Entry Level Firefighter/Firefighter Paramedic and/or Lateral Firefighter/Firefighter/Paramedic (20581142) Job at CalOpps, San Francisco, CA

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  • CalOpps
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Location

3111 Woodside Road Woodside, 94062

Description

The Woodside Fire Protection District is actively recruiting qualified applicants for employment.  Candidates will remain on the employment list for one year with the option for a one year extension.

Position – Entry Level Firefighter/EMT, Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic and/or Lateral Firefighter, Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic

Schedule – The Woodside Fire Protection District works on a 48/96 schedule

Salary -- FF/EMT - $10,854.21per month. FF/P - $11,939.67 per month. Lateral FF - Negotiable. Lateral FF/P - Negotiable

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Additional Job PDF: 

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications:

1.  Entry Level Firefighters and Entry Level Paramedic candidates must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) to apply and be considered for interviews. 

2.  Lateral Firefighters and Lateral Paramedics must have at least two years of paid full-time experience as a Firefighter or Paramedic with a public agency or special district. Laterals do not need to be on the FCTC SEL.

 

FCTC Requirements: 

1.  Must be current on the list by 03/02/2025.  Visit www.FCTConline.org for more information.

2.  Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card must be dated between 03/02/2024 to 03/02/2025.

3.  A passing score on the FCTC Written Test must be dated 03/02/2024 to 03/02/2025.

 

Experience, Education and Training:

  • Must be 18 years of age at the time of employment;
  • High School Diploma or equivalent;
  • Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying;
  • College-level coursework in fire science or related fields is desirable;
  • Military experience.

 

Required Licenses and Certifications: 

  • All licenses and certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment;
  • Possession of a valid class C driver's license and a safe driving record;
  • Must possess valid National Registry or California-accredited EMT certification at the time of application
  • Paramedic licensure is not required, but is highly desirable.  A minimum completion of Paramedic Didactic at the time of appointment will qualify you as a Paramedic applicant for the process. 
  • Completion of an accredited California Firefighter 1 program or FF2 experience is highly desirable or proof of planned graduation date by April 2025; and
  • Must be current on Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) on 03/02/2025.  For more information on how to be placed on the FCTC SEL, visit https://www.fctconline.org/becoming-a-firefighter/fctc-statewide-list/; and
  • Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card must be dated between 03/02/2024 to 03/02/2025.
  • To view upcoming Cal-JAC CPAT and FCTC Written Test dates, click here https://www.fctconline.org/testing-information/upcoming-test-schedule/

 

Knowledge of and Ability to:  

  • Respond to fires, emergency rescue, medical emergency, and public service calls.
  • Assist in maintaining the fire station and assist in the maintenance and repair of fire equipment.
  • Study Fire Department policies and standards, fire hazards, and firefighting techniques, participate in drills and exercises.
  • Perform medical emergency techniques and defibrillator use.
  • Perform periodic fire prevention inspections of businesses, writing correction notices as necessary.
  • Lay hose lines and operate engine pumping equipment.
  • Assist in holding a firefighting nozzle to direct a stream of water on fire.
  • Carry, raise, climb, and lower ladders
  • Conduct salvage and clean-up operations.
  • Adhere to all state and local paramedic and EMT policies, principles, practices, and procedures and provide BLS and ALS care, when appropriate.

 

Knowledge of:  

  • Principles, practices, and procedures of modern firefighting and protection of lives and property.
  • Policies and standards of the Fire Department and operation and maintenance of the types of apparatus and equipment used in firefighting.
  • Local geography of the area, including location of hydrants, mains, and major fire hazards of the District
  • Standard broadcasting procedures of a fire radio system

 

Ability to:  

  • Maintain proficiency in medical emergency practices and techniques.
  • Analyze fire and driving situations and to adopt an effective course of action.
  • Prepare clear, concise, and complete reports and notices. 
  • Think and act quickly in emergencies.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Perform a variety of manipulative tasks with good dexterity.
  • Safely and efficiently use Hurst rescue equipment, rescue ropes and hardware, ventilation, salvage, communication equipment, manual forcible entry tools and power saws. 
  • ADA special requirement:
    • Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb and lift 150 pounds; exposure to cold, heat, extreme noise, outdoors, confining work space, electrical hazards, vibration, chemicals, dust, toxic waste, mechanical hazards and explosive materials; availability for shift work, on-call and stand-by call.

 

 

 

Benefits

Salary and Benefits

Schedule – The Woodside Fire Protection District works on a 48/96 schedule

Positions – Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

 

Salary During Academy -

FF/EMT: $9,977.99 per month

FF/Paramedic:  $10,975.82 per month

Lateral FF/Paramedic – Negotiable based on experience

 

Salary Upon Completion of Academy –

FF/EMT: $10,854.21 per month

FF/Paramedic: $11,939.67 per month    

Lateral FF/Paramedic: Negotiable based on experience

Benefits:

  • CalPERS 2.7% at 57 for new members (PEPRA), 3.0% @ 50 for Classic CalPERS members
  • Medical, choice of HMO and PPO plans with $2,750.00 paid towards plan by employer
  • 100% Employer paid Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Uniform Allowance ($1,000.00 per year)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • CalPERS 457 and Roth Retirement Plans
  • Spanish Bilingual Incentive - $280/month
  • Education Incentives
    • Associates Degree - $300/month
    • Bachelor's Degree - $600/month
  • Education reimbursement - up to $4,000 per fiscal year
  • Vacation Leave - 144 hours per year (upon completion of 1 year)
  • Sick Leave- 144 hours per year
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave - 5 Shifts

SEE ATTACHED MOU FOR MORE INFORMATION

Special Instructions

All entry level candidates, please include your individual FCTC ID# on your application.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(650)851-1594

Contact phone extension: 

2302

Contact email: 

larevalo@woodsidefire.org

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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