DESCRIPTION
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Under general supervision, responds to fire alarms and other emergency (or non-emergency) calls involving the suppression, extinguishment, and prevention of fires (structural and wildlands); protects life, property, and environment, including rescue and salvage operations and mitigation of hazardous materials incidents; cleans, maintains and repairs (when possible) fire station property and environment; trains and drills for emergency preparedness; uses computers to log calls, log training data, and communicates with co-workers, supervisors, and the public; and performs other related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
This is a safety classification within the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD). This classification is distinguished from the classification of Firefighter in that the Firefighter Lateral - Paramedic classification requires the successful completion of the ACFD Lateral Firefighter Academy to flexibly promote to the Firefighter classification. It is also distinguished from the lower classifications of Firefighter Recruit - EMT and Firefighter Recruit - Paramedic, as the latter classifications are required to successfully complete the Alameda County Firefighter Recruit Training Program to flexibly promote the Firefighter classification. This classification is further distinguished from the classification of Firefighter Lateral - EMT in that incumbents in this classification are required to maintain a California paramedic license.
Upon successful completion of the training requirements, it is expected that incumbents successfully obtain Alameda County Paramedic accreditation and be promoted to the classification of Firefighter. Incumbents will serve a combined probationary period of fourteen (14) months in the Firefighter Lateral - Paramedic and Firefighter classifications.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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NOTE: The following are typical duties performed by employees in this classification. Employees may perform other related duties listed, however, they may perform all duties listed at an equivalent level.
- Attends the assigned ACFD Lateral Firefighter Academy by participating in classroom training, manipulative exercises, and drills.
- Undergoes classroom training and manipulative exercises and drills to develop an awareness of the functions and responsibilities of an ACFD Firefighter and how they relate to firefighting operations.
- Studies and completes homework assignments.
- Successfully achieve a passing score on all required periodic quizzes and examinations.
- Satisfactorily completes other training as assigned by the ACFD to being promoted to a line Firefighter, such as maintaining the fire station and equipment, and participating in drills and training classes to assure proper state of emergency readiness.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Graduation from high school, possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate, such as the General Educational Development Certificate (State of California), or any higher-level degree from an accredited college or university.
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Experience:
Currently employed as a Firefighter and have the equivalent of two (2) years of professional full-time experience working as a firefighter in a municipal fire agency and/ or fire district.
Substitution:
Two (2) seasons of professional firefighting experience with a seasonal fire agency may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
License:
- Valid California Paramedic License; active and unrestricted by the last day for filing of the application.
- Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
- State Fire Marshall Certification:
The following State Fire Marshall classes are highly desirable:
- Fire Apparatus Driver Operator 1A
- Vehicle Extrication
- Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational
- Fire Control 3
- Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
Special Requirements:
- Ability to successfully pass a thorough background investigation, medical examination (NFPA 1582), and psychological examinations.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Department of Energy security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
- Must be able to successfully obtain Alameda County Paramedic accreditation (EMSA Policy 2000).
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
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NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification.
Knowledge of:
- Basic building construction, fire chemistry, physics, and automotive mechanics.
- Common office practices, including copying, typing, and basic computer operations.
Ability to:
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Deal effectively with the public and co-workers under adverse circumstances requiring presence of mind, sensitivity, interest, and understanding.
- Adapt to changes in work assignments and duties.
- Write clear, concise, and complete reports.
- Perform physical tasks that require coordination, strength, dexterity, and stamina.
- Learn the proper operation and use of department equipment.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools (axes, porta-power, chainsaw, and most common hand tools)• Perform minor maintenance on tools and mechanical equipment.
- Use a computer for preparing reports, records, and correspondence.
- Perform strenuous physical tasks such as carrying equipment up hills, pulling hoses, carrying injured people, raising ladders, and operating a hose line.
- \Conduct tours, fire demonstrations, first-aid demonstrations, and other public relations duties.
- Read blueprints, construction drawings, and maps.
- Draw building layouts to scale.
- Work at various heights and confined areas.
- Use radio communications equipment and speak clearly.
- Remain calm and work effectively in stressful situations.
- Use initiative and independent judgment when necessary.
- Function as a member of a team.
- Use good judgment in emergencies or critical situations.
- Adapt to changing work assignments and duties.
- Climb ladders and fences.
- Reference and utilize training materials (manuals, fire codes, journals, etc.)
- Write legibly.
- Keep accurate records.
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CLASS SPEC HISTORY
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NewSpec 8222.docx
DR:sa 09/20/2022
CSC Date:11/02/2022
DR:saa Revised 6/11/26
CSC Date:7/08/2026
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BENEFITS
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The County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing. These benefits include but are not limited to*:
For your Health & Well-Being
- Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
- Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
- Vision or Vision Reimbursement
- Share the Savings
- Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Allowance Credit
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
- Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
For your Work/Life Balance
- 12 paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accrual
- Vacation purchase program
- Catastrophic Sick Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Guaranteed Ride Home
- Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
- Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
- Child Care Resources
- 1st United Credit Union
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
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