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COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  First review scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022; Open Until Filled

DEFINITION

 Inspects plans of buildings and construction for compliance with building codes, laws and ordinances, particularly those involving plumbing, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical codes; trains and instructs other inspectors on plumbing-mechanical inspections and provides working lead assistance to other inspectors as required.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City's building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy codes plus other related local and state ordinances.

Assists the general public contractors, architects and engineers by interpreting and giving detailed explanation of requirements and application of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related local and state ordinances.

Makes joint field inspections with Building Inspector during construction of buildings to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances and assists on difficult field inspection problems.

Trains and provides working lead assistance in specialty to Building Inspectors in the performance of their duties, reviews output and quality of work performed, and provides and evaluation of same to management.

Keep records and reports of inspections.

Review applications for building permit, helps applicant fill in required permit data and sees that all required documents and data are included.

Checks plumbing, heating ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical construction for compliance with codes.

Check permits to assure that all fees have been paid for fixtures gas lines, plumbing and mechanical installations.

Reviews and approves plans of industrial and commercial building to insure compliance with plumbing-mechanical codes or ordinances.

May consult with designers or builders regarding requirements in plumbing-mechanical plans.

Inspects major commercial and industrial construction for conformance with plumbing-mechanical codes.

Orders corrections and improvements whenever necessary and follows up on rejected work to see that corrections are made.

Prepares correspondence regarding inspections and code requirements.

Reviews complex plumbing-mechanical inspection work.

May issue permits and prepare office copies of documents for processing and filing.

Reviews complex plumbing and mechanical inspection work.

Meets and confers with Building Official and Assistant Building Official regarding various pertinent matters.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of:

• Building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes with specialized knowledge of materials and standards to be applied in plumbing-mechanical construction.

Ability to:

• Effectively train and provide working lead assistance to subordinate personnel.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications and to enforce their application.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, the general public, architects and engineers.
• Research and study the various building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, laws and ordinances.
• Perform moderate to heavy amounts of paperwork. 
• Perform the physical aspects to a field inspection.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience: Four (4) years of experience as a journey level plumber preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Two (2) years plumbing/mechanical inspection experience involving major commercial or industrial installations.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Licenses and Certificates: 

Ability to possess upon employment a valid Class III California Driver's License. 

International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Certification as a plumbing-mechanical and/or combination inspector is highly desirable, but not required.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year

SELECTION PROCEDURE

COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

APPLICATIONS

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Community Development Director and City Manager, supervises and reviews the inspections of residential, commercial, industrial buildings and related structures for compliance to building codes and regulations, recommends code enforcement and building inspection policies to the City Council for adoption, supervises and directs the maintenance, construction, repair and improvements on City buildings and facilities, acts as the City’s Safety Officer; and does other related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Chief Building Official is an “at-will” employee of the City and serves at the pleasure of the City Manager. This is a single position class with management level responsibility for supervising, reviewing and recommending code enforcement and building inspection policies to the City Council. The Incumbent is the City's Building Official, and performs building inspection for single-family residences, commercial and complex structures, including associated structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing fixtures. In addition, the incumbent supervises the code enforcement program and provides inspection support for the City's road construction and maintenance.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises building inspectors engaged in the inspections of residential, commercial, industrial buildings and related structures for compliance to building codes and regulations in any one or combination of the following areas: structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical; Performs the more difficult inspection activities and acts as the City’s Building Official. This position also acts as the City’s Safety Officer and is responsible for maintaining City’s safety program, safety meetings, and meeting Cal-OSHA requirements and standards.
• Plans, reviews, develops and proposes changes as appropriate in the City of Live Oak's Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Programs, prioritizes and assigns projects: plans, organizes and directs proper and efficient maintenance and repair of City buildings, and City facilities and orders materials and schedules the use of various equipment necessary for job completion, conducts inspections to determine needs for repair and maintenance work, approves and decides the type and extent of repair and prepares estimates of cost of repairs and maintenance work; prepares materials and labor cost estimates for projects/jobs accordingly, confers with other City departments to discuss repairs, remodels and construction, as necessary, and to give written and oral work estimates;
• Inspects roadways to determine compliance with City policies and/or work contracts; participates in the investigation of complaints and questions regarding road hazards, maintenance service and project schedules;
• Supervises and/or performs plan checks on residential and commercial buildings prior to permit issuance; inspects buildings and structures to confirm that construction, alteration, or equipment installation work is performed in a safe manner, in compliance with provisions of applicable codes and ordinances, and in accordance with the approved plans and specifications; checks the quality of materials and the methods of construction utilized; issues certificates of final inspection and other permits.
• Supervises and/or conducts field investigations in response to complaints of possible code violations; researches code complaints; makes recommendations or takes appropriate action; performs follow-up investigations to see that remedial action has been taken; issues citations for code violations; prepares code violation cases for public hearings; compiles complete evidence files and exhibits; confers and coordinates with other agencies and the City attorney on investigation and disposition of nuisance housing, zoning, building, sanitation, and other code violations; responds to public inquiries regarding complaints; testifies in court proceedings as necessary; prepares staff and technical reports as directed.

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 6th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2021 Wallet Hub survey and ranking the number 1 Best City in the Nation to raise a family, according to a 2022 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 230,000 residents. As a full service City, Fremont employs over 962 regular employees. The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager. Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

The Department

The Fire Department is responsible for providing the rapid delivery of fire, medical, rescue, and life safety emergency services within Fremont. Emergency services are delivered through 13 in-service fire companies from 11 strategically located fire stations in the City. Our mission is to prevent and minimize the loss of life and property threatened by the hazards of fire, medical and rescue emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and disaster situations within the community.

The Position

As a member of City of Fremont’s Fire Department, the Fire Prevention Inspector will perform administrative, inspection, and technical tasks to assist in the implementation and enforcement of various fire and life safety statutes. Specifically, the incumbent will conduct fire and life safety inspections related to the City’s Fire Code Compliance and Fire Prevention Programs. In this role, the Fire Prevention Inspector is vital to the mission of the Fire Prevention Division to protect lives and property by reducing the factors which contribute to fires and environmental emergencies. The Fire Prevention Division currently regulates over 5,500 occupancies for compliance with State and locally adopted codes and ordinances.

The City of Live Oak is hiring for the position of Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer  I/II. Placement into a classification level is dependent upon qualifications.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

ANNUAL SALARY PER LEVEL:

Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer I: $52,623.75 - $68,008.60

Building Inspector Code Enforcement Officer II: $56,307.45 - $72,769.24

DEFINITION: 

Under general direction of the Chief Building Official, reviews plans, and inspects the construction or remodel of residential and commercial buildings; enforces applicable State and County codes and City ordinances; provides inspection support for various Public Works activities; assists in the construction, maintenance and improvements of City buildings and facilities; performs other related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS : 

Level I
This class represents the entry level class of the Building Inspector and Code Enforcement series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. It is a generalist class with responsibilities in all phases of building activity; incumbents work with considerable independence in the conduct of their inspections. A high degree of skill in communication and public relations is required to convey the provisions of applicable codes to a broad cross section of the public and to the construction industry. Building Inspectors, while working as generalists, also function as a specialist to advise other members of the staff in terms of the various technical areas of construction. 

Level II
This class represents the journey level of the Building Inspector and Code Enforcement series in which incumbents are responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections, performing plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations on a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in both field inspections and plan checks. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 

• Perform as a team member in carrying out program tasks of the Building Division. 
• Set up inspection schedule and route and travel to field sites. 
• Approve work done or note corrections to be made; prepare correction letters and inspection reports. 
• Interpret and explain applicable building codes, division policies and procedures to the public.
• Assist the public at the counter, by email, and/or by phone in the processing of permits and applications.
• Provide technical assistance to others within the City Departments as needed.
• Maintain files, retrieve permit information, issue permits, and conduct research.
• Assist the Public Works Department in inspecting roadways to determine compliance with City policies and/or work contracts.
• Assist in the construction, maintenance and improvements of City buildings and facilities.
• Assist Chief Building Official in maintaining the City’s safety program, safety meetings and Cal/OSHA requirements.
• Perform plan checks as assigned on residential and commercial buildings prior to permit issuance.
• Perform zoning inspections. 
• Inspect buildings and structures to confirm that construction, alteration, or equipment installation work is performed in a safe manner, in compliance with provisions of applicable codes and ordinances, and in      accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding complaints and conduct field investigations in response to complaints of possible code violations.
• Prepare and send Code Enforcement letters to tenants, owners, and contractors and carry cases through prosecution in situations of non-compliance; compile complete evidence files and exhibits. Testify in court proceedings as necessary. 
• Perform follow-up investigations to see that remedial action has been taken.
• Confer and coordinate with other agencies and the City attorney on investigation and disposition of nuisance housing, zoning, building, sanitation, and other code violations.
• Assist with completing grant applications and administering grant-funded housing and community development projects (including but not limited to, housing, buildings, parks, streets, water, sewer, any other infrastructure, and grant reporting) as directed.
• Prepare staff and technical reports as directed.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Draft recommendations to the Building Official for changes in Building Department related policies. Make recommendations or take appropriate action. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
Employee will be required to sit at a desk for long periods of time; stand at the counter to answer questions of the public; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, crawl, and bend in the field; perform grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; write and use a keyboard to communicate, and occasionally lift moderate weight. 

Some additional physical demands are to be able to walk on uneven ground or 1 ½” joist and narrow beams, walk on roofs, climb scaffolds and ladders, crawl in confined areas 12-inches high, and crawl in attics in the summer. Employee will regularly be subject to varying weather conditions while walking outdoors on a construction site, this may include rain, wind, cold, heat, and direct sun. 

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL I/II/III

Level I:  $4,637 - $5,636 per month

Level II:  $5,116 - $6,219 per month

Level III:  $6,076 - $7,386 per month

(Level of placement will depend on experience/qualifications)

Plus excellent benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Friday, May 6, 2022, 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 61,000) 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 $120 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 is recruiting for a Code Enforcement Officer in our Community Development Department.  Under immediate supervision, this position assists with the enforcement of all provisions of the San Rafael Municipal Code, performs code inspections, and enforces the zoning code.

This position is a flexibly staffed position and may be filled at any level in the series, dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.  The distinguishing characteristics between each level is as follows:

Code Enforcement Official I:  This class is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including field investigations and field inspections.  Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Code Enforcement Official II:  This is the full journey level class.  Employees at this level are distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  Positions in this class shift away from office and group fieldwork to more defined, independent work. 

Code Enforcement Official III:  This is the lead work level position within this job class series.  As a lead worker, this position is responsible for providing advanced journey level code enforcement duties and for providing some building and/or fire inspection duties typically regarding issues that do not require a permit.  This position requires certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector, defined as having completed the ICC certification as a Combination Building Inspector or the residential inspection track of the International Code Council and/or the Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A courses of the California State Fire Training.

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

• Exercises enforcement and abatement responsibilities under the land use regulations of the City’s Municipal Codes.
• Conducts field investigations of reported complaints of municipal code, ordinance and resolution violations.
• Advises individuals of violations and methods of abatement.
• Seeks abatement (remedies) through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Conducts field inspections to uncover violations, gathers supporting evidence, inform individuals of code provisions and encourage compliance.
• Issue warnings and violation notices and see remedies through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Explains and interprets municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions at the counter and in the field to City staff, to property owners and the generic public.
• Confers with other agencies and City departments, verbally and in writing, on the investigation and disposition of related violations.
• Prepares written staff reports and presents evidence at hearings before the Planning Commission, City Council, Hearing Officer, and/or Courts of law related to current code enforcement administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Complete forms, prepare reports, investigation narratives and related correspondence.
• Maintains case records, program statistics, and related materials.
• At the Level III, function as a lead work supervisor over other Code Enforcement Official (I/II) employees.
• Performs related duties as required.

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

• Correct English usage, spelling and punctuation.
• Simple research and statistical methods.
• Interviewing techniques necessary to obtain investigative and personal data.
• Modern office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Goals, objectives and policies of the department.
• Correct written and spoken English.
• Technical aspects of Zoning and Code Enforcement.
• Supervisory techniques and methods.
• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes and policies. 
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. 
• Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies, and citizens. 
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships. 
• Lead and direct the work of others. 
• Perform field inspections, investigations.   
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skill.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, abilities, and skill would be:

Code Enforcement Official I:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Community College coursework in communications, law enforcement, planning, business, or public administration, or a related field preferred.
• One (1) year of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations and direct public contact.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official II:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official III:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity, with at least one (1) of those years at an equivalent level to the Code Enforcement Official II. 
• Certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to outdoor weather conditions and regularly works in inside environmental conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to video display and moving mechanical parts.  The employee occasionally works with use of personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check/fingerprinting, and drug screen.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.   Follow this link to apply via CalOpps:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20233266 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit 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 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

The Community Development Department is recruiting for Code Enforcement Manager. 

VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE

A second review of applications will take place on November 4, 2021 – 12 PM (PT).  

This position will remain open until filled.   Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The recruitment may close without notice.

A resume, cover letter, and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by applying on our website, www.fremont.gov/cityjobs. 

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at:
3300 Capitol Ave., Building B
Fremont, CA 94538
Ph: (510) 494-4660
jobs@fremont.gov   

Applications are being accepted for the position of Emergency Medical Technician - BLS Ambulance with the City of South San Francisco. 

HOURLY RATE: $19.95 - $24.25 per hour

APPLICATION DEADLINE: CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEWS TO BE CONDUCTED LATE SPRING/EARLY SUMMER 2022. 

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The South San Francisco Fire Department provides its residents with service in fire suppression; first-responder and ambulance transport emergency medical services; hazardous materials response; urban search and rescue; marine rescue and fire prevention, investigation and public education. The Department operates five (5) fire stations throughout the City, plus an Emergency Operations Center and Fire Training Tower and is comprised of 92 dedicated staff members.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Waterpark E.M.T. is responsible for responding to emergencies and providing efficient and immediate care to the critically ill/injured at Adventure Waterpark. In addition, The E.M.T. provides security services as needed. The E.M.T. is expected to work weekends and holidays on a regular basis.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (This is a general description of duties and is not all-inclusive)

• Functions within the scope of care as defined by state, regional, and local regulatory agencies
• Provide outstanding customer service while performing assigned duties, including interpreting and conveying information throughout the Waterpark
• Ability to open/maintain an airway, administer CPR, control hemorrhage, bandage wounds, immobilize extremities, administer oxygen, and other duties within the scope of practice
• Respond to emergencies in a timely and safe manner
• Recognize hazardous situations and contain area until help arrives
• Produce competent reports of incidents and injuries
• Provide public security services during the course of the day and for Admin at closing
• Uphold all rules and regulations of the Waterpark
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity while performing all aspects of assigned responsibilities
• Attend training and staff meetings as assigned
• Assist other City departments in the event of major emergencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECIEVED

The position is supervised by the Waterpark Operations Manager and/or Recreation Supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years or older
• Possess E.M.T. certification with experience in the field, and submit verification upon hire
• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to establish and maintain productive relations and positive attitude with and toward others
• Possess good organizational skills and be able to multi-task
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Ability to secure and retain valid California driver's license
• All candidates must meet the following physical requirements:
  • Must not be allergic to chlorine or other pool chemicals
  • Sit or stand for long periods of time (100% of assigned shift, and/or in excess of 10 hours)
  • Ability to walk up and down stairs
  • Ability to lift and maneuver at least 50 pounds
  • Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, push, and pull
  • Work in an outdoor environment with wet conditions and extreme heat
  • Work in direct sunlight
  • Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT

• Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality
• Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
• Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR & First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
• Fingerprinting and TB test are required
• Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment

SELECTION PROCESS

Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation.

The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require.

Vaccination Status: The City of Fremont requires new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 absent an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. All new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources upon final job offer. If an individual is in the process of being vaccinated, their start date may be adjusted to a future date after they have been fully vaccinated. In general, an individual is considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment from the City who do not comply with this mandate will have their offer of employment rescinded.

This mandate allows for medical or religious exemptions. Individuals may submit requests for a reasonable accommodation based on medical condition or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.

Some positions may require a health evaluation.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: https://fremont.workbrightats.com/jobs/

Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing recjobs@fremont.gov.

THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.