Firefighter-Paramedic (Lateral)

Salary : $102,648.00 - $131,040.00 Annually
Location : Pleasanton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Job Number: 202500013
Department: Livermore-Pleasanton Fire
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: IAFF

Firefighter-Paramedics receive an additional 10% pay premium in recognition of their Paramedic license.
The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department is seeking experienced Lateral Firefighter-Paramedics to join our team. In this role, you will respond to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, and other calls to protect life, property, and the environment. If you're a dedicated professional looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.
One of the key benefits of joining as a lateral firefighter is an accelerated path through the ranks. Lateral hires enjoy a shortened fire academy (8-10 weeks) and a reduced probationary period of just 12 months. Plus, they benefit from expedited time-in-grade requirements for promotion-only 24 months with LPFD is needed, along with the following experience:

• Fire Engineer: 3 years in Fire Suppression (including 24 months at LPFD)
• Fire Captain: 5 years in Fire Suppression (including 24 months at LPFD)

This streamlined advancement opportunity allows experienced firefighters to quickly integrate, grow, and lead within our department.
The Fire Chief may approve a starting salary above the minimum, based on prior experience and qualifications.

For more information about the position, please refer to the job description at the following link: Firefighter-Paramedic.

To be considered a Lateral, applicants must:
1) Meet the minimum work experience and professional requirements listed in the Firefighter-Paramedic job description.
2) Possess Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certifications.
Typical Duties

• Responds to and performs skilled tasks at the scenes of emergency calls including: fire, medical emergencies, rescues, hazards identification, hazardous materials identification and spills, public assistance and service.
• Safely drives and operates vehicles, apparatus and equipment.
• Teaches fire safety, CPR, CERT and other classes and participates in public education demonstrations and activities.
• Performs emergency medical procedures as a paramedic.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.Dequivalent, or high school proficiency certificate.

Age: At least 18 years of age at date of final filing of application.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certifications.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License, or a valid Class A or B Commercial California Driver's License, and a valid Medical Examiner's Card must be maintained.
• Possession of a valid California DMV Firefighter Endorsement.
• National Registry EMT-P Certification or California Paramedic License with current and continuous certifications.
• All certifications must remain current and not expire during employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Fire department operations, such as rescue, firefighting, medical assistance, radio communications, Incident Command System (ICS), fire protection equipment and systems, fire behavior, hazardous materials, and water systems.
• Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards.
• Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Emergency medical procedures and techniques at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level as prescribed in Title 22-California Code of Regulations.
• Standards as defined by the State of California Firefighter I curriculum.
• Local geographical response factors.
• Basic mathematics, chemistry, and physics of fire behavior and hazardous materials.
• Safety practices and procedures.
• Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports, and correspondence.

Ability to:

• React quickly and calmly to fight fires and perform emergency medical techniques and procedures.
• Perform rescues.
• Operate, maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and communication systems.
• Clean and maintain fire station and grounds.
• Conduct fire inspections (Annual Fire Company Inspection Program).
• Teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations and activities.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Write comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records.
• Relate effectively to those contacted in the course of work.
• Learn local conditions, locations, and regulations.
• Operate computers and use required software.

Recruitment Process

Application: To be considered for this position, please submit your application through our online application process at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov. Click on "Job Opportunities".

SELECTION PLAN
Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the need of the Agency:
TENTATIVE SELECTION PLANDeadline to Filing:
Friday, May 9, 2025
Review of Minimum Qualifications:
Week of May 12, 2025
Interview:
Tentatively the Week of June 2, 2025
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN

• Paramedic Pay - 10% of Base Salary
  
• 7.5% pay in lieu of all holidays
  
• PERS Retirement
  
• Choice of One of Four Comprehensive Health Plans (Available only in specific geographic areas of Northern California)
  
• Dental Plan
  
• Life Insurance Coverage of $50,000
  
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
  
• Vacation accrual of 12 hours per month to a max of 24 hours per month after 16 years
  
• Sick Leave accrued at 11.2 hours per month
  
• Uniform maintenance allowance of $650/yr

• Bilingual Pay - $45 per pay period

• Educational Incentive Pay:
  • $50/month 60 or more accredited college semester units-at least twenty-four (24) units must be in Fire Science
  • $100/month AA/AS Degree in Fire Science
  • $150/month BA/BS Degree
  • $175/month Masters/PhD

01

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License with a Firefighter Endorsement?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School Graduate
• High School/GED equivalent
• Some College
• Technical College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

03

Do you possess a California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a National Registry EMT-P Certification or California Paramedic License?

• Yes
• No

05

Which of the following certificates do you have? (Check all that apply)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Pediatric Educationfor Prehospital Professionals
• Basic Trauma LifeSupport
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support
• International Trauma Life Support

06

Do you possess a CPAT card? Note: A CPAT card is required by the time of appointment.

• Yes
• No

07

I understand that incomplete applications will not be considered for this recruitment. A complete application must include: 1) Completed application2) Completed supplemental questionnaire3) Current Paramedic card (plus any certifications) attached4) CPAT card attached (if in possession. Otherwise, by time of appointment)

• Yes
• No

08

Are you related to anyone that works for the City of Pleasanton?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered "Yes" that you are related to someone who works for the City of Pleasanton - please provide the following information: The name of the individual (first and last). The department your relations work for. If you answered, "No", enter N/A into the dialogue box.
Required Question