Firefighter EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

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This position is a member of the City of Palm Springs Fire Department and performs firefighting and emergency medical response activities to protect life and property; responds to a variety of fire and emergency and non-emergency calls for service; performs station and equipment maintenance; and performs a variety of other technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Firefighter (EMT)Respond to fire and emergency alarms; perform all phases of fire suppression work; perform rescue, ventilation, overhaul, salvage, and clean-up activities at fire scene.Respond to and assist in the mitigation of hazardous material and emergency airport incidents; perform swift water and trench rescues as necessary; respond to non-emergency calls for service, as necessary.As assigned, write, prepare, and file reports concerning incidents, autos, light trucks, rescue and apparatus maintenance, inventory, occupancy survey, notice of violation, supply requisitions, work orders, and other fire related information.Assist in the performance of routine daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of the fire apparatus and equipment; maintain fire station and grounds; perform routine and minor repairs as necessary; inform station fire engineer or captain of major repair work needed; perform inspections and routine maintenance on rescue and squad apparatus.Assist in the performance of periodic Uniform Fire Code inspections of industrial and commercial businesses and places of assembly; assist in the enforcement of the fire prevention codes by following through and documenting violations in need of corrective action.Conduct and participate in training exercises; develop skills in fire suppression, medical aid, apparatus operation, physical fitness, and other related areas.Assist with public education; provide CPR instruction, grade school presentations and fire drills.Maintain records and logs of work completed and in-progress; prepare statistical and analytical reports as required.Conduct and participate in pre-fire planning activities; stay abreast of new innovations relative to fire prevention.Participates in testing of a variety of department equipment including protective clothing and breathing apparatus.Assist with fire prevention, fire inspection, and code enforcement activities.To perform and assist with special assignment operations and urban search and rescue operations.Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time. As a candidate for the position, you will want to be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position to achieve maximum opportunity. Applications will be reviewed carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered as this information will be used to determine minimum qualifications. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications, please do not use phrases such as "see attached" or "see resume" as they will not be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process.Please remember to submit all your application materials by the closing date and time. Incomplete or applications received after the closing date and time cannot be considered. All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification.For more information on completing your application materials click here.Selection Process Information - The anticipated selection process for this position will include the following: Application ReviewMinimum Qualification ReviewSubject Matter Expertise Review (SME) - 70% passing requiredOral Panel Evaluation Exam - 70% passing requiredOverall Score - Scores from the oral, and/or practical exams will be combined equally for an overall scoreChief InterviewCandidates must successfully pass each stage of the selection process above in order to continue to the next step. The anticipated exam schedule is as follows: Oral Panel Exam - tentative date of May 14, 2026The Chief Interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 18, 2026This process may be modified or changed depending on the number of qualified candidates. If you are ready to join the exciting Team Palm Springs and you meet the requirements detailed above, please click the apply button. For more information contact Human Resources at: The City of Palm Springs3200 East Tahquitz Canyon WayPalm Springs, CA 92262www.palmspringsca.gov760-323-8215Applications must be received by 4:00 pm, April 29, 2026. The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.