The City of National City Is Now Accepting Applications for Firefighter!
THE CITY:
The City of National City is a full-service, state-governed city serving a vibrant and socioeconomically diverse community. Its diverse population, mild climate, and central location make National City a great place to live, work, play, and do business. The City takes great pride in its rich history, strong bi-national relationships, and deep commitment to its residents, schools, neighborhoods, and thriving business districts.
As San Diego County’s second-oldest city, National City is truly at the center of it all. Located within a dynamic bi-national region of more than five million consumers, the City’s competitive advantage lies in its central location, robust transportation network, and diverse business industry. National City is just minutes from downtown San Diego, local beaches, San Diego International Airport, the U.S.–Mexico border, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities.
National City is served by Interstates 5 and 805, as well as State Route 54, providing convenient access for residents, businesses, and visitors throughout the region and into Mexico. Public transit options are readily available through the San Diego Trolley and the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), which serve National City seven days a week.
For more information on the City please visit our website at: www.nationalcityca.gov.
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THE JOB:
Under general supervision, to respond to fires, emergency medical service (EMS) incidents, fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; perform fire prevention/public education work; participate in station maintenance and training activities; and perform related work as required.
BENEFITS:
For benefit information, please click on the Memorandum of Understanding for the Firefighters' Association: National City Firefighters' Association
NOTE: Lateral or new hires with current Paramedic Certification will be eligible for Paramedic duty after completion of department approved certification process with the City of National City, and be eligible to receive an additional 15% incentive pay to their hourly base salary for as long as they maintain a current EMT-P Certification.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
The City will be accepting applications from applicants who are on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List. Candidates who wish to be considered must meet the minimum qualifications as stated below and be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List as of the closing date of this posting.
Please visit www.FCTConline.org for information on how to be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List, how to register for upcoming Candidate Physical Ability Tests (CPAT) and written tests, information about study materials and grants for testing fees.
UPCOMING WRITTEN TEST:
Wednesday, June 3 -MLK Community Center, National City
Saturday, June 6 - Mt. SAC Heritage Hall Bldg. 744
Friday, June 12 - FCTC San Diego County
Saturday, June 20 -Arcadia Community Center
Friday, June 26 - FCTC San Diego County
Saturday, July 11 - Arcadia Community Center
Thursday, July 16 - Burbank Fire Training Center
Saturday, July 18 - FCTC San Diego County
Tuesday, July 21 -FCTC San Diego County
Saturday, July 25 - Arcadia Community Center
Upcoming CPAT Test/Orientation/Practice:
Friday, May 22 - CPAT Test
Wednesday, June 24 - CPAT Orientation & Practice
Saturday, June 27 - CPAT Test
Wednesday, July 22 - CPAT Orientation & Practice
Friday, July 24 - CPAT Test
You must register with the FCTC in order to take the written test and CPAT. Furthermore, after taking the written test and CPAT, you must register and complete your profile on the FCTC website to be placed on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List.
Training and Experience: Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: graduation from high school or GED equivalent, possession of a valid EMT or Paramedic certification
Knowledge and Skills in: firefighting procedures, techniques, and methods; medical services techniques, rescue, and first aid; apparatus and equipment operations and maintenance; hazardous materials identification and containment; fire prevention/inspection procedures; public relations; information technologies.
Ability to: Learn technical firefighting principles and mechanical techniques; understand and follow oral and written directions, policies, regulations and instructions; participate in a variety of work assignments and to report for duty in an emergency; engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity; work cooperatively with others
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must possess the following to be considered for the position, and must be maintain during their employment:
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Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment with the City.
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Possession of a valid EMT or Paramedic certification (This certification must be with the County of San Diego at time of appointment and it must be maintained throughout employment with the City)
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High school diploma or GED equivalent
HIGHLY DESIRABLES:-
**Possession of a valid California Paramedic License (EMT-P)is highly desirable. **New hires with current Paramedic Certification will be eligible for Paramedic duty after completion of department approved certification process with the City of National City, and be eligible to receive an additional 15% incentive pay to their hourly base salary for as long as they maintain a valid EMT-P Certification.
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Completion of an accredited Firefighter I Fire Academy is highly desirable.
Ability to: Learn technical firefighting principles and mechanical techniques; understand and follow oral and written directions; participate in a variety of work assignments and to report for duty in an emergency; work cooperatively with others; interpret and enforce the codes and ordinances of a modern fire prevention bureau.
A candidate must meet current medical and physical standards to ensure no condition exist that might adversely affect their ability to perform the duties of a National City Firefighter.
