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Home My WebLink About1995-12-19; City Council; 13444; CLASSIFICATION CHANGES IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENTAB # /<.&d TITLE: MTG. 12-19-95 CLASSIFICATION CHANGES IN THE DEPT, FIRE/HR FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPT CITY CITY a b u > 0 y a”. $2, ‘ I* z 0 I- 0 - a g z 2 0 o/ ./ 7 CIT~F CARLSBAD - AGEN~BILL RECOMMENDED ACTION: yS-357 Adopt Resolution No/_ reclassifying two incumbents from Firefighter/Paramedic to Paramedic/Firefighter, deleting the Firefighter/Paramedic classification, revising the ParamedidFirefighter job specificiation and amending the Fire Department Salary Schedule. ITEM EXPLANATION: In the early years of the paramedic program, the Fire Department put firefighters through a paramedic certification program instead of hiring paramedics from the outside. Those who completed the training became FirefighteVParamedics, with the option of returning to the Firefighter classification when their certification expired after 2 years. To encourage participation in the program, a schedule of progressive salary incentives was given upon completion of the certification program. In 1985, interest in the paramedic training program dwindled and the need for paramedic services increased. A new classification of ParamedicJFirefighter was established to enable the department to hire paramedics from the outside and crosstrain them as firefighters, givin the department the flexibility to use them in a dual role as needed. This new classification included a mandatory paramedic certification standard which was not required of the Firefighter/Paramedics, otherwise, the job duties and responsibilities were identical. Therefore, the salary range was set at 15% above the Firefighter salary, equivalent to what t Firefighter/Paramedics were earning with their salary incentives. Over time, however, salary adjustments created an unintended discrepancy between the ParamedidFirefighter and the Firefighter/Paramedic compensation levels. In order to eliminate this discrepancy, it is recommended that the two employees currently remaining ir the Firefighter/Paramedic classification be reclassified to the position of ParamedidFire- fighter, and the Firefighter/Paramedic classification be eliminated. The increased salary an( benefit cost for the reclassifications is approximately $450 per year for each position. Staff also reviewed the ParamedicYFirefighter description and recommends approval of the attached revised job specification (Attachment A). FISCAL IMPACT: The annual salary for Paramedic/Firefighter is $38,116 - $46,306. The estimated annual cost of the reclassifications is $900. The increased cost for these classifications will be fun1 within the current budget allocation. EXHIBIT: Resolution No. 993557 P 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 a RESOLUTION NO. 95-359 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, RECLASSIFYING TWO FIGHTER, DELETING FIREFIGHTERIPARAMEDIC AND REVISING PARAMEDICIFIREFIGHTER CLASSIFICATIONS, AND AMENDING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SALARY SCHEDULE. FIREFIGHTERIPARAMEDICS TO PARAMEDICIFIRE- WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs, that is desirable and necessary to reclassify two Firefighter/Paramedics to Paramedic/F fighter in the Fire Department: and, WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs, that FirefighterIParamedic be deleted and the ParamediclFirefighter job specification be revised (Attachment A); and, WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs, that Fire Department Salary Schedule (Attachment B) be amended; and, WHEREAS, the City and the Carlsbad Firefighters' Association have met and conferred on the impacts of this recommendation on represented employees. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows: 1. 2. That the above recitations are true and correct. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to recl; two incumbents from FirefighterIParamedic to ParamedidFirefighter, delete the I// 111 lii //I 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 0 0 FirefightedParamedic classification, revise the ParamedidFirefighter job specification as shown in Attachment A and amend the Fire Department Salary Schedule as shown in Attachment B, attached hereto and made a part thereof. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Carlsbad City Council held on the 19th day of DECEMBER , 1995, by the following vote, wit: AYES: Council Members Lewis, Kulchin, Finnila, Hall NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Nygaa CLAUDE A. LEWIS, Mayor A7TEST: 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 KAREN R. KUNDTZ, Assistant City Clerk (SEAL) 0 e Attachment A Resolution No. 9s -35 9 CITY OF CARLSBAD JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE PARAMEDIC /FIREFIGHTER DEPARTMENT: FIRE BASIC FUNCTION: Under supervision, provides basic and advanced life support services to ill c injured persons in accordance with the policies established by th Department of Emergency Medical Services of San Diego County; fights fire and participates in fire prevention activities for the protection of life an property; operates and maintains vehicles, apparatus, equipment, station and communication systems: teaches fire safety to the public; and perform other duties as required. DiSM Shinp - Characteristics: This is an entry level into the professional fire service series. Th paramedic/firefighter is a uniformed member of the public safety/fii suppression/EMS division of the department. This position supports dui responsibilities as a paramedic and as a firefighter and is utilized in bo1 types of assignments as needed. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responds to medical emergencies; conducts or assists in the extrication trapped persons: performs primary and secondary physical assessment of or injured persons; performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation; maintains i effective airway for patients with compromised breathing; immobilizc injured limbs and spinal vertebra where injury is suspected: contro bleeding of external injuries; assists with emergency childbirth; provid emotional support to distressed persons; administers oxygen to suppc respiratory functions; utilizes adjunctive ventilation devices, such endotracheal tubes: applies and utilize pneumatic anti-shock garmenl analyzes electrocardiograms and recognizes cardiac arrhythmia administers medications by intravenous, intramuscular or topical mear performs electrical defibrillation; operates radio-telephone equipment ai communicates medical information to base hospital medical personnel ai others; serves as a preceptor for paramedic and emergency medic 1 Of4 0 e technician trainees; compiles necessary reports and records; drives ar ambulance vehicle: responds to and performs skilled tasks at the scenes 01 emergency calls including: fire, medical assistance, rescues, hazard? identification, hazardous materials identification and spills, public assistance and service; safely drives and operates vehicles, apparatus and equipment teaches fire safety, CPR and other classes and participates in public education demonstrations and activities: conducts inspections and schoo exit drills: writes reports and maintains records: maintains, inspects, anc repairs fire stations and fire grounds, emergency and support vehicles apparatus, equipment, fire hydrants, radios, and alarm systems; participate in department physical fitness program; performs emergency medica procedures; participates in proficiency training to develop and maintaii emergency skills; uses computers in performing required duties, perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledpe of: Knowledge of: Basic and advance life support principles ani procedures: San Diego County Emergency Medical System (EM5 regulations, protocols and procedures: Carlsbad Fire Departmen operations, such as rescue, firefighting, radio communication2 Incident Command System (ICs), fire protection equipment an systems, fire behavior, hazardous materials and water system: Federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards: maintenanc and repair of vehicles, apparatus, equipment and fire hydrants; loc; geographical response factors: correct English grammar, spellinj punctuation; basic mathematics, chemistry, and physics of fir behavior and hazardous materials; safety practices and procedure: personal computer operating systems and software application requirements and standards as defined in the National Fire Protectic Association (NFPA) Standard 1002 preferred. Abilim to: React quickly and calmly to fight fires and perform emergent medical techniques and procedures: perform rescues; operat maintain, inspect and repair vehicles, apparatus, equipmen communication systems and fire hydrants; clean and maintain fj station and grounds; conduct fire inspections and school exit drill teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations ai activities: write comprehensive reports and maintain accura records; relate effectively to those contacted in the course of wor learn local conditions, locations and regulations: operate compute1 understand and follow oral and written directions promptly ai accurately. 2of4 0 e JMucation/Experience: A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would br any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would bl qualifymg. Reauired Certification and License: Licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-F with the State of California and current EMT-P accreditation with thc County of San Diego EMS office. Firefighter I certification. Within one year from date of hire, employee must possess appropriate valid California class B Firefighter Driver's License, to include a wate tank and air brake endorsement, And, when required, a valid Medic2 Examiner's Card must be maintained. SDecial Reauirements: As a condition of continued employment, the Paramedic/Firefighte must maintain current license as an EMT-P with the State of Californj and current EMT-P accreditation with the County of San Diego EM office. At the discretion of the fire chief, a Paramedic/Firefighter may IC eligible to compete in promotional examinations after a minimum ( one year service. Phvsical Characteristics: Meet the requirements specified in the National Fire Protectic Association (NFPA) 1001 Standard for entry level Firefighters. As condition of continued employment, shall satisfactorily complete a annual physical fitness program which will include physical agility ar medical testing authorized the City Council and prescribed by the Ci Manager. Other Characteristics: Must have willingness and ability to: work variable shifts and overtir as required; attend meetings and training activities, both on and ( duty; work under hazardous, life-threatening conditions, such as, heights, in confined spaces, at temperature extremes, around crowc with loud noises, with limited visibility, in the presence of hazardoi materials, in the presence of victims of death and/or dismembermer 30f4 e m work effectively as a team member of a company, battalion department, special project group by following orders, consistent11 following through with duties/assignments and living harmoniousl; with co-workers; wear approved uniform. 11/7/95 40f4 RANGE STEPA STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E 35 $1 265 $1,328 $1,394 SlA64 $1,537 35 $1,296 $1,361 $1 A29 $1,500 $1,575 37 $1,328 $1,394 $1 A64 $1,537 $1 614 38 $1 362 $1 A30 $1,501 $1,576 $1/654 39 $1,395 S1A65 $1,538 $1615 $1,695 43 $1 A30 $1 ,sol $1,576 $1 655 $1,738 42 $1,502 $1,577 $1 b56 $1,739 $1,825 43 $1,540 $1,617 $lB7 $1,782 $1,870 44 $1,577 $1 /654 $1,739 $1,825 $1,917 45 $1617 $1 ,#7 $1,782 $1,872 $1,965 46 $1,658 $1,741 $1,827 $1,919 $2,015 47 $1,7Ol $1,784 $1,874 $1,967 $2/065 48 $1,741 $1,828 $1,920 $2,016 $2,117 49 $1,784 $1,874 $1 ,%7 $2rn $2,169 50 $1,829 $1,921 $2,017 $2,118 $2,224 51 $1,876 $1 ,%9 $2m8 $2,171 $2279 32 $1,922 $2,018 $2,119 $2,225 $2,336 53 $1,970 $2,069 $2,172 $2280 $2,395 54 $2rn $2,121 $2,227 $2,338 $2m 41 SA66 $1,539 $1616 $1,696 $1,781 RANGE 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54