supplies, pharmaceuticals and common prescription drugs.
All positions in this class are designated as Firefighter/Paramedics.

Peripheral Duties:
Respond to emergencies.
Perform fire control activities and utilizes strategies in the areas of victim rescue, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishment; fight structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle and wild land fires.
Inspect and maintain nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lighting equipment, generators, rescue and first aid and related equipment, assist Fire Engineer inspect, clean, and maintain fire apparatus.
Operate fuel oil pumps, building heating and cooling systems, cutting boring and sawing tools, lighting, lifting, and air moving equipment, various types of extinguishers, appliances, elevators, fire protection and escape systems, radio equipment and meters.
Use a variety of tools, ropes, knots, ladders, life lines, belts and couples; reels, unreels and carry hoses.
Connect nozzles and valve fittings; extend and reduce hose lines; lay single and multiple hose lines; lay hoses and operate hose streams above and below street level; rise, climb and work with extension ladder to make forcible entries.
Receive and transmit alarms; control traffic; provide emergency care and treatment of fire and accident victims; lift, carry and transports victims; administer basic life support to victims of accidents and fires; render advanced life support as a Paramedic, examining victims, communicating vital medical data to medical personnel and administering medical treatment in accordance with established guidelines and the specific instruction of hospital medical personnel; assist the public in a wide variety of emergency calls involving illness and urgent situations.
Conduct fire drills and demonstrate fire equipment; write fire alarm reports; interpret federal, state, local and department rules and regulations.
Assist in the maintenance of the fire station and grounds.
Perform a variety of collateral administrative work involving fire prevention and suppression programs.
Engage in public information activities.
Maintain inventories.
Recommend purchase of fire fighting equipment, physical fitness apparatus and station appliances.
Maintain physical fitness.
Conduct fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies and commercial, industrial and government buildings.
Identify common, special, structural and panic hazards; interpret fire and building codes; issue orders to comply with such codes; inspect and tests fire protection systems; examine the storage, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials; make recommendations regarding the correction of hazards; assist in the prevention of fires.
Responds to complaints and requests for information from the public.
Operate City vehicles; and performs other related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:
Basic mathematics and mechanical relationships; simple record keeping methods; proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in fire fighting general principles of fire suppression and prevention; basic Life Support techniques and equipment; appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:
Read, understand and apply technical fire fighting materials and concepts; respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures; perform routine administrative functions. Perform Advanced Life Support functions; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:
Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position, or experience at or equivalent to the level of Probationary Firefighter in the City of Imperial Beach, from which the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licensing & Certificates:
Must have a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) Certificate dated within six (6) months of application for the position.
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License for fire apparatus within one (1) year of employment.
Possession of a California State Firefighter 1 certificate is required within one (1) year of employment.
Possession of a State Paramedic card with San Diego County Accreditation is required as a condition of employment.

Attach your CPAT and Paramedic License at time of application or email it to hr@imperialbeachca.gov.

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Agency
City of Imperial Beach
Address
825 Imperial Beach Blvd.

Imperial Beach, California, 91932
Phone
(619) 423-8615
CAFETERIA BENEFIT PLANThe City sponsors an Internal Revenue Code §125 Cafeteria Benefit Plan that offers non-taxable benefits to employees. It allows employees to choose from several different benefit options, and, if the employee exceeds the City-provided allotment, he/she may use pretax dollars to fund the costs. Alternatively, an employee may choose to pay for any of the available benefits with after-tax contributionsThe City provides medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account. The City contracts with the CalPERS Group Health Benefits Division, which offers several options including HMOs and PPOs plans.CalPERS offers eleven (11) medical plans within the San Diego County. The cost for each plan varies and so do the co-payments. From January 1, 2023, thru December 31, 2023, the maximum Cafeteria Plan Allotment the City pays towards a City provided medical plan is $1,966.15 a month. The employee will pay through payroll deductions any premium Cost in excess of the Cafeteria Plan Allotment. LIFE INSURANCEThe City pays premiums that provide group term life insurance and AD&D in an amount $50,000. Employees may purchase up to $300,000 of additional employee term life insurance. Employees may purchase up to $100,000 of additional term life insurance for their spouses and up to $10,000 per their child.SHORT-TERM & LONG-TERM DISABILITYThe City provides short-term disability insurance equal to 60% of income (up to $1,155/week) after an 8-day waiting period. The City provides long-term disability insurance equal to 60% of income (up to $6,000/month) after a 90-day waiting period. Both short-term and long-term premiums are paid by the employee.RETIREMENTEnrollment in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows: New Members: Employees hired after to January 1, 2013 - CalPERS provided benefit of 2.7% for each year of service at the retirement rate of 57 (2.7%@57). Employee pays approximately 11.50% of the contribution. The highest three-year of compensation is used as the basis for calculating a portion of the cost for the enhanced formula.Classic Members: Employees hired after to July 1, 2011 - CalPERS provided benefit of 2% for each year of service at the retirement rate of 50 (2%@50). Employee pays full 12% of the contribution. The highest three-year of compensation is used as the basis for calculating a portion of the cost for the enhanced formula.The City participates in the Federal Social Security Administration Program.457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANThe City offers a deferred compensation plan supplemental retirement program with ICMA-RC Internal Revenue Code §457 that allows employees to make contributions on a pre-tax basis (federal, and most cases, state income taxes are deferred until assets are withdrawn, usually during retirement when the participant may be in a lower tax bracket) - employee contributions. The minimum contribution is $25 per pay period. The "Age 50" Catch-up provision allows employees reaching age 50 or older during the year to contribute an additional amount annually.HOLIDAY & ANNUAL LEAVE12 regular holidays and 48 hours of floating holidays per fiscal year. Holidays are credited to employee's vacation accrual.Annual Leave: 1 to 5 years - 268.8 hours per year5 to 15 years - 302.4 hours per year15 + years - 358.4 hours per yearEmployee can accrue twice his/her annual vacation accrual. Upon separation from employment and completion of one (1) year of active service, employee will receive lump sum pay of accumulated vacation days.VACATION SELL BACKMay sell back up to 112 hours twice a year. Employee must have a minimum of 112 hours of vacation remaining after the sell back.SICK LEAVEEmployees accrue 11.67 hours for each full month of service = 140 hours for each full 12 month of service. 1,120 hours maximum accrual. 50% accrual payoff at separation after 5 years of service credit. Effective July 1, 2011, there will not be any cash payment for accrued sick leave in excess of 1,120 hours and unused sick leave will not be converted to CalPERS service credit.EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)The City provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP provides confidential evaluation and counseling services for employees, family members and anyone residing in the home of an employee.UNIFORM ALLOWANCEFull time permanent employees will receive a uniform allowance in the amount of $50.00 per pay period paid with their regular checks for the purchase, rental, and/or maintenance of uniforms. PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONSA comprehensive physical examination is provided annually.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT$1,000 per fiscal year. Employee may exceed $1,000 with an approved career plan.COMPUTER PURCHASE PROGRAM$2,000 per 24-month period after successfully completing probation period.EDUCATION INCENTIVEFull-Time employees that have completed a probationary period are eligible for an educational incentive. Associate degree: $50.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basis Bachelor's degree: $60.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basis Master's degree: $70.00 per month, paid on a bi-weekly basisPayment for any degrees or certificates that is a non as minimum qualification.

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