DESCRIPTION
Pre-posted for viewing beginning Friday, April 26, 2024 through Friday, May 3, 2024.
Applications are available online beginning:
Friday, May 3, 2024 through 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2024.
For more information about the Fire Recruit examination, go to the Fire Recruit Information Sheet
Visit nationaltestingnetwork.com to register and sign up for the FireTeam examination. A fee is required to take the FireTeam examination. Fee waivers are available through the City of Long Beach. Proof of financial need is required. Please click on the link to complete the form: FireTeam Fee Waiver Request. The deadline to submit the request and proof of financial need is May 24, 2024.
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, and operation of firefighting equipment; observes and interacts, under supervision, with Fire Department personnel in the performance of firefighting and medical emergency duties; and performs training and/or administrative duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline, 4:30 p.m. on May 17, 2024:
• A valid driver’s license.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Completion of the FireTeam entry-level, firefighter examination is required. All testing must be completed through National Testing Network (NTN) by May 31, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to visit the website nationaltestingnetwork.com for more information and to schedule a testing date as soon as possible. Applicants are encouraged to complete their testing through NTN before the application filing period.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to read, comprehend, and retain technical training materials;
- Ability to endure strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength;
- Ability to make effective decisions;
- Ability to promote teamwork and effective human relations skills;
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Willingness to comply with Long Beach Fire Department’s Policies and Procedures, including grooming standards.
Valid California State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification and/or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification required at time of conditional job offer (anticipated date of conditional job offer October 2024 for Fire Recruit Academy 2025).
The Long Beach Fire Department will require successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) prior to interviews. Final candidates will be issued a conditional offer of employment and will be required to pass a thorough background investigation and job-related medical and psychological examinations.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Paramedic certification; trade experience in the fields of construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical or related experience; bilingual English/Spanish or English/Southeast Asian language skills; and college level Fire Science coursework/degree are desirable.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application Packet.......................................Qualifying
Math Examination…....…………………..........…Qualifying
Reading Examination...................................Qualifying
Mechanical Aptitude Examination………...Qualifying
Human Relations Video Examination…….Qualifying
For information on testing, compensation, orientation dates and benefits with the Long Beach Fire Department, click on Fire Recruit Information Sheet
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be place on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. The resulting eligible list remain in effect for at least one year. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. F64NN-24 FR:TJ CSC 04/24/2024
