Requirements
THE CITY
Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $235 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, and Transportation.
THE POSITION
FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC - LATERAL
THE CULVER CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT IS NOW OFFERING A
$5,000 BONUS INCENTIVE TO BE AWARDED UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A ONE-YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD PLUS SIX (6) MONTHS
General Duties:
This position responds to fires participating in control tactics, rescues persons endangered by fires or other hazards, provides emergency medical services as an EMT-1 or as a Paramedic, may perform fire prevention tasks, or other related duties.
Minimum Requirements:
Any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Graduation from high school or equivalent and experience in a work environment involving equipment usage, public contact, and physical activity. Candidates are required to meet the standards set forth in the Fire Department`s Tattoo Policy (Rules and Regulations 205.28). For more information on the Culver City Fire department policies, rules and regulations, please visit the following: Fire Department Tattoo Policy (Download PDF reader)
Must have been employed as a Firefighter/Paramedic with another agency providing structural fire protection and emergency paramedic services for a minimum of twenty-four (24) months after successfully completing the probationary period, prior to the application closing date
Appointment: Candidates offered employment will be appointed to a probationary Firefighter/Paramedic position. They will spend up to four weeks at the Drill Tower learning Culver City Fire Department operations. Probation is twelve (12) months during which time the candidate will be evaluated on Engine, Truck,and Paramedic procedures.
Medical/Psychological Screen: Candidates must meet psychological medical standards. Please contact the Culver City Human Resources Department for additonal details of vision and hearing requirements.
License and Certificates:
A copy of each of the following items must be attached to the application at the time of submission. Applications without the required attachments will not be considered.
Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver license is required at time of appointment (hire)
Firefighter 1 Certificate
Copy of State of California Paramedic License
Must have been employed as a Firefighter/Paramedic with an agency providing structural fire protection and emergency paramedic services for a minimum of 24 months prior to the application closing date
LA County paramedic accreditation must be obtained by date of hire
Candidates with National Registry or other valid paramedic certifications may apply
***The City of Culver City offers a competitive salary and benefits package***
1. A one time $5,000 Hiring Bonus will be given upon completion of a one-year probationary period plus six (6) months
2. Fifteen (15)% paramedic bonus above a respective Firefighter 56-hour base salary during such assignment will be given for possession of a valid State of California paramedic license and LA County Department of health services paramedic license
*Based on your experience as a Firefighter/ Paramedic Lateral with your agency, you may be hired at a higher step than the bottom of the salary range.*
3. A five and a half percent (5.5%) compensation increase will be given for possession of Firefighter I Certificate
4. Bilingual incentive of five percent (5%), if eligible
5. Education Incentive of 2% for Associate`s Degree (AA), 4% for Baachelor`s Degree (BA), and 6% for Master`s Degree (MA)
6.Longevity Pay of $6,000/year for 10 years of service, $9,000/year for 15 years of service, $12,000/year for 20 years of service, and $14,000/year for 25 years of service
7. CalPERS retirement benefits
8. Please click on the "Benefits" tab to view addtional information regarding compensation, benefits, and assignments
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
Examination Components:
Appraisal Interview (weighted at 100%): To evaluate the candidate`s preparation, situational and scenario judgements, presentation, knowledge, communication skills, paramedic skills, and personal qualities.
Tentatively Scheduled for the week of September 26, 2022
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.
Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.
Conditions of Employment:
Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination (all positions).
E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.
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