Ambulance Operator

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $235 million. The city provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation and Community Services, and Transportation.

THE POSITION

General Duties:

• Provide basic medical care and transportation to ill and injured persons as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Responds to emergency medical calls and provides basic life support services. Safely operates an emergency vehicle to and from the scene of the emergency. Provides emergency medical care to the ill and injured within the scope of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Obtains and records patient vitals and circumstances of the emergency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Part-time, working approximately 24 hours per week. Will normally be required to work one (1) twenty-four (24) hour shift a week.

Minimum Requirements:

Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

• Within the preceding three (3) years, no terminations from employment and a good driving record, defined as: 1) no at-fault accidents, warrants, records of negligence or recklessness in driving; 2) no more than one (1) moving violation; 3) no arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs that resulted in a criminal conviction; and 4) no administrative suspension or revocation or driver license for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Previous EMT and fire service experience is highly desirable.
• Candidates are required to meet the standards set forth in the Fire Department's Tattoo Policy (Rules and Regulations 205.28).

License and Certificates:

The following license/certificates are required at the time of application:

• Possession of a valid California class "C" driver license.
• California State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.
• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Ambulance Driver Certificate at the time of hire.

***LICENSE AND CERTIFICATES MUST REMAIN VALID THROUGHOUT THE HIRING PROCESS***

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

How to Apply:

The following documents MUST be attached to your online application to receive consideration:

Valid California State EMT certificate.
Valid CPR card.An original K-4 (driving record) issued from the DMV that is no older than 30 days.
***AN ORIGINAL K-4 & REQUIRED CERTIFICATES MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION***

***PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ACCEPT AN ONLINE VERSION OF YOUR K-4 DRIVING RECORD.***

Testing Process:

Suitability for the position will be evaluated by an application review. This evaluation will be qualifying. Those deemed qualified will be invited to the Oral Appraisal Interview. The Oral Appraisal Interview will evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications and will be weighted at 100%.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting does not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

There are no benefits associated with this position other than those required by law.

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• City of Culver City

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