Entry Level Firefighter EMT/Lateral Firefighter EMT

Pauma Band of Mission Indians; Pauma Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pauma Band of Mission Indians is seeking a Firefighter who is a self-starter and highly motivated to carry out department responsibilities with minimal direction. The role blends traditional fire service values with modern business practices to support the Pauma community.

Candidates must be at least 18, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and hold California Firefighter 1 and EMT certifications, with a valid CA Driver’s License and CPR for healthcare provider.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a State of California Firefighter 1 Academy or Firefighter 1 certification issued by the OSFM, and certification as a California State Certified EMT.
• Must maintain California Driver’s License; EMT accreditation; CPR for healthcare provider.
• Residency within Pauma department boundary in CA counties as specified.

Responsibilities

• Responds to Fire Alarms, Medical Aids, and Emergencies to protect life, property, and environment.
• Training: Monthly and yearly training as set by Pauma Fire Dept. Training Officer.
• Prevention: Public education and building inspections.
• Maintains: Engine and brush equipment, station equipment, and building maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Firefighter 1 Academy or Firefighter 1 certification (OSFM)

California State Certified EMT

Valid California Driver's License

Current CPR certificate for healthcare provider

Job description

Type: 48 hours On Duty, 96 hours Off Duty

Salary: $26.78

Job Summary

The successful candidate should be a self-starter, highly motivated, and capable of carrying out department responsibilities with minimal direction and supervision. Persons hired for these positions must be dedicated and self-disciplined in assuring that the department’s high operational standards are maintained.

The successful candidate must be capable of embracing innovative management principles and enjoy the challenge of blending traditional fire service values with modern business practices.

The ability to develop cooperative relationships with other departments and community organizations is crucial in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Firefighter.

Job Duties

Responds to: Fire Alarms, Medical Aids, Emergencies to Protect Life, Property, and Environment.

Training: Monthly & Yearly Training set forth by Pauma Fire Dept. Training Officer.

Prevention: Public Education, Building Inspections,

Maintains: Engine and Brush Equipment, Station Equipment and Building Maintenance.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED. By filing deadline, candidates must meet the following requirements: Graduation from a State of California Firefighter 1 Academy or Firefighter 1 certification issued by the OSFM, and certification as a California State Certified EMT. Fire related job experience is highly desirable.

LICSENSES and CERTIFICATES: The following licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment and are not subject to waiver: Valid California Driver’s License; California State Certified EMT and must maintain current EMT accreditation with the County of San Diego EMS office; current CPR certificate for healthcare provider.

RESIDENCY REQUIRMENT: Firefighter must live within the department residency boundary at the time of hire. Fire Department employees must reside in the local counties of San Diego, Riverside, Orange, and Los Angeles.

Must have a valid California Driver License Class C and insurable on the Tribe’s insurance policy.

Must pass a security background check and drug screening

WORKING CONDITIONS

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

At-will.

Pauma is a Drug Free Workplace: All new employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen as well as participate in random drug testing during their employment.

Background Checks: Criminal and civil background checks required, including compliance with Megan’s Law.

Hiring Preference

The Pauma Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with the federal law, The Pauma Band of Mission Indians exercises American Indian hiring preference to members of the Pauma Tribe and members of other federally recognized tribes who present proof of eligibility for Indian preference (25 CFR Ch 1

• 170.914). It is the policy of the Pauma Band of Mission Indians to give preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Pauma Tribal Members; 2) Pauma Tribal Member Spouses; 3) non-member American Indians.

Salary Description 26.78 hour