EMT (Non-Safety)

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

EMERGENCY MEDICAL
TECHNICIAN (NON-SAFETY)

The Burney Fire Protection District is seeking applicants for the
position of Emergency Medical Technician (Non-Safety). Organizational Values

General Purpose of the Position
We value having pride in the
organization, and the service we
provide.
The District EMT-1 (Non-Safety) personnel are full-time We value where we live and
employees, who support the emergency and non-emergency serve, and the stations and
operations of the District.
equipment we use.
Under the direction of a Supervisor, participate in life safety We value being an organization
activities in protecting life and property; respond to emergencies that is trusted by the community.
and administer basic life support to sick or injured persons We value integrity and honesty
within the scope of Emergency Medical Technician certification; in our members.
operate and maintain ambulances and medical equipment; We value committing to
station maintenance and training activities in support of overall
excellence and reliability in
District objectives and perform related duties responsibilities as
required. everything we do.
We value leadership, teamwork,
EMT-1 personnel may work a fixed schedule or an average 48 to innovation, respect, and
56 hours per week. tolerance.
We value cooperation with our
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB
regional partners.
ANNOUNCEMENT IN IT’S ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN
We value the social good in what
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
we do as an organization and as
individuals.

37072 MAIN STREET, BURNEY, CA 96013 PHONE: (530) 335-2212 WWW.BURNEYFIRE.ORG
BURNEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

About the Fire District

The Burney Fire Protection District is a Self-governed Special

"Responding to the
District established in 1939 under California law with its
primary function to serve the public safety interests. The

public with
Burney Fire District is in northern California in Shasta County.
The District is designed to be an "all Risk" provider of
emergency and non-emergency services which includes fire
protection services, rescue services, emergency medical
professionalism,
services including ambulance transport, hazardous materials pride, and
compassion"
emergency response, and other related services for the
protection of life and property.

The District serves the community living within thirty-five
square miles of Burney. A five-member elected Board/Fire
Chief form of government manages the District. Funding is
provided through property tax and limited fees for service.

The District is a unique combination department comprised of
volunteer/part-time and full-time employees. In addition to the
Fire Chief position, the District includes two part time district
secretaries.

The District has one main station and one satellite station.
Equipment includes three engines, two water tenders, two
ambulances, and several utility and rescue vehicles.

The District is structured around five service divisions:
Fire and Life Safety (Fire Prevention) - provides public fire
and safety education, fire safe inspection services and
code enforcement.
Emergency Services - coordinates and maintains resources
for emergency response.
Training/Education - coordinates and delivers training for
citizens and employees.
Administrative Services - comprised of general
management and administrative support (Fire Chief and
District Secretary).
Support Services - comprised of supply, apparatus
maintenance. Limited paid staffing necessitates cross-
divisional teamwork and coordination by all personnel.

37072 MAIN STREET, BURNEY, CA 96013 PHONE: (530) 335-2212 WWW.BURNEYFIRE.ORG
BURNEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Employment Standards
18 years of age.

High School Diploma or GED.
Professional
Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class "C" Development is
encouraged: “To
Driver’s license with Ambulance Driver Certificate issued
by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Possession and maintenance of a responsible driving continually develop
record.
knowledge, skills,
Maintenance of California EMS Agency required and abilities as a
responder, and seek
Certification or License for the specific position.

Possession and maintenance of a valid BLS Healthcare
Provider Card.
opportunities to
learn the Fire & EMS
trade.”
Successful candidates must qualify in a background
investigation and medical exam prior to selection.

Essential Job Functions
The following are essential job functions but are not all inclusive. EMT-1 (Non-Safety) personnel must
demonstrate the ability to perform the following:

Carry equipment weighing seventy pounds or more.

Lift a patient onto a gurney.

Carry a patient on a gurney.

Load a gurney with a patient into the ambulance.

Drive the ambulance and/or rescue vehicle.

37072 MAIN STREET, BURNEY, CA 96013 PHONE: (530) 335-2212 WWW.BURNEYFIRE.ORG
BURNEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary
Range $56,784.00 - $67,600.00 depending on experience.

Benefit Summary for Certain Full Time
Salaried and Hourly Employees

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement

Deferred Compensation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Vacation/Annual Leave

Bereavement Leave

Application Process
Interested candidates must submit an online District application and supplemental questionnaire.
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until all positions are filled.

After reviewing the applications received, only those candidates whose training and experience best meet
the District’s needs will be invited to participate in the examination process.

The examination process for this position may consist of a written test (qualifying) and a panel interview
(100%).

37072 MAIN STREET, BURNEY, CA 96013 PHONE: (530) 335-2212 WWW.BURNEYFIRE.ORG
BURNEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER