Reserve Firefighter - Open to YSMN Tribal members and Tribal community members

Under the supervision of the Fire Captain B, the Reserve Firefighter accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property. Participates in the combating, extinguishing and prevention of fires as well as providing emergency medical care, rescue and protection of individuals from hazardous environments. Maintains fire station, grounds, and equipment, participates in fire prevention inspection, fire prevention, and suppression training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to employees, the general public and Tribal Citizens while maintaining confidential information.
2. Responds to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials situations and other emergency/non-emergency calls to protect life and property endangered.
3. Performs all firefighter duties; lays and connects hoses; directs water streams in the control and extinguishing of fires in structures, brush and grass; uses forcible entry tools, bars, hooks, ladders, extinguishers and other equipment.
4. Raises and climbs ladders; ventilates structures; accomplishes salvage operations.
5. Administers emergency medical care to treat patients; performs Basic Life Support (BLS); assists paramedics with Advance Life Support (ALS).
6. Operates a two-way radio to communicate with the communications center.
7. Participates in fire prevention programs and inspections to enforce fire prevention codes and ordinances.
8. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

•    Must be an eligible member of the Tribal Community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

•    Principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention.
•    Principles and practices of emergency medical care.
•    Operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.
•    Safety practices and precautions pertaining to emergency services.
•    Ability to learn local streets, fire alarms, fire hydrants, public and local government buildings, and local hazards.
•    Read and understand departmental policies, rules, regulations and instructions to include fire prevention & suppression literature and emergency medical care instructions.
•    Communicates clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing, with proper spelling, grammar and punctuation.   
•    Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and responsible course of action.
•    Basic knowledge of computers and programs to include MS Office, PowerPoint and Outlook.
•    Able to commit to a minimum of 24 hours per month to station coverage as well as 8 hours of training per month at the fire station (typically conducted on a Saturday).
•    Monthly hours will range from 24-48 hours however, hours may exceed 48 if needed in the event of an emergency.
•    ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY -Demonstrates pride in the entire facility by maintaining a clean, safe work environment for guests and co-workers.  Consistently demonstrates personal ownership for cleanliness and maintaining exceptional housekeeping standards within the department, facility and all Tribal owned properties.  Consistently demonstrates concern for personal safety and the safety of guests, vendors and other team members by immediately addressing or reporting all unsafe acts and/or conditions. 

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

•    At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

REQUIRED:    
•    Within one year of appointment, the reserve firefighter must complete the following:
•    EMR/EMT-I (Must be valid in State of California).
•    Current AHA CPR Healthcare Provider or equivalent.
•    Annual continuing medical education sufficient to maintain active licensing and accreditation.
•    Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational (CSTI or equivalent).
•    ICS 100-Introduction to ICS, ICS 200-Basic ICS.
•    IS 700 NIMS: An Introduction.
•    Complete Minimum training hours (226 hours) to be certified as a Reserve Firefighter.

PREFERRED:
•    Fire Control III and Fire Control VII.
•    S 190.
•    One (1) year experience as a fire fighter (Career, Volunteer, or PCF).
•    Select One of the Following: 
o    Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representat