Captain Paramedic

About the District

In October 1962, fire protection became the second service provided for the Running Springs community by the District at a local level. Until that time, fire protection for the area had been provided by an all-volunteer fire department comprised of a group of concerned citizens that began in 1951. Running Springs is a mountain community in San Bernardino County, serving as a gateway to Big Bear, known for year-round outdoor recreation like skiing/snowboarding at Snow Valley, mountain biking at Rim Nordic (also cross-country skiing), and numerous hiking trails (Pacific Crest Trail runs through).

About the Department

The Department includes two Fire Stations, two Type 1 Fire Engines, one Brush Engine, one Squad, three Ambulances, two snow cats and a REMS Type 1 UTV with snow tracks. Fulltime RSFD personnel includes two Chief Officers, two Captain/Paramedics, one Engineer/Paramedic, two Firefighter Paramedics, three Limited Term Firefighters, and 8 part time Paid Call Firefighters. RSFD also has a Cooperative Agreement with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CalFire) which staffs out of the Running Springs Fire Station 51. The ambulance service boundary includes Running Springs, Smiley Park, Arrowbear, Green Valley Lake, Snow Valley and along State Highway 18 to Lake View Point. The ambulance coverage also includes State Highway 330 to City Creek Ranger Station.

The Position

This recruitment is to fill one current vacancy, as well as establish an eligibility list for up to two years for any future vacancies. The successful candidate will be hired into a full-time benefitted 56-hour week position. Under general direction from the Fire Chief and Battalion Chief, the successful candidate will be tasked with administrative work, commanding and coordinating emergency fire department incidents including, but not limited to: fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials services, technical rescue services, community-wide emergency management issues, fire prevention, public education, public relations, training staff, maintenance of equipment, buildings and grounds and other duties as assigned. The candidate will have the ability to operate any of the apparatus and ancillary vehicles used by RSFD after adequate training.

Desirable Qualifications

The candidate will demonstrate superior leadership skills with the ability to positively influence others. The candidate will possess the ability to work effectively with the Fire Chief, Fire Department personnel, District staff and community members in the course of delivering fire service and EMS to the community. The candidate shall have a strong knowledge of fire service operations and problem solving. Employment on an ambulance during their career is highly desirable. HazMat First Responder-Operational (FRO), Confined Space Operations, LARRO and Rescue Systems I certifications are also desired.

Special Requirements

• Must submit an RSFD employment application and copies of required certifications by the deadline.
• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• CSFM Firefighter I and II certification.
• Current EMT-Paramedic certification at time of appointment, with the ability to obtain and maintain ICEMA Paramedic Accreditation within 30 days of appointment.
• Valid California driver's license with Firefighter endorsement, or Class B or Class A, and proof of insurance. (Must have water tank and air brake endorsement on FF endorsement or Class B license.)
• Must have a minimum of 5 years employment with a Fulltime Fire Department.
• Minimum 1-year fire apparatus driving and pumping experience
• Completed Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A & 1B
• Ability to obtain Certified Fire Apparatus, Driver Operator Wildland Apparatus Certification within 1 year.
• California State Fire Marshal's Office Fire Officer certification or Company Officer certification is required.

Benefits

• Retirement: California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Public Employees Retirement System 2.7% at 57; Classic PERS Members: 3% @ 50.
• Insurance: The Department has a cafeteria-style health benefits program through CalPERS.
• Vacation Leave: 112 per year, increased based on length of service.
• 12 Paid 24 hour Holidays, that can be taken as time off or cashed out each year.
• Sick Leave: 144 Hours accrued per year

Selection Guidelines

All applications received will be reviewed for completeness and job-related qualifications with those possessing the minimum qualifications being invited to participate in the testing process.

Written test on November 5th.

Oral Interviews and Assessment Center anticipated the end of November

Fire Chief's interview: Top candidates will be notified of the exact date and time by invitation.