Fire EMS Intern; part-time​/temporary

(minimum wage increase to $16.00/hour effective January 1, 2024)

Under the general direction of a Paramedic Mentor and/or Fire Captain, a Fire Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Intern responds to 9-1-1 medical emergencies, hazardous material incidents, rescues, fire incidents and other emergency and non-emergency situations.

Fire EMS Interns may not exceed 528 hours during a calendar year.

~ This is a continuous recruitment, but interviews may be scheduled at any time. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. ~

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment;
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Possess a current CPR card (must be maintained for the duration of assignment); and
• Possess a California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license with accreditation in San Diego County at time of hire (must be maintained for the duration of assignment)

• Employment experience working as an EMT on a Santee-Lakeside Emergency Medical Services (SLEMSA) transport unit
• Qualified to complete the internship phase of an accredited San Diego County paramedic training program
• Completion of paramedic training ride‑alongs with the City of Santee

This position requires working outside in inclement weather with significant noise, fumes, odors and dust levels. Inherent to this position is the response to emergency calls at all hours within a 24‑hour shift. There is the potential for exposure to environmental, physical, chemical hazards and communicable diseases. Also, extended periods of walking, riding in emergency apparatus, standing, sitting, bending, stooping and crouching associated with firefighting and emergency response in extreme conditions are required.

The mental functions include reading, writing, mathematical computations, problem solving, map reading, managing multiple projects, decision making under difficult and possibly hazardous conditions. In addition, all candidates must possess and maintain the physical abilities to perform the duties identified in NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

Selected candidates shall not smoke or use any tobacco products either on or off‑duty while employed by the City of Santee.

The applicant(s) selected will be subject to a criminal history investigation through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and a thorough background check. The applicant(s) selected will also be given a conditional offer of employment pending the outcome of a medical evaluation and drug test. Any applicant(s) who tests positive for illegal or non‑prescribed medically beneficial drugs will not be hired.

City of Santee employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100‑3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker‑related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.