Applicants who are considered most qualified will be invited to participate in an assessment center consisting of a Mega Code and interview.
Assessment and Interview Dates
- Confirmed Mega Code & Interview dates : Friday, November 7, 2025.
- Qualified applicants will be contacted by Monday, October 31, 2025, to schedule their Mega Code & Interview.
- Final Interview : Candidates that successfully complete the Mega Code & Interview will be invited to a final interview tentatively scheduled on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Important Information Related to the Mega Code
The 2025-2026 County of San Diego EMS protocols will be used during the Appraisal Interview and Paramedic Skills Assessment. For reference, access to the County of San Diego protocols is available via the Emergency Medical Services Treatment Protocols / Policies section.
This recruitment is open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Responsibilities
Under supervision, respond to fire, medical, rescues and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; to render aid and lifesaving assistance; to participate in fire prevention and training activities; and to perform related work as required.
Represent the working level firefighting crewmember.Incumbents generally operate hose at a fire scene, but may perform other duties upon order of the incident commander.The majority of the shift is spent in training for hazardous situations.Incumbents are called upon to work in potentially hazardous conditions when at the scene of an emergency.Upon approval of the Fire Chief, incumbents meeting the requirements for Fire Engineer may be required to perform the duties of Fire Engineer when the level of manpower so requires.Perform ancillary duties involving the administration of the fire department; these collateral duties may be in areas of fire prevention, public education, inspection, inventory, apparatus maintenance, training or other aspects of the fire suppression / prevention programs.Will render advanced life support under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.Must use considerable initiative in the rescue and medical examination of victims, but must also operate within the strict constraints of established guidelines and instructions of medical personnel.Must maintain knowledge of the laws, ordinances and codes governing Paramedics practices.Diagnostic signs and treatments for injury and illness as described in the State and County Scope of Practice Guidelines; medical supplies, pharmaceuticals and common prescription drugs.All positions in this class are designated as Firefighter / Paramedics.Peripheral Duties
Respond to emergencies.Perform fire control activities and utilize strategies in the areas of victim rescue, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishment; fight structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle and wild land fires.Inspect and maintain nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lighting equipment, generators, rescue and first aid and related equipment, assist Fire Engineer inspect, clean, and maintain fire apparatus.Operate fuel oil pumps, building heating and cooling systems, cutting boring and sawing tools, lighting, lifting, and air moving equipment, various types of extinguishers, appliances, elevators, fire protection and escape systems, radio equipment and meters.Use a variety of tools, ropes, knots, ladders, life lines, belts and couplings; reels, unreels and carry hoses.Connect nozzles and valve fittings; extend and reduce hose lines; lay single and multiple hose lines; lay hoses and operate hose streams above and below street level; rise, climb and work with extension ladder to make forcible entries.Receive and transmit alarms; control traffic; provide emergency care and treatment of fire and accident victims; lift, carry and transports victims; administer basic life support to victims of accidents and fires; render advanced life support as a Paramedic, examining victims, communicating vital medical data to medical personnel and administering medical treatment in accordance with established guidelines and the specific instruction of hospital medical personnel; assist the public in a wide variety of emergency calls involving illness and urgent situations.Conduct fire drills and demonstrate fire equipment; write fire alarm reports; interpret federal, state, local and department rules and regulations.Assist in the maintenance of the fire station and grounds.Perform a variety of collateral administrative work involving fire prevention and suppression programs.Engage in public information activities.Maintain inventories.Recommend purchase of fire fighting equipment, physical fitness apparatus and station appliances.Maintain physical fitness.Conduct fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies and commercial, industrial and government buildings.Identify common, special, structural and panic hazards; interpret fire and building codes; issue orders to comply with such codes; inspect and tests fire protection systems; examine the storage, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials; make recommendations regarding the correction of hazards; assist in the prevention of fires.Responds to complaints and requests for information from the public.Operate City vehicles; and performs other related work as required.Knowledge of
Basic mathematics and mechanical relationships; simple record keeping methods; proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in fire fighting general principles of fire suppression and prevention; basic Life Support techniques and equipment; appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to
Read, understand and apply technical fire fighting materials and concepts; respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures; perform routine administrative functions. Perform Advanced Life Support functions; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education & Experience
Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position, or experience at or equivalent to the level of Probationary Firefighter in the City of Imperial Beach, from which the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed above.
Licensing & Certificates
Must have a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) Certificate dated within six (6) months of application for the position.Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License for fire apparatus within one (1) year of employment.Possession of a California State Firefighter 1 certificate is required within one (1) year of employment.Possession of a State Paramedic card with San Diego County Accreditation is required as a condition of employment.Attach your CPAT and Paramedic License at time of application or email it to hr@imperialbeachca.gov.
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