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The City of San Rafael invites applicants for:

 

FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC (LATERAL)

   Annual Salary:  $116,868 - $127,658* (FF/PM Salary Schedule set to increase effective 7/1/2023 - Additional incentive pays up to 7.5% above base salary)

 

Lateral Benefits Include:

• One-week intensive training academy
• A bank of 48 Hours of vacation leave given at time of hire
• A bank of 60 hours of sick leave given at time of hire

 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The San Rafael Fire Department is an all-risk fire agency that includes 69 operational firefighters trained in the areas of firefighting, Advanced Life Support (ALS) response, ambulance transport, technical rescue, hazardous material response, disaster response, fire prevention, and community preparedness.  We constantly strive to provide the highest level and most capable emergency service delivery possible to our community; a service that is professional, compassionate, predictable, consistent, and sustainable.

To schedule a phone or video call with active-duty personnel, e-mail us at Fire.Department@cityofsanrafael.org and provide your name and a contact phone number.

 

Please review the Firefighter-Paramedic job description available on our website.

 

The Firefighter-Paramedic protects life, property, and the environment by performing firefighting activities, emergency medical aid, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention duties. The position is also responsible for maintaining fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

The Department seeks individuals whose values align with our departmental commitment to respect, integrity, compassion, equality, and fairness. Our six San Rafael neighborhood fire stations deliver exceptionally courteous, compassionate, and professional public service.  Our firefighters are committed to helping their community and their fellow firefighters. Our workforce is diverse and continuously strives to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.  Our members work closely with multiple service agencies to ensure we are meeting the unique needs of the multicultural community of San Rafael.

Our department supports a behavioral health program consisting of IAFF trained Peer Support members, as well as members trained in critical incident stress management. The culture established by our personnel is cited as a key contributor to what makes the San Rafael Fire Department a great place to work.  With over half of our line personnel having been hired within the past decade, there is a major focus on physical fitness, training, health and wellness, and an overall excitement about learning the art and trades of firefighting and emergency medicine.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• CA State Firefighter 1 or completion of CA State Board of Fire Service Firefighter 1 curriculum prior to appointment*
• Valid California Paramedic License (or equivalent); or ability to obtain prior to appointment*
• 1-year experience as a full-time paid Firefighter/Paramedic

 

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HIRING PROCESS AND THE DEPARTMENT, candidates are encouraged to attend a virtual orientation being held on Friday, January 13th at 5:30 p.m.   Click HERE.  

 

Come join our extraordinary team!

 

The position of Firefighter, under direction, respond to fires, emergency medical incidents, rescue problems, hazardous materials spills and other emergencies to protect life and property; perform assigned service and maintenance of apparatus, equipment and stations; perform fire prevention, public education and public relations duties; perform community services and other duties that fall within the guidelines of the mission and goals of the department.

 

Recruitment Open Date: 1/01/2023
Close Date: Continuous until closed

*Preference Points awarded to qualified Veterans and their dependents

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum age of 18 years at the time of appointment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license; ability to attain any specialized license to drive departmental apparatus within 6 months of request by the Fire Chief; ability to maintain required driver’s license requirements as established by the Fire Chief and pass an “insurability” check by the District’s insurance carrier.
• Copy of current Driving Record issued by CA DMV- available online: www.dmv.ca.gov
• Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
• Ability to meet and maintain standards of physical conditions as prescribed in NFPA 1582-1992.
• Upon completion of probation period, possession of Hazardous Materials First Responder (Operations) and ICS 200 Certification, and State Driver/Operator 1A and 1B Certifications.
• Current CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) certification completed within 12 months prior to CalOpps application date. For CPAT information visit: www.fctconline.org/cpat/
• Passing score of the written exam from FCTC, completed within 12 months prior to CalOpps application date. For FCTC information visit: www.fctconline.org/written-testing/

 

OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS: You may apply with the agreement that if you are selected to be hired, you will obtain a California Driver's license before your first day of employment. On the application, upload a copy of your current State DL and DMV Driving Record.

 

Typical Duties:

• Responds to fire, medical, and other emergencies.
• Perform fire, rescue and hazardous materials evolutions and operate equipment necessary to deal with the emergency situation within the District standards and within the Firefighter 1 certification.
• Provide emergency medical treatment as an Emergency Medical Technician I and assist paramedics as requested.
• Perform fire prevention, pre-fire planning, public education, public relations efforts, and hydrant maintenance.
• Drives and operates all fire apparatus and, if qualified, the Districts’ aerial in a safe manner and with due regard for the welfare of the public and the District.
• Maintains familiarity of streets, topography, physical conditions, and other matters affecting response in the District.
• Maintains familiarity with the District policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintains proficiency in basic firefighting and rescue techniques and participates in District training programs.
• Perform routine apparatus, equipment and station maintenance and cleaning.

 

Central Fire District is an equal opportunity employer.

 

The position of Firefighter/Paramedic, under direction, respond to fires, emergency medical incidents, rescue problems, hazardous materials spills and other emergencies to protect life and property; perform assigned service and maintenance of apparatus, equipment and stations; perform fire prevention, public education and public relations duties; perform community services and other duties that fall within the guidelines of the mission and goals of the department.

Recruitment Open Date: 1/01/2023
Close Date: Continuous until closed

*Preference Points awarded to qualified Veterans and their dependents

Minimum Requirements (updated 12/2022):

• Minimum age of 18 years at the time of appointment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license; ability to attain any specialized license to drive departmental apparatus within 6 months of request by the Fire Chief; ability to maintain required driver’s license requirements as established by the Fire Chief and pass an “insurability” check by the District’s insurance carrier.
• Copy of current Driving Record issued by CA DMV- available online: www.dmv.ca.gov
• Ability to meet and maintain standards of physical conditions as prescribed in NFPA 1582-1992.
• Upon completion of probation period, possession of Hazardous Materials First Responder (Operations) and ICS 200 Certification, and State Driver/Operator 1A and 1B Certifications.
• At the time of appointment, possess and maintain a current and valid State of California Paramedic License, and/or a current and valid NREMT-P Certification.
• Possess and maintain a current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Possess and maintain a current and valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
• Current CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) certification completed completed within 12 months prior to CalOpps application date. For CPAT information visit: www.fctconline.org/cpat/
• Passing score of the written exam from FCTC, completed within 12 months prior to CalOpps application date. For FCTC information visit: www.fctconline.org/written-testing/
   

OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS: You may apply with the agreement that if you are selected to be hired, you will obtain a California Driver's license before your first day of employment. On the application, upload a copy of your current State DL and DMV Driving Record.
 

Typical Duties:

• Responds to fire, medical, and other emergencies.
• Perform fire, rescue and hazardous materials evolutions and operate equipment necessary to deal with the emergency situation within the District standards and within the Firefighter 1 certification.
• Provide emergency medical treatment as an Emergency Medical Technician I and assist paramedics as requested.
• Perform fire prevention, pre-fire planning, public education, public relations efforts, and hydrant maintenance.
• Drives and operates all fire apparatus and, if qualified, the Districts’ aerial in a safe manner and with due regard for the welfare of the public and the District.
• Maintains familiarity of streets, topography, physical conditions, and other matters affecting response in the District.
• Maintains familiarity with the District policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintains proficiency in basic firefighting and rescue techniques and participates in District training programs.
• Perform routine apparatus, equipment and station maintenance and cleaning.

For questions regarding the application process, email inquiries to  employmentopportunities@centralfiresc.org

 

Central Fire District is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Update 8/1/2022: The Cambria CSD Fire Department is currently accepting applications for one SAFER Firefighter Paramedic. The department is testing to fulfill a potential opening and create a qualifying employment list. This position is open until the needs of the District are met. For first consideration, apply immediately. For more information, please review the position description and announcement below or contact Haley Dodson.

SAFER Firefighter Paramedic Announcement

About the SAFER Firefighter Paramedic Position

Under supervision of an engine company officer, the SAFER Firefighter responds to fires, medical aids, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents, and other emergency and non-emergency incidents. The SAFER Firefighter maintains a state of mental and physical readiness to respond to emergency calls. The SAFER Firefighter participates in training activities, maintains fire equipment and facilities, performs public education and fire prevention duties, and assists in training reserve firefighters, as well as other duties. SAFER Firefighters will work with a full-time or reserve officer on 24-hour shifts as the fourth person on the engine.

The SAFER Grant was intended to provide funding for three firefighter/paramedics for a three-year period, which would allow for the addition of one firefighter/paramedic on each of the three shifts, to increase the daily staffing level to a four-person engine company daily. This staffing model includes a full-time captain, full-time engineer, SAFER Grant funded firefighter/paramedic, and a reserve firefighter. Unless additional funding is available, at the end of the three-year period, the SAFER Grant funded firefighter/paramedic positions will end on January 1, 2025 and the engine would return to a three-person staffed engine.

This is a grant funded, full-time, limited three-year term position and will expire on January 1, 2025. The SAFER Firefighter position will not exist outside of grant funds. There will be no COLAs for the position due to the limited grant funding available. 

To review the full position description, please click the link below.

SAFER Firefighter Paramedic Position Description 

Minimum Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• United States citizen or legal right to remain in the United States
• San Luis Obispo County paramedic certificate/accreditation 
• Current Health Care Provider CPR or equivalent
• Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational certified
• Valid California driver license with either non-commercial Firefighter Endorsement or Class B commercial license, with driving and operating experience. (Applicants who do not possess the required DMV license, or CPR certification may be admitted to the testing process but must possess the required license or certification prior to being appointed.)
• Must be State Marshal Firefighter 1 certified

Some minimum requirements may be waived upon substantial demonstration and documentation of substitute fulfillment.

SAFER Firefighter Paramedic Benefits

• Starting Salary of $55,124 to $60,773
• Paramedic Compensation of $600/month
• CalPERS Retirement 3% At 50 For Covered Employees; 3% at 55 for PEPRA; 2.7% at 57 for New Members
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Health/Dental Insurance
• Clothing & Boot Allowance
• Vacation/Sick Leave/Holiday Leave

How to Apply

This position is open until the needs of the District are met. For first consideration, apply immediately. Please submit the completed employment application, proof of minimum requirement documentation, resume and certifications to hdodson@cambriacsd.org.

WILDFIRE/DEFENSIBLE SPACE INSPECTORS

San Rafael Fire Department

  $29.83 per hour

Full-Time/Temporary – No benefits available with this position

(May not exceed 1,000 hours worked in a fiscal year)

 

            Successful candidates MUST be fully updated prior to appointment.   Proof of COVID vaccination and booster is a condition of initial and continued employment with the City of San Rafael

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications reviewed weekly until positions filled

 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is seeking to fill Seasonal Wildfire/Defensible Space Inspector positions (multiple positions available).  The shifts for these positions will vary and are based on the assignments.  Shifts will average 8-10 hours per day/4-5 days per week.  These are temporary/seasonal positions and will receive NO City-paid benefits. Maximum hours worked per fiscal year not to exceed 1,000 hours. 

Under supervision, Seasonal Wildfire/Defensible Space Inspectors perform a wide variety of fire prevention duties.  This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working for one of the finest fire departments in the state.  These are temporary positions for staffing during the peak wildland fire season (3-6 months). 

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):

• Perform defensible space inspections in accordance with San Rafael Municipal Code 4.12.
• Performs WUI and other Vegetation Hazard inspections.
• Investigates public and referred public agency complaints.
• Increase awareness, knowledge and actions implemented by individuals and communities to reduce human loss and property damage from wildfires, such as defensible space and other fuels reduction activities, fire prevention and fire safe building standards.
• Reviews, evaluates, processes, and maintains a variety of files related to fire prevention activities.
• Attends on occasion a variety of continuing education classes, seminars, and/or meetings; remain current on applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate will be able to work effectively in small teams or independently for extended period of time.  They will also be able to read and interpret complex technical documents such as maps, diagrams, and textbooks; as well as perform basic mathematical calculations.  We are looking for people who have sound judgment and can communicate effectively with others.  They will need to be able to follow both verbal and written instructions, engage effectively with the pubic, and work harmoniously with our team.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of fire prevention.
• Fire prevention codes, regulations; knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
• Understanding and the ability to utilize the City Municipal Code.
• Principles and techniques of fire inspection work is desirable.
• English, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, letter and report writing.
• City’s computer hardware and software programs.  Windows, Microsoft Office, Apple products such as iPhones and iPads.  Emergency Reporting Systems, ArcGIS Collector App.

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Independently conduct fire (defensible space) inspections.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques.
• Be self-motivated, work independently to complete assigned duties and responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Interpret and explain fire prevention services, policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of fire prevention codes, requirements and standards.
• Work effectively with the public and representatives of other City departments and agencies.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with stake holders to ensure that assigned fire prevention coordination efforts are successful.

We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• In accordance with State legal requirements, applicant must be at least 18 years old by the application filing deadline.
• Completion of twelfth (12th) grade and any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying.
• Must possess and maintain a Valid California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of one or more of the following is desirable:

                     A background in customer service or public service

                    Completion of CA State Fire Marshal 1A, 1B, 1D, 2B and 2C courses

                    ICC Certification Fire 77, CA, CF & CP

 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following: application appraisal, oral board interview examination.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass background check/ fingerprinting and clear DMV record.  

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 no later than three (3) calendar days before the test date.

 

• To file an application on-line go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to apply for this position:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20215178
• For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org

The City of San Rafael invites applicants for:

 

FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC

 

Successful candidates MUST be fully updated prior to appointment.  Proof of COVID vaccination and booster is a condition of initial and continued appointment.

 

(Must meet minimum qualifications by time of appointment)

 

Annual Salary:  $102,924 - $122,700

 

(Additional incentive pays up to 7.5% above base salary available after probationary year)

 

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications noted below will be invited to an Oral Board interview.

 

 

  Apply by March 7, 2022 for first consideration

 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The San Rafael Fire Department is an all-risk fire agency that includes 69 operational firefighters trained in the areas of firefighting, Advanced Life Support (ALS) response, ambulance transport, technical rescue, hazardous material response, disaster response, fire prevention, and community preparedness.  We constantly strive to provide the highest level and most capable emergency service delivery possible to our community; a service that is professional, compassionate, predictable, consistent, and sustainable.

***To learn more about the hiring process and the department, candidates are encouraged to attend a virtual orientation on February 28th, at 5:30 pm.  Click HERE

***Candidates are strongly encouraged to make a station visit during daily drop-in hours between 10 am - 12 pm and 1:30 pm - 4 pm.  Station addresses are available online

 

Come join our extraordinary team!    

Please review the Firefighter-Paramedic job description available on our website.