EAST COUNTY FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT

1811 Suncrest Boulevard
El Cajon, CA 92021-4246  
(619) 579-6034    Fax (619) 579-1148
www.eastcountyfire.org

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
For the Position of
Reserve Firefighter

 

 POSITION
 Under general supervision, the Reserve Firefighter will respond to fire alarms, and other emergencies; render emergency medical aid; participate in all departmental activities such as fire prevention, public education programs, training activities, station and equipment maintenance; and perform other job duties as required.

PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

  • Ability to obtain California State Firefighter I and Firefighter II certifications.
  • Acquire entry level requirements for Community College and Paramedic programs.
  • Participation in this program can enhance career opportunities.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Age: Minimum 18 years of age.
Education: High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Licenses: Valid California Drivers License-Class “C”, and eligible to obtain a California Ambulance Drivers License within 6 months of appointment.   All employment opportunities are contingent upon establishing proof of individuals'  possession of a good driving record.
Certifications:
  • Valid California State Emergency Medical Technician 1 (EMT-1) cert.
  • Valid American Red Cross (or) American Heart Association CPR cert.
  • Eligible to obtain a San Diego County EMT-D certification.
Citizenship: All employment opportunities are contingent upon the applicant establishing proof of legal
right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (Although not required at time of application)

Licenses: Valid California Ambulance Drivers License.
Certifications: California State Firefighter 1 certificate and/or California State approved Firefighter 1 Academy graduate.
Education: College level Fire Science courses.
Work Experience: Firefighting experience (Volunteer, student, paid-call, paid, etc).
Residency: Residency in San Diego County is desirable.
 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Applications for Reserve Firefighter may be obtained at the East County Fire Protection District office, 1811 Suncrest Blvd., El Cajon 92021.  Or online at www.eastcountyfire.org
2. Applications must be submitted to the East County Fire Protection District office, 1811 Suncrest Blvd., El Cajon by January 6th, 2006 at 4 p.m. 
3. Application form provided by this District must be completed in full.
4. Review your application thoroughly for accuracy.  (e.g. did you sign and date your application?  Are all areas filled in completely?)
5. Applicants must submit a detailed resume; this should include information on work experience, certifications, community service.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the employment application.
6. Applicant must submit copies of:
(a) - Current EMT-1 and CPR certifications.
(b) - Current California (Class “C”) Drivers License.
(c) - Current California Dept. Of Motor Vehicles driving record, dated no later than three (3) months prior to the application deadline.
7. Applicant must submit two (2) self-addressed, stamped legal size envelope.
 

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Applications will be closely reviewed for relevant education, experience and training.  Applications
must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.
2. Failure to comply with the application procedure may result in immediate disqualification.
 

TESTING PROCESS

1. Applicants will be required to pass all phases of the testing process which may include any combination of the following:
(a) Written and/or physical agility examination
(b) Oral interview
(c) District administered background investigation
2. Examinations and interviews will be evaluated as follows:
 
Written Examination Pass/Fail
Physical Agilities Examination Pass/Fail
Oral Interview 100%
3. Failure on any portion of the testing process will disqualify the candidate from further consideration.
4. Applicant will be notified by mail regarding the time, date and location of the examinations and interview portion of the process.
5. Successful candidates must submit a completed medical physical equivalent to or exceeding DMV standards, prior to their hire date.
6. Those applicants will disabilities needing reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing process must notify the East County Fire Protection District office at least five (5) days in advance of the testing process.

 

QUESTIONS
 Any questions in regards to the application procedure, testing process, or the Reserve Firefighter program, please contact Captain Jack Grogger at 619-579-6034 between 8am to 5pm

The provisions of this bulletin do not in any way constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.