Firefighter

(Information Current as of: March 19, 2009)
THE SELECTION PROCESS

At the request of City management, the Civil Service Commission, at its March 18, 2009 meeting, canceled the recruitment for the position of Fire Recruit, originally scheduled to open March 2, 2009.

At this time, it is unknown when the next recruitment for Fire Recruit will be opened.  Please check our website for updated information as it becomes available.  Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Long Beach.

Requirements to file:

Qualified candidates must satisfy requirements A, B, C, D, and E

  1. valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  2. Eighteen (18) years of age or older
  3. High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalency
  4. A current, valid CPAT certificate (visit CFFJAC for more information regarding this test
  5. A current, valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-I) certificate (with CPR certification), or higher. Applicants may submit a valid certificate of EMT recertification (with proof of CPR certification) if applicable.

Must have ability to:
Read, comprehend, and retain technical training materials; endure strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength; make effective decisions; deal effectively with others; effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Willingness to:
Comply with Long Beach Fire Department’s Policies and Procedures, including grooming standards.

Physical examination to include medical history and physical examination, screening for heart and lung function, blood and urine tests, and supplemental testing as required to determine that the applicant is free of disqualifying medical conditions as described in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 Standard on Medical Requirements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
EMT-II or Paramedic certification; bilingual English/Spanish or English/ Southeast Asian language skills; and college level Fire Science coursework/degree.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Under immediate supervision in a training capacity, develops qualifications for the position of Firefighter; receives academy instruction in Fire Department Policies and Procedures, firefighting, hazardous materials handling, rescue techniques, emergency medical procedures, physical fitness techniques, safety procedures, community relations, operation of firefighting equipment; observes and interacts, under supervision, with Fire Department personnel in the performance of firefighting and medical emergency duties; performs training and/or administrative duties as required.

Please visit the Civil Service Department website for more information.