Firefighter/Paramedic - Entry Level

Salary rates above include trainee rate, non-shift rates, longevity, and 2% premium for ladder truck and boat operator which employees are not eligible to receive until a date specified by the collective bargaining agreement or assigned by the Fire Chief. Additionally, the salary range listed above also includes salary for a paramedic with over 10 years employment with the City.

Under direction of a unit supervisor, responds to emergency medical calls; uses specialized medical protocols, equipment and supplies to provide on-scene medical intervention to preserve life until patient is transported and transferred to medical facilities and physician care. Responds to emergency fire and first aid calls; uses specialized equipment and tools to save lives, protect property, suppress and extinguish fires and perform emergency first aid and rescue operations; maintains continual availability and readiness of facilities, apparatus, equipment, and supplies; performs non-emergency services including inspections, investigations, equipment testing, recordkeeping and other standard fire station routines; maintains and upgrades personal skills and knowledge through internal and external instruction and training programs.

(Note – This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)

Emergency Call Response: Activates emergency medical and fire communications, equipment, apparatus, and emergency call response procedures and protocols upon receipt of a call at a fire station. Participates in mutual aid situations during major emergencies in conformance with applicable procedures.

Drives emergency vehicles, ambulances, apparatus and boats; operates emergency communications devices during call response operations. Transports individuals in medical emergency distress to medical facilities.

Operates, uses and applies emergency medical protocols; suppression; medical first aid and rescue work equipment; supplies and materials including inter-venus needles, blood pressure cuffs, bandages, etc.; heavy water hoses and hydrants; pumps, ladders, ropes, breathing apparatus; extrication devices such as the jaws-of-life, floatation devices, hazardous materials containers, foams, wire cutters, hammers, pliers, oxygen tanks, etc. Performs salvage operations, seeps water and removes debris, spreads salvage covers, etc.

Writes and prepares detailed reports and takes follow-up actions as appropriate on emergency calls.

Non-Emergency Operations: Tests, replenishes, cleans and restores equipment and supplies to immediate readiness status upon return from emergency calls.

Maintains record of activities; informs appropriate individuals of needed repairs, supplies, etc.

Prepares pre-fire plans, information and drawings to serve specific locations within call areas.

Maintains records and information on maps, streets, pre-incident survey data, activity counts, inspections, permits, code compliance, hazardous materials, hydrant and water system reliability, evidence, etc.

Performs fire and complaint investigations, inspections and code enforcement work. Participates in fire prevention, disaster preparedness, community and general department activities. Performs community service activity such as school fire drills, public education programs, etc.

Performs routine maintenance work on facilities, apparatus and equipment. Participates in drills and instructional programs concerning station operations and changes. Maintains required certifications/recertification. Participates in hospital base station meetings involving operations, training and protocols. Participates in departmental meetings involving department operations.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to: Entry Level - graduation from high school or equivalent, possession of nationally registered paramedic certification.

A valid Washington State driver's license is required and must be obtained prior to date of appointment, or another date set by the city. Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention training, achievement of State of Washington certification and continued maintenance is required. Successful achievement of a nationally registered paramedic is required for entry to the examination process.
Certification as a State of Washington Emergency Medical Service Paramedic and its continued maintenance is required prior to date of appointment.

To apply for this position all applicants must test through www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.

This agency will administer the written and CPAT tests. The names of all applicants passing the written and CPAT tests will be forwarded to the Civil Service Officer. In order to be invited to the Oral Examinations candidates must pass the CPAT and written tests, and then complete a City of Bremerton Application and attach a personal résumé, CPAT certification, and paramedic certification.

Placement on the hiring list is determined by weighted examination scores as follows:

Written Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 40%
CPAT - Pass/Fail
Oral Board Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 60%

An applicant must achieve a total score of seventy percent (70%) or more on each portion of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible register.

Application materials required after passing the Written and CPAT Examinations: City application, personal résumé, State of Washington Emergency Medical Service Paramedic or National Registry, and CPAT Certification (obtained within the last two years) are required.

Incomplete application packets will not be considered. The City of Bremerton is NOT responsible for errors of any kind with faxed or e-mailed application packets. Original signature is required on paper application forms. It is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training.

Applicants can apply on-line at http://www.ci.bremerton.wa.us/169/Current-Jobs, or application packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Cobweb, or by calling (360) 473-2320.

Employee Preference: Regular City employees applying for and passing an Open Examination will have seven-point five (7.5) percent of their PASSING score added to establish their final score.

Layoff Preference: Qualified applicants who have been laid off or have received notice of layoff from a position outside of the City of Bremerton within twelve (12) months of the date of this announcement, will have five (5) percent of the PASSING score added to their examination score to establish their final score for the eligibility register.

Veteran's Preference: Veterans, who have passed an examination, shall be entitled to preference pursuant to Chapter 41.04 RCW.

Any applicant who wishes to appeal any part of an examination shall file an appeal in writing with the Civil Service Officer within five (5) working days (Civil Service Rule 9.23A) following administration of the examination.

APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR HIRE MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, PSYCHOLOGY EVALUATION, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND SUBMIT A CURRENT DRIVER'S ABSTRACT.

LEGAL and REGULATORY EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: The classification qualifies for exemption from coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime provisions.

REPRESENTATION: The classification is included in the bargaining unit pursuant to the Recognition Article of the current labor agreement between the City of Bremerton and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 437.

CIVIL SERVICE: The classification is included in the Civil Service System.

APPOINTMENT AUTHORITY: The position is filled by appointment of the Fire Chief in conformance with rules of the Civil Service Commission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the City of Bremerton to offer equal employment opportunity to all individuals. The City of Bremerton will administer all actions with respect to employment practices in compliance with federal, state and local laws, and will not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age (40+), sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, marital status, military status, or the presence of any physical, mental or sensory disability.

ADA Statement
The City of Bremerton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in programs and activities, which it operates pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and ADA Amendments Act. This policy extends to both employment and admission to participation in the programs, services and activities of the City of Bremerton. Reasonable accommodation for employees or applicants for employment will be provided.

The City of Bremerton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.