HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2009-140 N.C.S. 09/14/2009Resolution No. 2009-140 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
PLAN BY ESTABLISHING THE REVISED CLASSIFICATIONS OF
FIREFIGHTER AND FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
WHEREAS, the City wishes to keep current its Classification Plan; and amendments and
or revisions to the Classification Plan are effective upon approval by the City Council; and,
WHEREAS, the City Manager/ Personnel Officer has determined that certain duties and
responsibilities are appropriately allocated to the classifications of Firefighter and
Firefighter/Paramedic (attached hereto and marked Attachment A and Attachment B); and,
WHEREAS, the pay range and unit assignment for the classification as listed below, are
hereby recommended, effective with the adoption of this Resolution; and,
Classification Ti#Ic I'a~ Lange Per Month l"-~it Assi nmee~t
Firefighter $5,844.47-$6,136.45-$6,443.03-$6,766.64-$7,104.85 Unit 7 -Fire
Firefighter/Paramedic $6,423.56-$6,744.74-$7,080.52-$7,435.76-$7,808.03 Unit 7 -Fire
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby approve
the amendments to the Classification and Compensation Plan as written in this Resolution
including the amendment in the Competitive Service of the Personnel System.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this action is taken pursuant to Personnel Code
3.04.020 and Personnel Rules and Regulations (Rule IV- Classification and Rule V -
Compensation) and, that the notice of this action has been properly posted.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: [hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by A vrrd s to
the Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 14`~ day of ~r~
September, 2009, by the following vote:
AYES: Vice Mayor Barrett, Glass, Harris, Healy, Rabbitt, Renee, Mayor Torliatt
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: `-~`~~ LX-~
City Clerk
City
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
Date: 09/ 14/2009
I s 5 $ Job Class: 07FIFI
Firefighter
Summary
Respond to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency and non-emergency situations,
and take appropriate action to protect life and property; perform various staff support
assignments in addition to normal emergency response activities.
Class Characteristics
General supervision is provided by the Fire Captain; responsibilities may include the indirect
supervision of support staff.
Essential Duties, Skills, and Demands of the Position
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential
duties, skills, and demands.
Duties:
In a fire emergency, connect supply lines; control and extinguish fires, using various size hand-
lines, deck ladders and portable water monitors; connect foam educators and apply foam and
chemical for fire suppression and control.
Search buildings and rescue victims from building and motor vehicles sometimes using
specialized power and hand tools; use various hand and power tools to obtain entry to
buildings, free trapped accident victims and provide ventilation.
Provide emergency medical care at the basic life support level, including initial patient and
situation assessment, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and trauma emergency medical care.
Prepare patients and assist Firefighter/Paramedics in advanced life support emergency medical
care.
Participate in specialized rescue operations including: aerial, water, underground and confined
space situations, including the use of rigging and shoring.
Contain, control, and decontaminate hazardous materials spills.
Participate in clean-up, salvage, overhaul operations; clean, service, and ensure operational
readiness of fire vehicles, apparatus, hoses and equipment, and assist with the maintenance of
station and facilities.
Participate in various staff support assignments including but not limited to: fire prevention,
inspection, and maintenance of inventory records, scheduled inspection of department
equipment, fire inspections and investigation.
Work with the community in a variety of educational, public relations, and service programs;
may provide CPR training classes as assigned.
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May serve in a higher level classification on a relief basis if certified and/or licensed to do so; .
may direct the work of others, particularly in a medical emergency.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities:
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials
using a computer.
Remain calm, make sound decisions, and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of
the work.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to
palpate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently
is required to walk occasionally require to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift weight in excess of over 150
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The
employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic
or caustic chemicals; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually
loud.
A Firefighter is required to wear appropriate fire fighting and chemical safety apparel and
equipment, including turnout gear, helmet, hood, and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Qualifications
Knowledcte of:
Basic principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention.
Basic principles and practices of emergency medical care at the basic life support level.
Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work; basic computer report production
techniques.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required
knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities
would be:
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Completion of an accredited firefighter academy or possession of a Firefighter I certificate is
required.
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Experience:
Previous firefighting experience in a volunteer or paid capacity is highly desirable.
Certifications/Licenses:
Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License at time of appointment. Completion of a
Class B driver's license within 36 months of hire.
Current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, either through the National Registry
EMT or State of California. Must maintain local certification requirements.
Accreditation in the County of Sonoma as an EMT within three months of date of hire.
Must pass and maintain physical requirements as specified by the City and be able to wear self-
contained breathing apparatus.
Must be willing to work shifts as structured in the Fire Department.
Revised: 09/ 14/2009
Resolution #: 2009-140 N.C.S.
Established: 03/90
Resolution #: 90-147 N.C.S.
Reformatted: 06/30/06
Department: Fire
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
Date: 09/ 14/2009
Job Class: 07FIPA
Firefighter/Pcararnedic
Summary
Respond to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency and non-emergency situations
and take appropriate action to protect life and property; perform various staff support
assignments in addition to normal emergency response activities.
Class Characteristics
General supervision is provided by the Fire Captain; responsibilities may include the indirect
supervision of support staff.
Essential Duties, Skills, and Demands of the Position
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential
duties, skills, and demands.
Duties:
Respond to calls for medical aid, including traffic collisions and rescue situations. Provide pre-
hospital care, including examining patients and monitoring vital signs; establish I.V. lines,
administer medications, insert airway, defibrillate heart and take other basic and advanced first
aid and life support actions; communicate with hospital and or health care professionals in
person or by radio; complete required reports. Restock supplies and maintain ambulances and
other emergency vehicles and equipment in proper working condition.
In a fire emergency, connect supply lines, control and extinguish fires, using various size hand-
lines, deck ladders and portable water monitors; connect foam educators and apply foam and
chemicals for fire suppression and control.
Search buildings and rescue victims from buildings and motor vehicles sometimes using
specialized power and hand tools; use various hand and power tools to obtain entry to
buildings, free trapped accident victims, and provide ventilation.
Participate in specialized rescue operations, including aerial, water, underground and confined
space situations, including the use of rigging and shoring.
Contain, control, and decontaminate hazardous material spills.
Participate in clean-up, salvage, overhaul operations; clean, service, and ensure operational
readiness of fire vehicles, apparatus, hoses and equipment; assist with the maintenance of
stations and facilities.
Participate in various staff support assignments including but not limited to: fire prevention,
inspection, and maintenance of inventory records, scheduled inspection of department
equipment, fire inspection, and investigation.
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Work with the community in a variety of educational, public relations, and service programs;
may provide CPR training classes as assigned.
May serve in higher level classification, on a relief basis if certified and/or licensed to do so; may
direct the work of others, particularly in a medical emergency.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities:
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials
using a computer.
Remain calm, make sound decisions, and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the
work.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to
palpate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently
is required to walk; occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift weight in excess of over 150
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The
employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic
or caustic chemicals; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually
loud.
A Firefighter Paramedic is required to wear appropriate fire fighting and chemical safety
apparel and equipment, including turnout gear, helmet, hood, and self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention.
Basic principles and practices of emergency medical care at the basic and advanced life
support levels.
Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work; basic computer report production
techniques.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required
knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities
would be:
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Education:
Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Completion of an accredited firefighter academy or possession of a Firefighter I certificate is
required.
Experience:
One year of full time paramedic experience or equivalent medical experience is required.
Previous fire fighting experience in a volunteer or paid capacity is highly desirable.
Certificates/Licenses:
Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License at time of appointment. Completion of a
Class B driver's license within 36 months of hire.
Current certification as a paramedic in advanced life support, either through the National
Registry Paramedic or State of California. Must maintain local certification requirements.
Accreditation in the County of Sonoma as an EMT-Paramedic within three months of date of
hire.
Must pass and maintain physical requirements as specified by the City and be able to wear self-
contained breathing apparatus.
Must be willing to work shifts as structured in the fire department.
Revised: 09/ 14/2009
Resolution #: 2009-140 N.C.S.
Established: 03/90
Resolution #: 90-147 N.C.S.
Reformatted: 06/30/06
Department: Fire
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Resolution No. 2009-140 N.C.S. Page 7