Firefighter EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Salary : $74,864.28 - $100,326.00 Annually

Location : City of Palm Springs, CA

Job Type : Full Time - Regular

Job Number : 022025

Department : Fire

Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 17 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Pacific

Position Summary

This position is a member of the City of Palm Springs Fire Department and performs firefighting and emergency medical response activities to protect life and property; responds to a variety of fire and emergency and non-emergency calls for service; performs station and equipment maintenance; and performs a variety of other technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Examples of Essential and General Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Firefighter (EMT)

• Respond to fire and emergency alarms; perform all phases of fire suppression work; perform rescue, ventilation, overhaul, salvage, and clean-up activities at fire scene.
• Respond to and assist in the mitigation of hazardous material and emergency airport incidents; perform swift water and trench rescues as necessary; respond to non-emergency calls for service, as necessary.
• As assigned, write, prepare, and file reports concerning incidents, autos, light trucks, rescue and apparatus maintenance, inventory, occupancy survey, notice of violation, supply requisitions, work orders, and other fire related information.
• Assist in the performance of routine daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of the fire apparatus and equipment; maintain fire station and grounds; perform routine and minor repairs as necessary; inform station fire engineer or captain of major repair work needed; perform inspections and routine maintenance on rescue and squad apparatus.
• Assist in the performance of periodic Uniform Fire Code inspections of industrial and commercial businesses and places of assembly; assist in the enforcement of the fire prevention codes by following through and documenting violations in need of corrective action.
• Conduct and participate in training exercises; develop skills in fire suppression, medical aid, apparatus operation, physical fitness, and other related areas.
• Assist with public education; provide CPR instruction, grade school presentations and fire drills.
• Maintain records and logs of work completed and in-progress; prepare statistical and analytical reports as required.
• Conduct and participate in pre-fire planning activities; stay abreast of new innovations relative to fire prevention.
• Participates in testing of a variety of department equipment including protective clothing and breathing apparatus.
• Assist with fire prevention, fire inspection, and code enforcement activities.
• To perform and assist with special assignment operations and urban search and rescue operations.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum and Preferred Requirements

Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered, however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. "Full-time work" means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not included as part of the minimum requirements.

Experience :

Training :

Required License or Certificates :

One of the following is Required

Other Requirements :

Working Conditions

The following work environment and physical conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

This position works in an emergency firefighting environment with exposure to heat, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, radiant energy, toxic materials, and inclement weather conditions; works at heights on scaffolding and ladders and with water; work in confined spaces and may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods; climbing with both legs and arms; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Application and Exam Information

A completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time. As a candidate for the position, you will want to be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position to achieve maximum opportunity. Applications will be reviewed carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered as this information will be used to determine minimum qualifications. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications, please do not use phrases such as "see attached" or "see resume" as they will not be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process.

Please remember to submit all your application materials by the closing date and time. Incomplete or applications received after the closing date and time cannot be considered. All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification.

For more information on completing your application materials

Selection Process Information - The anticipated selection process for this position will include the following :

Candidates must successfully pass each stage of the selection process above in order to continue to the next step. The anticipated exam schedule is as follows :

This process may be modified or changed depending on the number of qualified candidates.

If you are ready to join the exciting Team Palm Springs and you meet the requirements detailed above, please click the apply button. For more information contact Human Resources at :

The City of Palm Springs

3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

Palm Springs, CA 92262

www.palmspringsca.gov

760-323-8215

Applications must be received by 4 : 00 pm, February 17, 2025 The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.

The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.

Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of Palm Springs provides a comprehensive benefit program for employees including :

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to further evaluate your experience and education to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from the information included in the Work Experience and Education sections of your application?

The Palm Springs Fire Department is a non-smoking, tobacco free work environment. As a condition of employment with the Palm Springs Fire Department, you must be non-smoking and tobacco free upon hire and during the term of your employment. Do you agree to this condition of employment if selected?

As a condition of employment with the Palm Springs Fire Department, you must live within 150 driving miles of the City limits no later than the first day of the fourteenth (14th) month of employment. (the calculation of the 150 miles shall be made by using Google Maps driving directions). Do you agree to this residency requirement?

Do you have the required High School Diploma or GED equivalent education?

Have you attached the required High School Diploma or GED equivalent education Certificate?

Do you have the required valid Firefighter I Certificate or the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) approved Firefighter I Academy Certificate?

Have you attached the required valid Firefighter I Certificate or the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) approved Firefighter I Academy Certificate?

Do you have the required two (2) years of full-time paid experience as a Firefighter with a municipal department may be substituted for the Firefighter I Certificate or Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) approved Firefighter I Academy Certificate? Please check all that apply.

Do you possess or have successfully completed the following requirements? Check all that apply.

Based on the answer to question #9 have you attached the supporting documentation?

Are you an active candidate on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) on February 3, 2025?

Do you have the required successful completion of valid Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) written exam passing score of 70% or higher?.

Do you have possession of and the ability to maintain, the required valid California Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) Certification?

Have you attached the valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification?

Do you have possession of and ability to maintain, the required valid American Heart Association or Red Cross Health Care Provider Level Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate?

Have you attached the required valid American Heart Association or Red Cross Health Care Provider Level Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate?

Do you have possession of a valid, or the ability to obtain a CAL-JAC Physical Ability Test (CPAT) prior to Chief interview ?

Do you have possession of and ability to maintain, the required appropriate, valid California driver license, with a satisfactory driving record?

Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain a required Airport Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within the first three (3) months of appointment?

As a condition of employment with the Palm Springs Fire Department, you must successfully complete the firefighter trimester probationary tests on a periodical basis . Do you agree to this condition of employment if selected?

I understand that candidates considered for employment must be fingerprinted and pass a background screening, psychological screening, medical examination, and drug screening.

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Salary : $74,864 - $100,326