Firefighter Trainee (Licensed Paramedic)

Salary: $6,423.75 Monthly

Location : CA 95020, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: FY 24/25 -00030

Department: Fire

Opening Date: 12/22/2024

Closing Date: 1/8/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Under General Direction Of The Fire Officer And/or Fire Academy Supervisor, And In a Non-sworn/non-suppression Capacity, Attend And Participate In a Firefighter I Academy/training Program (meets Or Exceeds The Standards For Certification By The State Board Of Fire Services And The Office Of The State Fire Marshal). The Trainee Is Responsible To Learn, Train, And Successfully Perform All Related Learning And Testing Activities Relative To The Technical Knowledge, Skills And Physical Capabilities Required To Perform In The Capacity Of a State Of California Certified Firefighter I. The Trainee Must Successfully Complete The Firefighter I Academy/training Program During The Time Period Established For Completion. Trainees Will Also Be Assigned To Complete In-house Training To Include Time With An Engine Company To Gain Firefighting And Paramedic Work Experience.Firefighter Trainees Do Not Possess Recognized Firefighter Authority, But May Perform Firefighting Duties As Part Of Their Assigned Training Program. However, Trainees Are Licensed Paramedics With The Ability To Perform Paramedic Related Duties As Assigned. Individuals In This Job Classification Are Considered Temporary, Non-sworn, Unrepresented, At-will Employees. Appointment To a Regular Firefighter Position Is Contingent Upon Successful Completion Of:

• A Firefighter I academy/training program (meets or exceeds the standards for certification by the State Board of Fire Services and the Office of the State Fire Marshal)
• Attainment of a State of CA Fire Marshal's Office Firefighter I certification
• Final review and selection by the Fire Chief and City Administrator
  
  

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Attend, fully participate in, successfully complete, and graduate from a State of California Fire Marshal's Office approved firefighter academy.
• Successfully perform all related learning, both academic and physical, and testing activities.
• Care for and maintain department and academy equipment.
• Attend all academy courses and training in accordance with the academy schedule which may include varied days and/or hours.
• Complete in-house training as assigned.
• As a licensed paramedic, perform paramedicine duties in response to calls for emergency medical services.
• Subject to recall on a scheduled and/or emergency basis.
• Perform related work as required.
• While a Trainee and when assigned to complete in-house training, to include time with an engine company, the Trainee will assist with and perform the following duties as part of their training program:
• Respond to fires, Emergency Medical Services (EMS),hazardous material incidents, rescues,and other requests for emergency service.
• Use equipment and assist with mitigating emergency and non-emergency incidents.
• Maintain fire apparatus, equipment and facilities.
• Become familiar with city streets and response routes.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and public education presentations.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Must currently be on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List at time of application by meeting the entry-level Firefighter candidate requirements and passing the written and physical ability testing elements. (For more information on how to be placed on the FCTC SEL, visit https://www.fctconline.org/find-a-job/fctc-statewide-list/)
• Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card must be dated within one year of application date.
• A passing score on the FCTC Written Text must be dated within one year of application date.
• Education equivalent to graduation from high school. Additional college level course work in the field of paramedicine and fire science/technology strongly preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess at time of application, and maintain, a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P) license.
• One year of full-time (or equivalent; equivalency determined by the City of Gilroy) work experience within the last year as a licensed paramedic in the State of California.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
• Must be able to successfully complete a Firefighter I Academy (meets or exceeds the standards for certification by the State Board of Fire Services and the Office of the State Fire Marshal and in-house training programs).
• Pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
• Be able to meet the current medical standards for a Firefighter and be free from any physical condition which might adversely affect the ability to perform the duties of a City of Gilroy Firefighter.
• Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and a medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Shall comply with no tobacco use standard (includes all types of nicotine/tobacco).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Interviews/Paramedic Skills Assessment: Friday, January 24, 2025

Target Hire Date: March 21, 2025

Joint Fire Academy Start Date: March 31, 2025

If You Are On The Current Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) List And Interested In Pursuing This Exciting Career Opportunity, Please Attach And Submit The Following required items With Your Electronic NEOGOV Application, Including Complete Responses To All Supplemental Questions:

• A copy of your current State of California EMT-P license.
• A copy of your passing FCTC written exam results dated within one year of your application.
• A copy of your passing Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) results dated within one year of your application.
• Cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy Fire Department is preferred.
• Detailed resume focusing on relevant work experience, education, and training is preferred.
  
  

Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgilroyCity Application Form

• Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online. Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted. After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings. Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process. In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass a comprehensive background check, including a polygraph evaluation, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, psychological and drug screen (includes testing for psychoactive marijuana metabolites), given at the City's expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact HR right away 408-846-0228. Candidates experiencing financial hardship may qualify for financial aid to pay for their FCTC testing fees. (https://www.fctconline.org/grants/)
  
  

THE CITY OF GILROY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION.

Firefighter Trainee - Licensed Paramedic

General Information

Firefighter Trainees (Licensed Paramedics) are temporary, at-will employees and are paid a flat monthly salary of $6,423.75 while in the Trainee position. Limited benefits are applicable as described below. If later hired as a Firefighter (Licensed Paramedic) with the City of Gilroy Fire Department, salary and full benefits consistent with the Gilroy Firefighters Association (IAFF, Local 2805) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will apply.

If hired as a regular Firefighter (Licensed Paramedic) the base salary ranges currently are:

• Base Annual Salary for Firefighter: $85,650 - $120,519
• Base Annual Salary Firefighter (60 college units): $89,933 - $126,548
  
  

In Addition, If Hired As a Regular Firefighter (Licensed Paramedic) The Following Additional Pays (% Of Base Salary) And Benefits Are Available:

• 6.6% holiday pay (in lieu of holidays off)
• 11% licensed paramedic pay
• 5% bilingual pay (Spanish/English)
• Uniform allowance of $91.67 per month
• City contribution to retiree health savings plan
• $750 fitness incentive payment two times per year based on structured fitness evaluation
• CalPERS retirement
• Dental, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Employee Assistance benefit programs
• Vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits
  
  

Health Allowance

Medical-only coverage is offered for this position as it is not a seasonal position and it is expected to last more than 90 days. Depending upon the number of dependents, the health allowance ranges from $876.38 to $2,304.75 per month for a core medical plan. If the Trainee has other heath care coverage and can show written proof of medical insurance, an opt-out cash benefit is avaialble ($719.38 per month). No other health benefits are offered for the Trainee position.

Retirement Benefits

Temporary employees are enrolled in the PARS retirement system with the City making an employer contribution and the employee contribution (6.2%) being deducted from your payroll check. The PARS retirement system is in lieu of participating in social security. If a current member of CalPERS, Trainee will be enrolled in CalPERS in lieu of PARS.

Medicare/Social Security

Employees participate in Medicare (1.45% for both the employer and employee) as this is a mandated federal program. City of Gilroy does not participate in Social Security.

Payroll

All City employees are paid monthly, on the first business day of each month via direct deposit.

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The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application. This includes the required documents (i.e. paramedic license, written exam score, CPAT results, cover letter, and/or resume) and responses to the supplemental questions below.Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate, "see resume" are considered incomplete. The information you provide will be used to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position.Note: Failure to provide all of the required documents will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. Please refer to the "Application Process" section of the job announcement for required documents.By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read these instructions under "Application Process" for submitting a complete application and have attached all the required documents. I understand that written responses to the supplemental questions along with attachments as noted in the job announcement are required in order to evaluate my qualifications for this position and for my application to be considered complete.

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Describe your direct paramedic work experience to include length of time as a licensed paramedic and volume/type of calls. Please provide sufficient detail so we fully understand your hands on paramedic experience.

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Describe your firefighting experience (including volunteer work), training, and/or education. Please provide sufficient detail so we fully understand your firefighting experience, training and education.

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Specifically, why do you want to work for the Gilroy Fire Department versus another Fire Department? Please be specific with your response.

Required Question