Do you have at least one year of comparable firefighting experience AND a paramedic license? Consider a rewarding career with the City of Ventura, and apply on-line today at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.

The Ventura Fire Department is comprised of six fire stations that serve an area of approximately twenty square miles.  The Department is staffed by 72 sworn and 11 non-sworn personnel in three Divisions: Administration, Operations, and Fire Prevention.  Last year, the Fire Department responded to over 15,000 fire, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and rescue calls.  The department takes pride in its team-oriented working environment, and genuine commitment to serve the community.

To learn more about the Fire Department, visit:  http://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/fire. Applications are being accepted continuously, and recruitment may close at any time.

Under general supervision, performs emergency medical services as a certified paramedic for an assigned engine company and performs various fire service duties including fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials operations, station and equipment maintenance, fire prevention, public education and performing related duties as required. Must work 24-hour shifts including weekends and holidays.

Participates in fire suppression and rescue operations; participates in drills and training activities as required; assists in the maintenance and operation of departmental facilities and apparatus, participates in physical fitness maintenance programs; assists in inspections of structures for conformance with fire and life safety laws and regulations; responds to citizen questions and complaints regarding fire and life safety laws and regulations; participates in special assignments and projects as assigned; provides fire and life safety education programs; performs inspections and enforcement assignments for fire prevention.

Performs emergency medical service to ensure that all protocols as approved by Ventura County Emergency Medical Services Agency concerning emergency medical care are followed; evaluate the extent and seriousness of injuries for medical emergencies, administer first aid and take emergency action to supply oxygen and apply life support techniques, care for and transport individuals to medical facilities; operate a resuscitator and other rescue equipment; converse with medical experts and use medical terminology to apply emergency first aid. Trains staff on basic and advanced lifesaving techniques.

Position is flexibly allocated and may be filled at either the Firefighter-Paramedic Trainee level ($66,469.02 – $80,793.15/year) or the Firefighter-Paramedic journey level ($69,792.49 – $89,074.59/year) depending on the qualifications of the applicant.  If appointed at the Trainee level, incumbent may flexibly advance to the journey level after successfully completing a 12 month probationary period.

A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to one year of full-time firefighting experience with a comparable fire agency and possession of the following:

License/Certification required at time of application:

•  A current California Paramedic license (EMT-P) AND a current CPR certification.

License/Certification required prior to hire (as part of conditional offer of employment):

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• A current and valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) OR Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Providers (PEPP) certification must be obtained prior to hire date and maintained continuously while employed as a Firefighter-Paramedic.
• A current and valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained prior to hire date and maintained continuously while employed as a Firefighter-Paramedic.
• Possession of Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) certificate must be obtained prior to hire date with the certificate dated within the prior 12-month period.

License/Certification required within one-year probationary period of employment:

• Incumbent is required to obtain and thereafter maintain a Ventura County Paramedic Level II certification, and a current and valid California Class C driver’s license with a firefighter endorsement.
• A current and valid California Class C driver’s license with a Firefighter endorsement.

Physical Requirement:  Must be physically capable of performing all tasks required of a Ventura Firefighter-Paramedic including rigorous activities associated with emergency operations, and meet California Department of Motor Vehicle visual acuity standards necessary to maintain required licenses.  Fitness will initially be determined by possession of a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) certificate, and ability to pass a medical evaluation. Residency Requirement:  Incumbent must maintain as a permanent residence, and regularly reside at, a residence that is located within a two hour travel time from the Ventura Fire Department Administrative Offices. Before employment, candidates must submit documentation verifying legal right to work in the United States. Background Check:  Requires the ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, which may include polygraph and psychological examinations.

Submit a City application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline.  You will not need to submit copies of license/certifications or training at this time.  The preferred method of application is on-line and you are highly encouraged to apply at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. If you are unable to apply electronically, you may request paper application materials by calling (805) 654-7853 during regular business hours.  Paper applications may be mailed or hand delivered to City Hall at 501 Poli Street, Room 210; P.O. Box 99; Ventura, CA 93002.

You will be required to bring a copy of your current EMT-P license and Healthcare Provider CPR certification if you are invited to a Department Selection Interview. If selected for hire, you will be required to submit a copy of your current PALS or PEPP, ACLS and CPAT prior to your date of hire.   Please do not submit copies of any license, certification or training with your application.

NOTE:  After you apply, all future correspondence from the City will be via E-Mail.  Please check your messages regularly and be sure to update the contact information contained in your on-line application. You may wish to set your email spam filter to accept email from recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

DEPARTMENT SELECTION INTERVIEWS: Candidates meeting the minimum requirements of this position will have their names certified to the eligibility list and forwarded to the Fire Department for further consideration.  The eligibility list established will be used in conjunction with existing eligibility lists to fill current and future vacancies.  A limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in department selection interviews. You will be required to bring copies of your valid EMT-P and Healthcare Provider CPR certification at that time.

The City of Ventura is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and military and veteran status.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, Ca 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.