Employment
The Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District invites applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. The Department is in open recruitment until the position(s) are filled.
The ideal candidate is community-service oriented; is an effective team player; takes responsibility for his/her actions; has a sincere concern for the community; is versatile and flexible; has the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people; has high ethical standards; is dedicated to providing a quality service to the citizens he/she serves; and is committed to enhancing the roles of the fire service during emergency and non-emergency situations.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I Academy or equivalent, and obtain a Firefighter I certification within 6 months of employment
- Possess and maintain a Calif. EMT-P license
- Obtain and maintain Inland Counties Emergency Medical Agency EMT-P accreditation within 60 days of employment
- Prior to employment, provide verification of successfully completing CPAT, Biddle or community college physical ability test as approved by the Fire Chief dated within 6 months of application
- Possess and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Possess and maintain CPR/HCP certification
- Possession of a valid California driver's license and obtain a Class B with Firefighter endorsement within one year of employment
- One year of related experience desirable
- Must reside within a 25 minute travel time to Station-281 within 18 months of employment
The Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District is an equal opportunity and ADA employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The work environment is drug, alcohol, and smoke free.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
$50,296 TO $61,877 Annual Salary
Insurance
District paid medical and dental insurance for employee and dependents. Additional benefits available at a cost to the employee including vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, cancer insurance, long term and short term disability, and flexible spending account.
Retirement
3% at 50 through the San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement Association (SBCERA – a reciprocal with PERS). 8% of employee portion paid by the District. The District deposits $50/month into one of four deferred compensation plans.
Click following links to obtain an Employment Application, Firefighter/Paramedic Information Sheet (required with employment application), or telephone either the City of Big Bear Lake, Human Resources Division at 909/866-5831 or the Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District at 909/866-7566.
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