District Paid Employee Benefits:
• California Public Employee’s Retirement System (Cal PERS) 3% at 55 years of age retirement plan.
• Paid Fair Labor Standards Act overtime.
• 100% District paid Health Savings Account. Blue Cross
• !00% District paid Dental Plan. Standard Insurance Co. Includes orthodontia per eligible patient.
• !00% District paid Vision plan. VSP Plan C $10 Deductible, once every 12 months Examination, Lenses and Frames.
• District paid Life insurance for employee and dependent. Blue Cross.
• Vacation leave accrued by years of service and combined with holiday time off. After one year 240 hrs.
• Sick leave is accrued at 24 hours per month; maximum of 2000 hours may be accrued.
• District shift schedule is 48 hours on 96 hours off.
• Employee uniform allowance is $500.00 per year.
Optional Benefits available to and paid by the employee: (A 457 plan) Nationwide Retirement Solutions Deferred Compensation Program, or T.D.S.
Program. AFLAC supplemental insurance.
The Communities: The Northshore Fire Protection District takes in the whole Highway 20 corridor within Lake County. The north shore communities
that we protect are from east to west Spring Valley, Clearlake Oaks, Glenhaven, Paradise Cove, Kono Tayee, Lucerne, Nice, Upper Lake and Blue
Lakes. Most of these communities are right on Clear Lake or Blue Lakes, both great places to fish. Clear Lake has been rated number two in the world
for its Bass fishing. And Blue Lake has great trout fishing; don’t forget about Lake Pillsbury, Indian Valley reservoir. We have Indian Gaming at The
Robinson Rancheria located between Nice and Upper Lake. If you’re looking for a place with clean air, little traffic congestion and a wonderful quality
of life in which to relocate, the north shore of Clear Lake is the place for you. www.lakecounty.com
District Information: The Population of the areas we serve is about 12,000+. The District consists of four manned stations and three sub-stations. The
district covers 350 square miles. Presently there are thirteen full time positions, several part-time employees and about forty five volunteers. The
district responds to about 2700 911 calls per year.
Summary: This position description is broadly written and shall be interpreted to include, rather than exclude, duties and responsibilities that are
reasonable similar to those written herein. This person will function as an integral member of a team of firefighters and paramedics to accomplish a
series of tasks associated with the position and will be supervised by higher classified personnel.
Distinguishing Characteristics: With the entry level and lateral position with the District, personnel in all classifications are expected to perform at
high level of competency in all emergency and non-emergency activities. This includes, but is not limited to firefighting, fire apparatus operation and
emergency medical responses. Personnel in this classification are expected to acquire requisite skills and knowledge of the District’s operations,
policies and apparatus while performing their job duties satisfactorily.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1.The knowledge and skills necessary to safely perform the tasks required of entry level and lateral firefighters. 2. Respond
to rescue and medical aid calls, provide emergency medical care and transport patients to the hospital. 3. Performs daily maintenance of station, living
quarters, fire rescue and emergency medical apparatus and equipment. 4. As needed, serves as an apparatus or a nozzle operator in firefighting
situations, including pulling working lines; holding the nozzle to direct the stream of water on the fire; and, raising, lowering and climbing ladders. 5.
Assists in ventilation, overhaul and salvage operations. 6. Operates and maintains a variety of tools and equipment related to fire suppression and
rescue activities. 7. Clean and test fire hoses and fire hydrants. 8. Participates in fire drills and training exercises. 9. Establishes and maintains a
cooperative working relationship with fellow employees and those contacted during the course of work. 10. Communicate clearly and concisely both
orally and in writing. 11. Deal effectively and courteously with the general public. 12. Understand and carry out oral written directions and
communications. 13. Know and understand all aspects of the job and the District’s operations, observing and following safety rules and practices,
especially within responding to emergency life support and fire suppression situations and incidents.
Qualification Guidelines: To be considered as a Firefighter/Paramedic candidate an applicant must have:
Education: The employee shall be a high school graduate or have an equivalency diploma.
Licenses & Certifications: The employee shall possess a California Paramedic License and accreditation as a Paramedic by North coast EMS prior to
starting date and possession of a Firefighter I Certificate. An entry level applicant will also be required to have a California Class B Firefighter Driver’s
license within three (3) months of employment.
Required Examination: Candidates that successfully pass the Oral Board interview will participate in an assessment center and may be required to take
and pass a written exam which may include firefighter I and Paramedic level questions.
Required CPAT Card: A valid CPAT card is required by the Chief’s Interview. (For information on how to obtain a valid CPAT card visit: www.
cpatonline.org )
Physical Abilities: The position requires a great degree of physical strength, stamina, and flexibility to perform tasks. Applicant shall possess adequate
strength, endurance, and body flexibility to perform the required duties.
Personal Characteristics: The position involves relatively frequent changes in work priorities, difficult public relations, interruptions beyond the
employee’s control, meeting work deadlines, and/or related mental demands. The position also requires the ability to effectively handle interpersonal
conflicts and to be consistent when dealing with fellow employees and the public under stressful conditions.
Medical Examination: A medical examination and drug screening is required of all appointees.
Background Testing: Background testing will be conducted the top candidates.
Probationary Period: Employees serve a twelve (12) month probationary period.
Application and Resume Deadline: Final Filing Date: Open until positions are filled. (Faxed applications will not be accepted)
Applications and resumes must be filled out completely.
Applications available by calling 707-274-3100.
| Employment Opportunity Firefighter/Paramedic Lateral Candidates encouraged to apply Application and Resume Deadline: Open until four (4) positions are filled. Classification: Firefighter/Paramedic Salary starting at: $38,118.00 annually |
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