The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department is seeking Firefighter - Paramedics to perform a variety of duties in the protection of life, property, and environment. A Firefighter- Paramedic responds to all types of fires, emergency medical, hazardous materials releases, rescue, and other calls.

For more information about the position, please refer to the job description by visiting the following link: Firefighter-Paramedic.

LPFD utilizes the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL). All applicants must be on the FCTC SEL. Additional information on the FCTC SEL, testing dates, and locations can be located on the FCTC website: www.fctconline.org.

A Complete Application Includes

Passage of the Cal-JAC CPAT and the FCTC Written Test within one (1) year of application submittal.
National Registry EMT-P Certification or California Paramedic License.
Placement on the FCTC SEL.

Applicants who are not on the FCTC SEL and do not attach their CPAT card and EMT-P card to their application will not move forward in the process.

Please note: All lateral appointments will be subject to a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Lateral Firefighters also receive shortened time in grade requirements for promotion.

Typical Duties

Responds to and performs skilled tasks at the scenes of emergency calls including: fire, medical emergencies, rescues, hazards identification, hazardous materials identification and spills, public assistance and service.
Safely drives and operates vehicles, apparatus and equipment.
Teaches fire safety, CPR, CERT and other classes and participates in public education demonstrations and activities.
Performs emergency medical procedures as a paramedic.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D equivalent, or high school proficiency certificate.

Age: At least 18 years of age at date of final filing of application.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License, or a valid Class A or B Commercial California Driver’s License and a valid Medical Examiner's Card must be maintained.
Possession of a valid California DMV Firefighter Endorsement is required within six (6) months of employment.
National Registry EMT-P Certification or California Paramedic License with current and continuous certifications.
All certifications must remain current and not expire during first six months of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge Of

Fire department operations, such as rescue, firefighting, medical assistance, radio communications, Incident Command System (ICS), fire protection equipment and systems, fire behavior, hazardous materials and water systems.
Federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards.
Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.
Emergency medical procedures and techniques at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level as prescribed in Title 22-California Code of Regulations.
Standards as defined by the State of California Firefighter I curriculum.
Local geographical response factors.
Basic mathematics, chemistry, and physics of fire behavior and hazardous materials.
Safety practices and procedures.
Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence.

Ability To

React quickly and calmly to fight fires and perform emergency medical techniques and procedures.
Perform rescues.
Operate, maintain, inspect and repair vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and communication systems.
Clean and maintain fire station and grounds.
Conduct fire inspections (Annual Fire Company Inspection Program).
Teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations and activities.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Write comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records.
Relate effectively to those contacted in the course of work.
Learn local conditions, locations and regulations.
Operate computers and use required software.

Recruitment Process

Application: To be considered for this position, please submit your application through our online application process at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov. Click on “Job Opportunities”.

SELECTION PLAN

TENTATIVE SELECTION PLANDeadline To Filing

Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the need of the Agency:

Continuous

Review Of Minimum Qualifications

Continuous

Interview

TBD

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN

Paramedic Pay - 10% of Base Salary
7.5% pay in lieu of all holidays
PERS Retirement
Choice of One of Four Comprehensive Health Plans (Available only in specific geographic areas of Northern California)
Dental Plan
Life Insurance Coverage of $50,000
Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
Vacation accrual of 12 hours per month to a max of 24 hours per month after 16 years
Sick Leave accrued at 11.2 hours per month
Uniform maintenance allowance of $650/yr
Bilingual Pay - $45 per pay period

Educational Incentive Pay:
- $50/month 60 or more accredited college semester units-at least twenty-four (24) units must be in Fire Science
- $100/month AA/AS Degree in Fire Science
- $150/month BA/BS Degree
- $175/month Masters/PhD

01

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?

02

What is your highest level of education?

Less than High School Graduate
High School/GED equivalent
Some College
Technical College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher

03

Do you possess a National Registry EMT-P Certification or California Paramedic License?

04

Which of the following certificates do you have? (Check all that apply)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals
Basic Trauma Life Support
Prehospital Trauma Life Support
International Trauma Life Support

05

Do you possess a valid CPAT card issued no later than one (1) year from application submittal?

06

Are you currently on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL)?

07

I understand that incomplete applications will not be considered for this recruitment. A complete application must include: 1) Completed application 2) Completed supplemental questionnaire 3) Current Paramedic card (plus any certifications) attached 4) CPAT card attached 5) Placement on the FCTC SEL

08

Are you related to anyone that works for the City of Pleasanton?

09

If you answered "Yes" that you are related to someone who works for the City of Pleasanton - please provide the following information: The name of the individual (first and last). The department your relations work for. If you answered, "No", enter N/A into the dialogue box.

Required Question

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