Fire Paramedic

This is an Open-Competitive recruitment. This position is open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Only online applications will be accepted for this position. Applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates whose background and experience best meet our requirements will be invited to the selection process.

• Salary Effective July 1, 2025 - $9,856 to $11,675.01 per month
• Paramedic Incentive - $776.36 per month
• $10,000 Bonus Payment for signing Volunteering Binding Arbitration Agreement
• CalPERS 3% @ 55 (Classic); 2.7% @ 57 (PEPRA)
• Vacation - Up to 12 days per year
• Sick Leave - 12 hours per month
• Medical Health Insurance - $1,800 Monthly
• Dental, Optical, and Life Insurance - Up to $184.25
• Life Insurance - $50,000
• Retiree Medical Benefits after 5 years with City of El Segundo
• Longevity: 6 years ($500/month), 13 years ($700/month), 20 years ($900/month)

Component

Weight

Skills Test (08/06/2025; TENATIVE - 02/05/2026)
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Skills Test in order to continue in the examination process.

Pass/Fail

Structured Technical Interview (08/06/2025; TENATIVE - 02/05/2026)
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Structured Technical interview.

100%

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Responds to fire calls and participates in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; operates various firefighting/control equipment such as pumps, hoses, ladders, and extinguishers; lays hose lines and directs water streams onto fires;
• Provides emergency medical aid to individuals in need of such care; depending on qualifications, provides care consistent with standards and permitted procedures established for emergency medical treatment;
• Inspects, cleans, services, drives and operates various firefighting equipment and apparatus; performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment as necessary; assists in maintaining clean and orderly conditions in and about the fire station;
• Attends and participates in special drills and other training activities;
• Conducts inspections of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention and target hazard identification and review;
• May participate in special projects, develop and/or conduct training, and perform work assignments while serving on various committees; responds as required when calling in from off-duty;
• Responds to and may direct others at medical emergencies; treats and transports patients; administers lifesaving/support techniques and systems; communicates with medical personnel regarding patient and/or procedural status; prepares related reports; inspects and maintains specialized equipment and supplies related to paramedic activity;
• Regularly and predictably attends work; and
• Performs related Fire Paramedic duties as assigned.

• Basic and advanced emergency medical care practices;
• Safe emergency vehicle driving and operating practices;
• Los Angeles County and State of California laws, ordinances, treatment guidelines, policies and procedures relating to prehospital care and transportation of the sick and injured;
• Basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices; and
• Principles and practices of public education and customer relations.

• Learning and applying firefighting principles and techniques;
• Thinking and acting quickly and efficiently in emergency situations;
• Understanding and applying mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression;
• Safely operate department tools and medical equipment;
• Performing physically demanding work for potentially extended periods of time under difficult, dangerous and stressful situations;
• Maintaining confidentiality of medical and other privileged information;
• Maintaining Paramedic licensure and continuing education in compliance with State and local regulations;
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Regularly and predictably attending work;
• Following directions from a supervisor;
• Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;
• Accepting constructive criticism; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public.

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

• Must possess a current EMT-P Paramedic license with the State of California AND Basic Life Support (CPR) for the Healthcare Provider at the time of application.
• Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Possession of a State Firefighter I certificate is desirable
• Successful completion of a California State Fire Marshal Certified Academy is desirable
• Must obtain Los Angeles County Paramedic accreditation within three (3) months of appointment.