Firefighter/Paramedic II - Lateral

City of Vacaville (CA) • Vacaville, CA

110d • $150,440 - $182,944

About The Position

The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic II - Lateral. Four (4) vacancies currently exist within the department. This recruitment will also be used to establish a list for future vacancies that may occur over the next 12-month period. Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics perform skilled work in emergency fire suppression, emergency medical care, fire prevention, investigation activities, ALS transportation and other activities that support the protection of life and property. Firefighter/Paramedics assume primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency; assist in the maintenance and care of all stations, apparatus and equipment; and perform other related duties normally associated with the position of a professional Firefighter/Paramedic. Firefighter/Paramedic II is the journey level and performs the full range of Firefighter and Paramedic duties.

Requirements

• Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal approved Firefighter I training (or equivalent).
• One year paid full-time professional experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic in an all-risk fire department.
• Possession of current, valid California Paramedic License.
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 (or reciprocity).
• Possession of a California driver's license, Class B or C, with a Firefighter Endorsement or better.
• Possession of a current, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card.
• Possession of Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professional certification (PEPP).
• Possession of Prehospital Trauma Life Support certification (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support/International Trauma Life Support certification (BTLS/ITLS).

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic.
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 2 (or reciprocity).
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Rescue Systems 1 Certification.
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Driver/Operator 1A Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency fire suppression and emergency medical care.
• Conduct fire prevention and investigation activities.
• Provide ALS transportation and support for the protection of life and property.
• Assume primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency.
• Assist in the maintenance and care of all stations, apparatus, and equipment.
• Perform other related duties associated with the position.

Benefits

• Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree and 5% for Bachelor's Degree.
• Holiday Pay - 3.38%.
• Senior Firefighter Program - 2.5-11% (depends on qualifications).
• Bilingual Premium - 2.5% per pay period.
• Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year.
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,000/year.
• Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans.
• Generous vacation accruals.
• Participation in CalPERS Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed