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Administrative Assistant II

$5,327 - $6,475 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Friday, April 26, 2024, for first consideration

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 62,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $166 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Sanitation District is recruiting for a full-time Administrative Assistant II position.  Under general supervision, this position provides responsible, varied, secretarial and office administrative assistance to the department.    

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

• Set up and maintain financial, statistical, and operational records, including reviewing departmental payroll submittals and various time sheets.
• Administer and maintain complex procedures, including issuing permits, submitting required information/forms for the inter-governmental reimbursements and/or grant monies; and as related to assigned program areas.
• Prepare, distribute, and post agendas and minutes for a variety of meetings; provide additional administrative support which may include the transcription of recorded or written information.
• Create, edit, and update departmental information on the internet and intranet.
• Carry out routine required procedures related to departmental hiring.
• Prepare required statistical reports for various departmental programs.
• Provide information relating to responsibilities assigned in person or by telephone.
• Refer more complex requests, technical inquiries, or serious complaints to appropriate staff members.
• Maintain inventory and office supplies; prepare purchase orders.
• Research and compile information as requested.
• Provide technical and functional supervision as appropriate to clerical personnel; recommend organizational procedural changes affecting clerical activities.
• Screen calls, visitors, and mail and take action appropriate to request/situation.
• Independently respond to letters and general correspondence of a routine nature.
• Make travel arrangements, maintain appointment schedules and calendars, arrange meetings and conferences, and schedule facilities reservations as necessary.
• Operate a variety of office equipment and use a variety of software programs including word processing, spreadsheet, and visual presentation equipment as appropriate.
• Type, edit and format a variety of materials including staff reports, agendas, general correspondence and memoranda; review finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage.
• Follow-up on projects, transmits information and keeps informed of departmental activities.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of files and records.
• Oversee and coordinate preparation, compilation, reproduction and distribution of various documents and reports.
• Assist in gathering data, preparing and monitoring the annual budget.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to office administration specific to the department in which assigned. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. 
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, computer equipment and various software applications.
• Knowledge of business letter writing and arithmetic. 
• Knowledge of organization, procedures, and operating details of the city division to which assigned.
• Knowledge of filing and record keeping practices.
• Ability to learn to perform a wide variety of responsible secretarial and clerical work.
• Ability to on a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Ability to intermittently review documents related to department operations; observe, identify, and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff.
• Ability to meet the public tactfully and courteously and answer questions in person and over the telephone.
• Ability to learn and apply policies, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidential data and information.
• Ability to compose general correspondence and letters.
• Ability to operate and use modern office equipment including computer equipment and software as assigned.
• Ability to learn to analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contact in the course of work.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of difficult and responsible secretarial and clerical work with limited supervision.
• Ability to compile and maintain complex records and files.
• Ability to independently apply policies, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to understand the organization and operation of the city and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to prepare statistical, financial, and operational reports.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade AND
• Two years of responsible secretarial or office administrative experience similar to an Administrative Assistant I with the City of San Rafael. 
• Valid California driver’s license preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required on a continuous basis, to sit at desk and/or stand for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  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 examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20493186.

For more information on the City of San Rafael go to:  www.cityofsanrafael.org

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 seven (7) calendar days before the test date.

The City of Auburn is hiring a Finance Technician in the City's Finance Department. This is a newly added position to the department and we are looking for an experienced and dynamic finance professional to join our team!

This position will primarily focus on payroll. Upon hire, the incumbent will jump right into learning the City's payroll processes and work regularly with human resources each payroll. In addition to payroll, the incumbent will perform work in various finance and accounting duties of the department.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Technician works under general supervision of the Finance Director to perform a variety of clerical and technical accounting work; including assisting in the preparation, maintenance and processing of accounting records and financial transactions related to payroll, licensing, accounts payable and accounts receivable; assisting in budget preparation and monitoring; verify balances and adjust accounts; prepares various fiscal reports and provide information and assistance to City staff and the general public.

Duties include programmatic general accounting (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll), support of budget planning and development, and preparing journal entries; assisting with the annual audit, and other administrative activities in the Finance Department. Providing information and assistance to City staff and the general public, and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level professional class in the Finance series. Positions in the class initially work under close supervision while learning job tasks and perform the more routine duties while learning City policies and procedures, and specific techniques and regulations related to finance. As experience is gained, duties gradually become more diversified and are performed under more general supervision. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Finance Analyst level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the journey level class within the series.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Perform a variety of clerical and technical accounting work involved in assisting in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting records and financial transactions including those related to payroll, licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or assisting in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Participate in maintaining accounting, financial, and statistical records; post information to ledgers, journals, logs, and reports; total and balance figures; proof data and make corrections as required; participate in the preparation, reconciliation, balancing, and submittal of a variety of periodic and special reports.
• Utilize various computer programs; enter and maintain data; generate reports from a database or in-house system; create spreadsheets and generate reports using spreadsheet software; create documents using word processing software.
• Participate in the design, testing and implementation of new technology systems and processes.
• Identify and resolve problems, differences, and inconsistencies between accounting records and computerized reports; determine corrective entries involved in maintaining accounting controls and reconciling differences.
• Provide public assistance at the counter and over the phone; answer questions and provide information; research problems and prepare necessary adjustment; collect payments as necessary. 
• Participate in the City’s treasury function; assist public at service counter and record revenue receipts through operation of cash register; prepare and complete daily revenue deposits including to balance cash drawer, code data input documents, and sign checks with check signer.
• Process accounts receivable; prepare statements for City services, rental, and lease obligations; receive, process, and balance payments received; input data; audit accounts receivable; prepare and process bad debt collections.
• Receive, review, and process applications for licenses and other permits; answer questions and provide information and documents related to licensing requirements and procedures; collect fees; input licensing information into computer system; assist in the maintenance of computerized and manual record keeping systems.
• Review, prepare and process annual fees and/or levy schedules for preparation and inclusion on annual tax rolls in coordination with the County Assessor’s Office.
• Process accounts payable; review invoices and claim documents received from various departments; input information into computer system; review and analyze check registers and transaction reports; distribute checks including to match remittance documents to payments; file documents and reports.
• Develop, monitor, input, and process records in the City’s payroll system; calculate and record payroll; review, verify, and audit payroll data; analyze payroll reports; enter PERS contributions; extract data and provide information as requested.
• Maintain compliance with Local, State and Federal laws and regulations, PERS rules and regulations, and Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs).
• Assist in budget preparation; gather information from accounting ledgers; assemble and copy documents; type statistical schedules and reports; assign and/or create budget accounts.
• May assist the budget process during the execution and implementation phase; identifying variances requiring corrective action; making appropriate corrective action as directed.
• May assist in the review and approval of purchase requisitions and budget transfers.
• May assist in the development of the 5 year Capital Improvement Program publication; including but not limited to, document project management, department communications, template structure design and development, schedule development and financial reporting.
• Ensure 1099s are properly prepared.
• Assist in financial record keeping and reporting; prepare a variety of schedules, statements, and reports from a variety of data and records; process quarterly and annual reports and expense allocations; copy and distribute financial reports.
• Assist in administrative matters; provide support to the Finance Director as needed; assist other department staff members as necessary.
• Provide technical information and assistance to other City staff regarding procedures and methods; confer with City departments and individuals regarding changes and corrections; interpret and explain rules and regulations; provide statistical data upon request.
• Perform related duties as required.
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Basic principles, procedures, and methods used in the performance of clerical and technical accounting duties; basic principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting. Basic principles and practices of report preparation; mathematical principles; modern office procedures, methods, and related computer equipment and software applications. Principles and practices of customer service; proper phone techniques and etiquette; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; policies, procedures, and functions of the City’s Finance Department.

Ability to:

Perform a variety of financial and statistical record keeping duties in support of assigned functions and services; receive and process information and documents according to established guidelines and procedures; collect, compile, and research information and data; review and interpret accounting transactions and records; create and maintain spreadsheets, financial records, and files. Prepare routine financial and statistical reports; reconcile various financial statements and balance as necessary; provide customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public, other City employees, and other agencies; perform mathematical calculations; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications; type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; enter and retrieve data from computer systems; use 10-key adding machine by touch; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard and calculator; and to verbally communicate to exchange information; vision to read printed material and computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone with or without correction.

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ENTRY & LATERAL FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC

THE POSITION

Under general direction, responds to fires, emergency medical, and other calls and takes appropriate action in the protection of life and property; maintains equipment and stations; may lead, mentor, and review the work of other department members; performs various support assignments in addition to normal emergency response activities, and performs related other duties as assigned.

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The Department: The Suisun City Police Department is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the employees of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community. Candidates interested in testing for this position must be prepared to take on the challenges of a fast-paced work environment serving both the Police and Fire Departments.

The Position: Under supervision (Public Safety Dispatcher I) or general supervision (Public Safety Dispatcher II)  the incumbent performs a variety of duties involved in receiving, evaluating, prioritizing, and relaying calls for emergency and non-emergency public safety assistance; dispatches appropriate units and coordinates response of emergency personnel; maintains, processes, and distributes police records; operates a variety of telecommunications equipment, including radio, telephone, and CAD systems; and performs a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities.

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: 03/01/2024
Close Date: 04/26/2024

*Preference Points awarded to qualified Veterans and their dependents.

Minimum Requirements (updated 2024):

• 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.
• By July 8, 2024, applicant must 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.
• Must have a valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) certification, completed before the CalOpps application closing date of 4/26/2024. For CPAT information visit: www.fctconline.org/cpat/
• Must have a valid, passing score of the written exam from FCTC, completed before the CalOpps application closing date of 4/26/2024. 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.

ARE YOU A BATTALION OR ASSISTANT CHIEF LOOKING FOR THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER?     WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!

APPLY NOW TO BECOME SEBASTOPOL’S NEXT

FIRE CHIEF

Salary: $11,449 - $13,915 Monthly

$137,393 - $166,984 Annually

Plus An Attractive Benefits Package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sebastopol is seeking an energetic, collaborative, effective leader as the next Fire Chief. The Fire Chief performs complex technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, directing, and implementing fire prevention, suppression, investigation, disaster preparedness, and emergency medical services to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by fire and emergency medical conditions. The Fire Chief reflects a demonstrative cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities. May act as City Manager or Assistant City Manager during the absence of either manager and perform related duties, as assigned.

For more information about this exciting opportunity please view the brochure below:

THE DEPARTMENT

The American Canyon Police Department provides first response services to all forms of emergencies and crises.  The Department provides public safety by enforcing the Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, Vehicle Code, and local ordinances.  American Canyon Police Department is comprised of 24 sworn peace officers, two non-sworn Police Technicians, and an Administrative Clerk.

THE POSITION

The Police Technician performs a variety of non-sworn, administrative and field support tasks associated with law enforcement support services, which may include property and evidence collection, crime prevention, parking enforcement, vehicle abatement, and community relations; to maintain confidential and highly sensitive records related to police activities; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

This is a high-profile position with frequent interactions with community members in often difficult circumstances. The quality of the work performed in this role is reflective of the standards of the Department and the City. This is a uniformed, civilian position that does not require peace officer status. However, a detailed background investigation, medical exam and drug screening is required due to the sensitive nature of the work involved.

This position is not designated for retired annuitants.

THE POSITION

Typical duties performed by a Police Technician may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Patrol areas of the City to identify and resolve parking violations and traffic hazards and enforce applicable laws; respond to citizen complaints regarding parking and abandoned vehicle laws; tag and arrange transportation of abandoned vehicles.
• Provide assistance, information and directions to motorists; assist in the coordination of Police Service support for special events in the community; provide traffic control at local schools.
• Respond to non-emergency calls and service requests; take information from citizens and prepare crime reports for non-active calls; interview victims, suspects and witnesses, as directed, and provide referral information.
• Assist with Neighborhood Watch meetings and other crime prevention activities; provide information to interested citizens on neighborhood alert procedures; assist in coordinating crime prevention public displays.
• Collect, receive, and safeguard property/evidence; maintain evidence chain-of-custody records; transport evidence to Sheriff’s Department, Department of Justice, and outside crime lab.
• Coordinate public education, safety and prevention programs, and community outreach activities related to assigned responsibilities.
• Serve as liaison between court staff and Police Officers; assist Police Officers with follow-up evidence requests from the District Attorney’s Office. 
• Log and distribute subpoenas to officers and citizens.
• Receive calls; respond to citizen’s questions and complaints within established guidelines; distribute calls for officer assistance to communications centers; take and relay messages to department personnel as required.
• Handle the abandoned vehicle program to include locating and citing abandoned vehicles and overseeing the towing away of the vehicle.
• Coordinate various crime prevention, volunteer, and community policing programs.
• Research and compile statistical data.
• Assist Police Officers with vehicle and person searches.
• Drive a City vehicle to respond to citizen/officer requests; assist and support patrol division in the performance of their duties in the field.
• Assist with coordination of fleet maintenance and daily fueling of vehicles. 
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform general administrative support functions; type letters, forms, memoranda, and reports; transcribe police reports and notes; operate a computer system to enter/retrieve/transfer data; copy materials; maintain filing systems, screen, sort, and distribute mail; order and maintain office supplies and equipment.
• Assist Police department personnel as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

SPECIAL PAY INCENTIVES:

• Paramedic Pay: 5% Incentive Pay. Plus, the EMT/Paramedic Pay Pilot Program that runs through 6/30/2025 provides Paramedics with an additional 5% incentive pay. 
• Longevity Pay: 3% after 5 continuous years of service; 3% after 10 continuous years of service (total of 6%)
• Holiday Pay: 2% per pay period in lieu of observing time off for legal holidays.

The Department

The Suisun City Fire Department was established in 1861. The men and women of SCFD take great pride in the customer service that they provide to all who live, work and travel through Suisun City. SCFD is a mission-driven fire agency that remains focused on customers and safety. It is our goal that all members strive to attain a synergistic balance of education, training, and experience to provide excellent emergency management on every call. SCFD is a combination agency staffed with both full-time and volunteer fire personnel. We currently operate two Type 1 Fire Engines, one Type 3 Fire Engine, Ladder Truck, three Command Vehicles, one Type 5 Fire Engine, Zodiac Rescue Boats, and one USAR Trailer.  The Suisun City Fire Department is an ALS (Paramedic) level department, supported by Medic Ambulance for transport services. Station 47 is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Position

The ideal candidate will have well-developed technical skills in the operation and maintenance of fire equipment and apparatus, and be self-motivated, team-oriented, embrace diversity and exercise sound judgment. Work requires a good understanding of first aid techniques and lifesaving methods. The nature of the work requires that the incumbent establish and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships within their own department, other Suisun City personnel, and the general public on an ongoing basis.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Operates, drives, and maintains pumps and all apparatus to effectively suppress fires.
• Assists with the overhaul, salvage, and cleanup operations at any incident.
• Delivers basic life support (BLS)/advanced life support (ALS) as a Paramedic.
• Answers general questions of the public and provides information.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

The City of Dixon Fire Department  offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for qualified applicants holding a career in fire safety and is recruiting to fill vacancies of full-time appointments for the position of Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic. 

To be considered eligible for Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic you must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 12 months of current and continuous experience as a full time/career firefighter with no separation time or break in service at time of application.
• Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued withing the last 12 months from date of application submission and ability to pass City of Dixon's aerial ladder agility test.
• Possession of a current, valid Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic license meeting the requirements of the California Emergency Medical Services Authority.
• Possession of a California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I Certificate.
• Possession of a current, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate issued by the American Heart Association or the equivalent. (Pediatric advanced life support & basic trauma life support or international trauma life support)
• Ability to possess Solano County Paramedic Accreditation within three (3) months of initial hire.
• A Firefighter Class C Endorsement and maintain clean driving record

SUBMIT ABOVE DOCUMENTS DIRECTLY TO FCTC. THE CITY WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY COPIES, FAXES OR EMAILS OF DOCUMENTS.

Firefighter/Paramedic: This position performs firefighting, rescue, emergency medical care, fire prevention, equipment operation, and equipment maintenance activities to protect life and property; assumes primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency; and performs other related duties normally associated with the position of professional Firefighter/Paramedic. 

APPLICATION/SUPPLEMENTAL PROCESS

CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE:

On-line application AND Supplemental Questionnaire Answers through the City of Dixon CalOpps page and must be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.

On the first week of every month Dixon will pull a list from FCTC.  The most qualified candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related training and experience will be considered.

CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

  * Firefighter/Paramedics - Paramedic Test

  * Aerial Ladder Climb

  * Interview Process

  * Chief's Interview

Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen; background investigation; DOJ fingerprint clearance; and in accordance with Federal Law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States. It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law. 

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A PDF copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

Special Accommodations:  Contact Human Resources at 707-678-7000.

The City of Dixon Fire Department is recruiting to fill current firefighter paramedic vacancies as soon as possible and to establish an eligibility for future needs. This recruitment will be open continuously, and applications will be pulled from FCTC the first week of every month.

To be considered eligible for this hiring and eligibility list, you must meet the following criteria:

• Pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.
• Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application submission and ability to pass the City of Dixon's aerial ladder agility test.
• Possess a valid Firefighter 1 Academy certificate or California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certificate.
• Possess a current, valid California or National Registry Paramedic certification (note: persons possessing a National Registry Certification will be required to register as a California Paramedic prior to appointment).
• Valid California Class “C” Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

SUBMIT ABOVE DOCUMENTS DIRECTLY TO FCTC. THE CITY WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY COPIES, FAXES OR EMAILS OF DOCUMENTS.

The Dixon Fire Department offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for qualified applicants pursuing a career in fire safety.  The position performs fire prevention activities to save lives and property; responds to hazardous material incidents; responds to all fire alarms with designated company; prepares and operates the necessary equipment at the scene of the fire such as a hose, ladders, chemicals, bars, hooks, etc.; administers first aid to injured patrons; performs other acts required of a Firefighter at the scene of an emergency; carries out all duties assigned by Superior Officers.  Work involves irregular hours during the day and evenings, and on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

APPLICATION/SUPPLEMENTAL PROCESS

CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE:

Online application AND Supplemental Questionnaire Answers through the City of Dixon CalOpps page by the final filing date and must be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.

The first week of every month Dixon will pull a list from FCTC and the most qualified candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related training and experience will be considered.

CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

  * Firefighter/Paramedics - Paramedic Test

  * Aerial Ladder Climb

  * Interview Process

  * Chief's Interview

Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen; background investigation; DOJ fingerprint clearance; and in accordance with Federal Law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States. It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law. 

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A PDF copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

Special Accommodations:  Contact Human Resources at 707-678-7000.