Firefighter/Paramedic (20104589)

What’s the role?
We’re looking for a conscientious and* experienced* fire suppression professional
to take on the role of Firefighter/Paramedic. You will join a cohesive, motivated,
and* positive *team environment, providing emergency fire and medical response including Advanced Life Support (ALS), pre-hospital emergency
medical care, and emergency medical assistance to victims of accidents,
injuries or illnesses within the Mountain View community. As a
Firefighter/Paramedic, you will receive direction from a Fire Captain in the
Suppression Division. If you are looking for a progressive agency serving a Now accepting applications for: diverse and dynamic community, the City of Mountain View is for you! This
recruitment will establish an eligibility list from which current and future
FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC vacancies may be filled. Review our detailed job description here.
(ACADEMY GRADUATE)
$123,887 to $166,753* Annually The Essentials

• with Holiday in Lieu & Career Incentive * Education equivalent to a high school diploma or GED
• Must possess a California State Fire Training Firefighter 1 Certificate

• Must possess and maintain a valid California ALS Paramedic License

• Possession of a valid California Driver License with the ability to obtain

Why Mountain View? a valid driver license approved by the California Department of Motor
Because where you choose to work, Vehicles to operate firefighting vehicles prior to completion of
matters. Because you want to surround probationyourself with passio nate, mission-driven * Normal hearing and vision, or correctable to a normal level and ability
colleagues committ e d to providing

excellent service to the community and to perform the essential functions for the position.
each other. Because yo u want to apply your
talents in a place where words like Bonus Points (highly desirable)**
“wellness,” “empathy ” and “continuous * Associate’s Degree in Fire Technology or relevant major
learning” are not me rely nice sentiments, * Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese or Russian
but are ideals we s trive to achieve in * Military experience
everything we do.

“I love working for the Mountain View Fire
Department. Along with a mazing personnel, there
What You’ll Do
are many opportunities to _grow both professionally
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and personally. MVFD is dedicated to the highest Provide Community Service, such as…
levels of training and safet y. When it comes to fire * Respond to emergency calls What You’ll Do
suppression, EMS, or technical rescue, this * Participate in the control and extinguishment of fires
department is devoted to bringing the necessary * Mitigate the effect of hazardous materials spills and fires

tools and equipment we need to best serve the * Perform lifesaving duties and emergency services

people of Mountain View. * Provide public assistance and education
I joined the MVF D in 2011 after
departing another bay area fire department
_during the recession. Today I am happy and
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_proud to be a member of this Fire Department and
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thankful for the opportunity to represent this
community on and off duty.”

• _Joe Wortham, Firefighter/HazMat

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“Working as a Firefighter for the Mountain View Fire Department w ill give you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a
cutting edge department, while also helping and protecting the wonde rful community that is the City of Mountain View.”
_- Arianna Isolani, Firefighter
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Are we a Match?

• You enjoy being part of a team, working collaboratively, learning from

and about others, and you see value in what everyone brings to the
table.

• You are a problem solver and can help others work through

difficult situations.

• You have effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• You are friendly and approachable – you like people and enjoy

helping them.
CULTURAL IDEALS:
The Perks!

• Empower People * Comprehensive Benefits:
• Foster Collaboration  Generous paid leave and group health coverage: 100% City paid

• Support Continuous Learning single coverage medical options, single coverage dental, EAP,
• and life insurance of 5x annual salary up to $600,000. Significant Enhance Our Community City contributions to dependent coverage medical and dental.
• Champion Wellness  CalPERS retirement (3.0% at 50 formula for classic members; 2.7%
• Lead with Empathy at 57 for new members); employees contribute 17.366% for classic
• members/13.616% for new members to CalPERS with no Social Embrace Change & Security deduction.

_Innovation
 _
Lifetime Retiree Medical coverage: City contribution to
employee and dependent coverage at the same contribution
rate for employees and retirees with 5 year vesting.
Apply Now!
Submit your application, resume, and * Support for Continuous Learning & Development:
license(s)/certificate(s) online at  Up to $2,000 in tuition reimbursement for education
calopps.org or to the Human Resources advancement annually, with a one-time opportunity for up to
Department; City of Mountain View, 500 $20,000 for the completion of a work-related Bachelor’s or
Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, Master’s degree.
(650) 903-6309. Online applications
preferred. This recruitment will close at* 5:00 * Wellness and Engagement Culture: *
p.m. PST on Monday, May 3, 2021.  Incentive pay for participating in the City’s wellness program.
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Up to $100/month City contribution for mass transit expenses, with
$10/month minimum employee contribution and bicycle
commute incentive.
Please include the following with your
application:  Ongoing commitment to robust internal communication and
feedback.

• CA State Fire Training Firefighter 1 * And More:

Certificate  Holiday-in-Lieu pay of 5.5% for employees on a 48/96 schedule.

• California ALS Paramedic License  Bilingual pay of up to $2,400/year for approved and certified

employees (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese and Russian).

Specialized training and career growth assignments, such as Haz
Mat and Tiller Operator.

Employee Homebuyer Program.

Employee appreciation days and activities.

Fine Print. Depending on the number of applications, the above process may be altered.* Candidates on the eligibility list must successfully pass a pre-employment History Questionnaire (PHQ),*
medical exam, psychological screening, polygraph exam, and an extensive background investigation, including a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check, prior to employment. A
conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. Candidates with a disability
who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need
for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or
implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Location: 1000 Villa Street Mountain View,94041, Mountain View, CA 94041

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $123,887.00 – $166,753.00 per year