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Vacaville Fire Dept, California – Firefighter/Paramedic I
The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic I.
Four (4) vacancies currently exist within the department with potentially five (5) additional vacancies to be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment will also be used to establish a list for future vacancies that may occur over the next 12-month period.
Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics perform skilled work in emergency fire suppression, emergency medical care, fire prevention, investigation activities, ALS transportation and other activities that support the protection of life and property. Firefighter/Paramedics assume primary responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency; assist in the maintenance and care of all stations, apparatus and equipment; and perform other related duties normally associated with the position of a professional Firefighter/Paramedic.
Firefighter/Paramedic I is the entry classification of the series. Incumbents are promoted to Firefighter/Paramedic II upon successful completion of the Vacaville in-house training academy (typically 16-18 weeks).
Firefighter/Paramedic I salary: $92,642.72 annually (during in-house academy)
Firefighter/Paramedic II salary: $104,223.60 – $126,684.85 annually
Vacaville Firefighter/Paramedics currently work a 48/96 shift schedule, resulting in an average workweek of 56 hours.
See the Application Process section for important information.
ABOUT the City:
Vacaville, California is located in northern Solano County, midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. The City of Vacaville, incorporated in 1892 and currently comprising just under 27 square miles, has a beautiful setting bordered by rolling hillsides, fruit orchards and fertile farmland.
With an elevation ranging from 90 to 300 feet, Vacaville enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average summer high of 94º and an average winter low of 36º. Annual rainfall averages about 24 inches.
The City’s rich history has transformed the community from a small agricultural town into a thriving and progressive city; now a diverse population of 97,446 residents call Vacaville home. While the City’s population history and demographics show its rapid growth, Vacaville remains a “small town at heart,” whose residents pride themselves on the high level of community involvement.
ABOUT the Fire Department:
Field Operations Division delivers all of the Fire Department’s emergency response services and plays an important part in delivering many other non-emergency services. This division responds to all calls for 9-1-1 relating to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials releases, and other specialized rescue situations such as flood rescues. They are divided into three operational “shifts” (A, B and C shift) commanded by a Battalion Chief. The emergency response personnel are deployed from five fire stations within the City’s 28 square miles.
The Emergency Medical Services program provides paramedic services for over 160 square miles, including paramedic ambulance transport services to both State prisons in Vacaville and emergency ambulance transportation service. Our ambulance transportation service is one of the oldest fire department based programs in Northern California, approved by the City of Vacaville voters in 1977. Today, our paramedic-firefighters respond to thousands of medical emergencies annually, and are able to expedite the movement of patients to a variety of area hospitals without interrupting the continuity of medical care.
ABOUT YOU
The Ideal Candidate
The City of Vacaville is seeking an enthusiastic, entry-level fire service professional with a positive attitude who is excited to become part of a community service-driven team. The ideal candidate will be:
- A team player who has empathy toward the community and coworkers and possesses a high level of emotional intelligence;
- A field-proven paramedic-level EMS provider with a track record of competent and compassionate patient care;
- Well versed in modern fire service practices; and
- In possession of a solid understanding of fire science.
Qualifications
Education: Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal-approved Firefighter 1 training, or equivalent, curriculum is required. College-level course work in Fire Science is desirable.
Experience: One (1) year paid experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic is desirable, but not required. Possession of Firefighter 1 Certification is desirable.
License and Certificate Requirements (at time of application):
- Must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List
- Cal-JAC CPAT card that is dated within 12 months prior to the filing date (June 2, 2021 – July 18,2022)
- Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal-approved, or equivalent, Firefighter I training curriculum
- Current, valid California Paramedic License
At time of appointment to the position, successful candidates must possess the following:
- Current, valid ACLS certificate (issued by American Heart Association or equivalent)
- Current, valid PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEPP (Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals)Certification
- Current, valid PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) or BTLS/ITLS (Basic Trauma Life Support/International Life Support) Certification
To view full job requirements please review the class specification found here. ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE
Final Filing Date: 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 18, 2022.
Candidates applying for this position must complete the following by 5:30 p.m., July 18, 2022:
- Submit a City of Vacaville application with required documents (Section A)
- Be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List with a Cal-JAC CPAT card that is dated within 12 months prior to the filing date (June 2, 2021 – July 18, 2022). Please visit www.FCTConline.org for information (Section B)
City of Vacaville Application and Required Documents (SECTION A):
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet. If unable to apply online, application packets can be obtained in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.
City of Vacaville application, supplemental questionnaire and the following items must be received in the Human Resources Department by 5:30 p.m. on the final filing date.
Copies (clear and legible) of the following documents must be submitted by the final filing date (postmarks are not accepted):
- Certification of successful completion of California State Fire Marshal-approved Firefighter I training, or equivalent, curriculum
- Current, valid California Paramedic License
- Optional Certifications (attach if you possess these now): Firefighter 1 Certification; ACLS Certification; PALS or PEPP Certification; PHTLS or BTLS/ITLS Certification
Documentation can be submitted in the following ways:
- Attached to your online application, or
- Faxed* to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
- Submitted in person, or via mail*, to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.
* The City of Vacaville is not responsible for problems associated with mail service/delivery and/or fax machine failure. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SECTION B):
The City of Vacaville Fire Department requires candidates to be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility list at the close of the recruitment. To learn more about this eligibility list and instructions on how to be placed on this list, go to www.fctconline.org. Information on how to register for the CPAT ability tests and written tests, as well as study materials, can be found on the website.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Background Process for Selected Candidates: September 2022
Firefighter II salary: $92,642.72- $112,608.59/annually
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