UCSB Student EMT-Extra Help

The Santa Barbara County Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of UCSB Student Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Extra Help.

This exciting position is a great opportunity to get hands on experience in the emergency medical field! We are looking for students available to start in late September and who can work through the academic year.  Students can expect to work up to 40 hours per week, including one 24-hour shift, and will be compensated $16.50 per hour for time worked.
 
Civil Service Rule 905. Extra Help Appointment.
This position is Extra Help and is governed by Civil Service Rule 905.  An Extra Help appointment is defined as an appointment made to a non-regular, non-permanent position established on a temporary basis to meet peak loads, unusual work situations, seasonal and recurrent work, intermittent assignments, or emergencies.  Such appointment, except emergency appointment, shall not exceed one thousand forty hours in the twelve-month period immediately following the first day of the first appointment of the incumbent, unless extended by prior approval of the Civil Service Commission.Students will work alongside the Santa Barbara County Fire personnel at Station 17 (located on the UCSB campus) while responding to emergencies, performing basic EMT functions and other duties as directed by Santa Barbara County Fire.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
At the time of hire (anticipated hire date: September 30, 2025) applicants must:

1. Be a current UCSB student with at least one academic year left before graduation, and
2. have the ability to work throughout the academic year, and
3. enrolled as a UCSB student the entire academic year, and
4. possess a valid CA-EMT Certification prior to beginning of 2025-26 academic year and maintain a current CA-EMT Certification during the entire academic year (NREMT, National Registry EMT certifications are not eligible in lieu of a CA-EMT certification), and
5. possess and maintain a valid CPR card during the entire academic year.

Attach a copy of your UCSB Student ID when available. Attach a copy of your valid CA-EMT License and valid CPR card to your application, when available. All required documentation must be submitted prior to the start of the 2025/2026 Academic year.

Each application will be screened for qualifications and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. 

This is an Extra-Help position and is "at-will". You will receive 40 hours of sick leave post your 90th day of employment. Unused sick leave balances are not compensable at separation.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
 
Statement of Commitment 

The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization. 

Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
 
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:59 pm PST:  Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.
 
If you have any recruitment questions, please email firedghr@sbcfire.com.
 
Kari Burks
Fire Human Resources Analyst

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