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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Dept:
Human Resources
Subject: ESTABLISH NEW
CLASSIFICATIONS FOR
FIREFIGHTER CADET PROGRAM.
From:
Linn Livingston
Date: June 14, 2011
MICC Meeting Date: June 20, 2011
Synopsis of Previous Council Action:
On June 9, 2011, the Personnel Committee recommended this item to be forwarded to the Mayor and
Common Council for adoption.
Recommended Motion:
I. Establish Fire Recruitment Supervisor position, part-time, $45.00/flat hourly rate.
2. Establish Fire Prevention Associate/Trainee position, part-time, $IO.OO/flat hourly rate.
3. Establish Firefighter Cadet position, part-time, $1O.OO/flat hourly rate.
4. Approve job descriptions as proposed.
5. Authorize the Human Resources Director to update Resolution No. 2008-20 to reflect these
actions.
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Contact person:
Mat Fratus. Deputy Fire Chief
Phone:
384-5286
Supporting data attached:
Staff Report
Ward:
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FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
Amount:
FY 2011/12: $145.500
Source: (Acct. No.)
(Acct. Description)
Finance:
Council Notes:
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Staff Report
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Establish the classification of Fire Recruitment Supervisor, Fire Prevention Associate/Trainee
and Firefighter Cadet within the Fire Department.
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On May 16, 2011, Mayor and Common Council approved the Firefighter Cadet Program and
directed the Fire Chief to implement the program. Part of the implementation requires the
establishment of three new classifications: Fire Recruitment Supervisor, Fire Prevention
Associate/Trainee and Firefighter Cadet. The request to establish the new classifications was
presented to the Personnel Committee on June 9, 2011.
The Firefighter Cadet program is part of a comprehensive recruitment and training program that
will focus on San Bernardino community members as young as 9th grade and through college-
age, providing a pathway for younger community members to achieve a career in the fire service.
The initial program will recruit and train 10 new Firefighter Cadets. Participants in the program
will be given advanced training opportunities and exposure to Fire Department operations that
will prepare them for a career in the fire service. Additionally, participants will be required to
complete the college classes needed to meet the minimum qualifications for employment as a
Firefighter with San Bernardino Fire Department. In the absence of an open Firefighter position,
cadets who have completed the program can be offered employment in another funded Fire
Department position in which they qualify. lfthe Cadet is under the SBETA program, the City
would be required to retain the employee and pay hislher wages for six months; therefore, it is
necessary to establish the position of Fire Prevention Associate/Trainee, which will be a part-
time, temporary position in the Fire Department to perform fire prevention duties. All positions
will require each candidate to meet and pass the background qualifications for the position. Due
to a lack of Departmental resources and to ensure adequate training, the establishment of a Fire
Recruitment Supervisor position is required and will become part of the Cadet Program.
Financial Impact:
SBFD Cadet Program Funding Sources are as follows and this program has been included in the
FY 2011-12 budget:
Funding Sources Amount
SBET A Contribution $ 64,000
CDBG Contribution $ 12,~~
Revenue from Santa Ana Community College Agreement $ 25,000
Contribution from Mayor's Office $ 10,000
Contribution From Councilwoman Marquez $ 4,000
General Government Fund $ 15,000
Funds from Fire Department Budget $ 15,000
Total Contributions $ 145,500
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Recommendation
1. Establish Fire Recruitment Supervisor position, part-time, $45.00/flat hourly rate.
2. Establish Fire Prevention Associate/Trainee position, part-time, $1 O.OO/flat hourly rate.
3. Establish Firefighter Cadet position, part-time, $IO.OO/flat hourly rate.
4. Approve job descriptions as proposed.
5. Authorize the Human Resources Director to update Resolution No. 2008-20 to reflect these
actions.
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Class Code:
M/CC Date Adopted:
City of San Bernardino
Signature:
Director, Human Resources
Bargaining Unit: (Part-time)
EEOC Job Category: N/A
Class Specification
FIRE RECRUITMENT SUPERVISOR
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, supervises and directs the work of Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers;
assists with recruitment and selection of Fire Cadets, provides training to Fire Cadets, Fire
Explorers, and other members of the fire department.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Fire Recruitment Supervisor works under the supervision of the Fire Department Training
Division Chief. Supervises Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may
be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude it from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class:
1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City
department staff. Maintains a professional demeanor, communicates effectively with
members of fire administration and promotes good order in the organization.
2. Supervises and directs the work of Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers. Provides training on
the subjects of structural fire behavior and firefighting, wildland fire behavior and
firefighting, hazardous materials identification and response to related emergencies, pre-
hospital medical care, technical rescue, aircraft rescue firefighting, fire prevention
practices, community relations, and other training subjects as needed.
3. Ensures the safety of Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers during all activities, identifies
potential risks and takes measures to mitigate or avoid, reports safety issues to his/her
immediate supervisor, communicates potential risks to subordinates to ensure their
safety.
4. Directs and supervises preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks on City
property, coordinates Fire Cadet and Fire Explorer work on community projects, plans
and supervises vegetation management activities for Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers,
coordinates Fire Cadet and Fire Explorer activities involving public events and training
delivered to the public.
5. Prepares operational reports regarding department recruiting, training, and hiring
programs as directed; ensures that logistical needs for assigned program areas are met;
arranges and supervises transportation of subordinates to off-site activities.
6. Works with the Fire Department Training Division on tasks related to recruitment, hiring
processes, training, and selection process for Fire Cadet and Fire Explorer programs.
7. Maintains order among subordinates and ensures adherence to department policies,
procedures, and expectations for Fire Cadets and Fire Explorers; advises Training
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Division Chief of any actions of subordinates that may call for reprimand or discipline
and advises on appropriate course of corrective action.
a. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and department
goals.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1. Safety practices and precautions pertaining to work.
2. Modern fire suppression and prevention principles, practices, and methods.
3. Emergency medical services operations.
4. Operation and maintenance of various fire suppression apparatus and equipment.
5. Principles of management, administration, supervision, training, and community
relations.
6. Fire prevention, alarm transmissions, equipment maintenance, and fire drill procedures.
7. State and municipal codes and ordinances affecting fire department operations.
a. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
9. Basic knowledge of computers.
Ability to:
1. Apply modern teaching and training techniques at a level appropriate for subordinates
learning capacity.
2. Lead subordinates effectively.
3. Analyze situations and adopt an effective and responsible course of action.
4. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
5. Follow oral and written instructions.
6. Maintain discipline.
7. Maintain effective relations with Fire Department members, community members, and
other employees of the City.
a. Prepare comprehensive reports, plans and estimates.
9. Appraise workloads.
10. Assist in developing and planning a departmental work program.
11. Work effectively with other employees.
12. Demonstrate the use and care of fire suppression apparatus and equipment.
13. Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
14. Work indoors and out in a variety of environmental conditions, including exposure to
extreme heat, smoke, fumes, odors, vibrations, loud noises, hazardous materials and
noxious gases.
15. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
16. Climb up and down ladders and work at considerable heights.
17. Perform strenuous and hazardous tasks.
1a. Detect color changes in smoke and flames.
19. See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
20. Hear in the normal audio range without correction.
21. Perform duties with normal body mobility, flexibility and dexterity.
22. Work at various heights, and in small enclosed spaces.
23. Transport personnel or loads weighing up to 200 pounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
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A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is a high school
diploma or G.E.D. Four (4) years of previous service as a Fire Captain or above, preferably
with the San Bernardino City Fire Department.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Class "B" F/S California Driver's License with an "X" endorsement and a valid
medical examiner's certificate.
A valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate.
Must be certified on one fire engine.
Must have achieved State Fire Officer Certification or successfully completed the required
classes prior to appointment.
ICS-220 (12 to 16 hours, National Fire Academy Model) or 1-200 (Basic ICS), 1-300
(Intermediate ICS).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work under typical office and schoolroom or meeting room conditions, and the noise
level is generally quiet. The employee is required to travel from site to site; attend meetings with
exposure to noise, smoke, toxic materials, vibrations, odors or dust; and may occasionally work
in inciement weather conditions.
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Class Code:
M/CC Date Adopted:
City of San Bernardino
Signature:
Director, Human Resources
Bargaining Unit: (Part-time)
EEOC Job Category: N/A
Class Specification
FIRE PREVENTION ASSOCIATE/TRAINEE
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs a variety of fire safety inspections, enforces regulations
and standards applicable to fire prevention and life safety, assists in public education and
information programs, and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Fire Prevention AssociatelTrainees are responsible for enforcement of the City Municipal Code
and other requirements establishing fire prevention and life safety requirements for public
buildings and other buildings of public assembly.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may
be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude it from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City
department staff.
2. Performs and participates in fire and life safety surveys and examinations of commercial
and residential properties; locates and identifies existing or potential fire and life safety
problems; recommends and requires appropriate fire prevention/safety measures and
devices, including correction of hazardous conditions, reports irregular and suspicious
circumstances to police and other departments; plans fire escape routes and promotes
installation of built-in fire protection.
3. Performs and participates in field inspections of new and existing buildings, building
additions and other facilities to determine existence, condition, usage and operational
adequacy of proper fire detection and suppression systems; secures cooperation of
property owners and advises on corrective action to eliminate life hazards and fire
conducive conditions; outlines or describes steps to ensure compliance with City codes
and ordinances which pertain to life safety and other related substandard housing,
health and sanitation, blight, public nuisance and weed abatement conditions; receives
and investigates complaints.
4. Enforces fire and life safety code provisions; when appropriate issues notices of
violations, orders to abate, stop-work notices, warnings and administrative citations;
makes court appearances at hearings as needed; responds to fires and other
emergencies as directed.
5. Participates in fire and life safety education programs, including conducting public
presentations for groups of owners and tenants of industrial, commercial, hospital,
institutional, educational, residential, public assembly properties and other groups or
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individuals, including non-profit and community organizations, having a concern or
interest in fire prevention/safety information.
6. Surveys and re-surveys occupancies for fire prevention purposes; ensures compliance
with City ordinances, state laws and other regulatory requirements; assists in
preparation of graphs and charts for analytical study.
7. Attends and participates in meetings, training sessions, and conferences; stays abreast
of new trends and innovations in the field of fire prevention.
8. May respond to fires and other emergencies as directed.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1. City, county, state and federal laws and regulations and municipal codes relating to fire
prevention and life safety, and related codes and ordinances.
2. Modern fire prevention practices and procedures as they apply to commercial and
residential properties.
3. Building construction, California Building Code, California Fire Code, Title 19 and NFPA
Standards.
4. Fire prevention alarm transmissions and equipment maintenance.
5. Fire drill practices and procedures.
6. Effective public relations practices and techniques of public speaking.
7. Use and operations of computers and standard business software.
Ability to:
1. Conduct inspections and investigations, recognize conditions that constitute code
violations and life safety hazards and adopt effective resolution processes.
2. Analyze facilities, identify deficiencies and recommend effective fire and life safety
corrective actions.
3. Understand and interpret laws, ordinances and regulations to situations of potential fire
and life safety hazards.
4. Perform enforcement activities firmly, consistently, tactfully and impartially.
5. Perform arithmetic calculations and measurements accurately.
6. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
7. Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and documentation.
8. Maintain and wear the prescribed uniform in a neat and orderly manner.
9. Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
10. Exercise independent judgment and work with a minimum of supervision.
11. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management and staff in
multiple departments, property and business owners, vendors, the public and others
encountered in the course of work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation
from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
Must be a current participant or graduate of San Bernardino Fire Department Cadet
program.
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Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements;
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's
vehicle insurance policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use hands to finger,
handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stand; talk and
hear; walk; sit; climb or balance; and lift or move up to 75 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee regularly works in indoor and outside weather conditions. The employee is
periodically exposed to wet conditions, smoke, vibration, airborne particles, mold, toxic or
caustic chemicals, and unsanitary conditions. The noise level is occasionally loud. The
employee is occasionally exposed to personal safety risks similar to emergency response
positions.
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Class Code:
M/CC Date Adopted:
City of San Bernardino
Signature:
Director, Human Resources
Bargaining Unit: (Part-time)
EEOC Job Category: N/A
Class Specification
FIREFIGHTER CADET
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, maintains fire station, grounds and equipment; participates in
maintenance and improvement of city property, and other areas as approved by the Fire Chief;
participates in fire prevention inspections, fire prevention and suppression training programs;
observes emergency operations and assists in non-emergency operations under the direction
and supervision of company and chief officers; performs other related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Firefighter Cadet is a non-safety, pre-service, part-time, temporary classification which will
prepare the individual for an entry-level position as a Firefighter.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not
perfonm all of these duties and/or may perfonm similar related duties not listed here:
1. The Firefighter Cadet will be required to satisfactorily complete courses of study
presented at an accredited basic fire academy, which include but are not limited to: Fire
Hose Lays, Fittings & Appliances, Fire Apparatus, Ropes & Knots, Characteristics &
Behavior of Fire, Fire Stream Principles, Ventilation Practices, Building Construction for
Fire Protection, Fire Hydraulics, Communications, EMT Review, Fire Service Ladders,
Auto Extrication, Radiological Monitoring, Emergency Driving, Hazardous Materials,
Flammable Liquid Fire Control, Wildland Fire Control, Fire Investigation, Aircraft Rescue,
Structure Fire Fighting, and Principles of Helicopter Safety.
2. The Firefighter Cadet will also be required to participate in public education events,
general maintenance and improvement activities for City properties and facilities,
vegetation management and clearing, general improvements of other facilities and areas
as determined by the Fire Chief, and other related work as required.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Know/edge of:
1. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
2. Basic knowledge of computers.
3. Basic mathematic calculations and applications.
4. Basic mechanical functions and relationships of mechanical processes that may include
devices such as pulleys, levers, gears, switches, and similar mechanical equipment.
5. Function and use of basic hand tools.
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Ability to:
1. Read and understand departmental policies, rules, regulations, instructions, and fire
inspection, prevention and suppression literature and emergency medical care
instructions.
2. Learn firefighting procedures and techniques, and emergency medical care duties.
3. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and explain them to others.
4. Climb up and down ladders and work at considerable heights.
5. Perform strenuous tasks under dynamic conditions.
6. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
7. Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and responsible course of action.
8. Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
9. Work effectively with other employees and the general public.
10. Work indoors and out in a variety of environmental conditions.
11. Work in tightly enclosed spaces with poor ventilation.
12. Transport personnel or loads weighing up to 200 pounds.
13. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
14. Remain calm in emergency situations.
15. Detect color changes in smoke and flames.
16. Perform duties with normal body mobility, flexibility and dexterity.
17. See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
18. Hear in the normal audio range without correction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's
vehicle insurance policy.
Current participation or completion of a fire-related training program approved by the Fire
Chief is preferred.
Once a candidate has been selected for employment as a Firefighter Cadet, he/she must
attend and satisfactorily complete training that is approved by the Fire Chief within a
specified period of time. Failure to successfully complete these classes will result in
dismissal from the cadet program.
Within accepted medical standards, weight must be in proportion to height. Must be at least
18 years of age. Minimum eyesight requirements: 20/40 uncorrected both eyes, correctable
to 20/20 both eyes; must pass a color perception test, criminal and traffic record check,
background investigation, physical and agility requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The conditions herein 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 disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Phvsical: Incumbents require physical strength and ability to fight fires wearing protective gear;
lift, pull and use fire hoses; climb ladders and stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, crawl in tight places.
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Vision: See in the normal visual range, with or without correction; vision sufficient to read small
print, computer screens and other printed documents.
HearinQ: Hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to noises, vibrations, odors and dust; work in
inclement weather conditions.
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