Firefighter/Paramedic Recruit (FCTC)

The City of Dixon is looking to fill one vacancy in the Fire Department. The "Firefighter/Paramedic Recruit" is an entry-level classification designed for recruits with a current paramedic license to gain firefighting, fire rescue, and fire prevention skills and training necessary through an accredited Fire Academy. Training may include firefighting techniques and procedures; emergency medical training; technical rescue and hazardous materials training.

To be considered eligible for this hiring and eligibility list, you must meet the following criteria:

• Pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.
• Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application submission.
• Submit all licenses, certificates, and other requirements listed under the "Ideal Candidate" section to FCTC.
  
  

CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

• Paramedic Skills Test
• Interview Process
• Chief's Interview
  
  

IDEAL CANDIDATE

This position will attend an accredited academy and receive on-the-job training to learn more about the Firefighter/Paramedic field.

Education

Graduation from a paramedic training program that meets the requirements for licensing in the State of California by date of appointment.

Successful completion of High School or possession of a G.E.D.

For out-of-state candidates: Must possess a valid National Registry certification at time of application. Must have applied for a State of California Paramedic license by the time of application and must possess a valid State of California Paramedic License by the time of appointment.

Experience

Some work experience performing firefighting and/or paramedic services is desirable.

License, Certificates, And/or Other Requirements

Passing score (>70%) on the Fire Candidate Testing Center written test (FCTConline.org), to be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List. The list from FCTC will be pulled the week after the recruitment closes.

Accreditation by the County of Solano as an EMT-P is required.

Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by date appointment Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for BLS provider by date of appointment.

Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) OR Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) by date of appointment.

Certification in Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) by date of appointment.

Possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application submission.

• All certificates above must be uploaded to FCTC!!***
  
  

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING: Following successful completion of the academy, Firefighter/Paramedics will be placed in a full-time, regular appointment and required to successfully complete an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000.

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