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Service - Teamwork - Operational Readiness - Professionalism

Under general supervision, Seasonal Paramedics respond to emergency medical and other calls and take appropriate action in the protection of life and property. They assume responsibility for patient care at the scene of a medical emergency; operate and maintain vehicles, apparatus, equipment and stations; and perform other related duties as assigned. 

Seasonal Paramedics work under supervision of the Battalion Chief and EMS Specialist for a prescribed training and orientation period. General supervision may be provided by other management personnel of the Fire Department. Technical supervision and direction for Paramedic duties comes from the Medical Director, Base Hospital and County protocols. Seasonal Paramedics differ from Firefighter Paramedic employees in that the latter works in fire line operations.

There are temporary positions, primarily assigned to the Stinson Beach area, for staffing during seasonal tourism and visitation to our Coast and National Parks (6 months). Shift schedules can be flexible, but typically range from 10-24 hours a day with potential of being held on duty if the need arises.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate: We are looking for Seasonal Paramedic professionals with a passion for working together as a team and serving the community. Ideal candidates will be able to make sound independent paramedic decisions. This includes the ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations; analyze emergency conditions; and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action. They will also be able to write comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records; use computers to perform data entry; perform basic mathematical calculations; read and interpret complex technical documents such as maps, diagrams, and textbooks; as well as teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations and activities. We look for Seasonal Paramedics who can follow both verbal and written instructions, engage effectively with the public, and work harmoniously with our team. In addition, the ideal candidate has a valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 

• State and local emergency medical technician paramedic procedures and treatment approaches.
• Medical terminology.
• Basic operation and mechanics of emergency medical response equipment.
• Effective teamwork techniques.

Ability to: 

• Make sound independent paramedic decisions.
• Perform basic and advanced life support procedures.
• React quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
• Analyze emergency conditions and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
• Write comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records.
• Use computers to perform data entry and related functions.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Read and interpret complex technical documents such as maps, diagrams, and textbooks.
• Teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations and activities.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Deal effectively with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work harmoniously with co-workers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• In accordance with State legal requirements, applicant must be at least 18 years old by the application filing deadline.
• High school graduation (or equivalent GED).

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification which must be maintained throughout employment with the County.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certificate issued by a training center approved by the California EMS Authority. Healthcare Provider cards issued by the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross meet the CPR requirement and must be maintained throughout employment with the County.
• Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) license issued by the State of California, upon appointment. In addition, must possess the ability to secure Marin County EMS accreditation to practice, upon appointment. License must be maintained throughout employment with the County.
• A current valid California Driver's Class C (Basic) License. Applicants are required to furnish a recent DMV driving record at time of interview.

Highly Desired Certificates & Licenses

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification.

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. For more information about this position, please contact Alex Gibbons at alex.gibbons@marincounty.gov or by phone at (415) 473-2921.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.  The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies which may occur while the list remains active.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:  If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Linda Kline at linda.kline@marincounty.gov.