Reserve Firefighter

County of Imperial; El Centro, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

County of Imperial is seeking Reserve Firefighters to perform fire suppression, equipment maintenance, and emergency medical care duties at an assigned facility in Imperial County, CA. This position supports the regular workforce on an as-needed, non-full-time basis.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and an EMT certificate (CA or NREMT) within one year of hire, plus a California Class C driver's license. Pre-employment drug tests and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License. EMT certificate issued by an EMS authority agency and/or NREMT certification within one year of employment.
• A valid driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020.
• This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
• The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an assigned Fire Captain, performs responsible duties in the suppression of fires; maintains fire department equipment, apparatuses and facilities; provides emergency medical care for sick and injured individuals.
• The Reserve Firefighter class performs routine fire suppression and firehouse maintenance duties at an assigned facility. This class is not a full time class and incumbents are called in to supplement the regular workforce as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT certificate (CA or NREMT)

Job description

Under the direction of an assigned Fire Captain, performs responsible duties in the suppression of fires; maintains fire department equipment, apparatuses and facilities; provides emergency medical care for sick and injured individuals.

The Reserve Firefighter class performs routine fire suppression and firehouse maintenance duties at an assigned facility. This class is not a full time class and incumbents are called in to supplement the regular workforce as needed.

High School Diploma or GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Valid California Class C Driver’s License. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate issued by an EMS authority agency and/or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician certification within one year of employment.

A valid driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.

The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call [phone] or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.

*NOTE: IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE: [phone] (DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION).

About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County’s eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation’s winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off‑road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.

Medical Standards Evaluation

The County of Imperial adheres to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) CA requirements for medical evaluations and protocols for Firefighter Safety positions.