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HFD currently has a hiring list
for the next two years.
Thank you for your interest.
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Career Firefighter
The Humboldt Fire District covers approximately 40 square miles
surrounding the city of Eureka on the northern coast of California.
Two engine companies operating from two stations serve a population
of 24,000 and respond to approximately 1700 calls per year. Occupancies
within the District include residential, commercial, industrial
and timberland. In addition, the district is an active participate
in the California mutual aid system. HFD has 19 career suppression
personnel, working a three-platoon system on a 48/96 schedule
and 8 volunteers.
Humboldt County has mild and often wet weather, which supports
lush vegetation including famous Redwood forests. The region offers
a great variety of outdoor recreational activities including water
sports, hunting, fishing, hiking and camping. College of the Redwoods
and Humboldt State University are both within ten miles of HFD.
Housing prices are consistent with the statewide average.
By December 3rd, 2009 Candidate MUST:
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Be 21 years of age or older
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Possess a high school diploma, or equivalent
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Possess a Class "C" California Driver's
License and obtain a Class "B" license within six
months of appointment
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Possess a current American Heart Assoc. Health
Care Provider CPR card or equivalent
Certify non-use of tobacco products and/or illegal controlled
substance -
Must posses a current/valid CPAT card
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Must posses a current EMT 1 card and be eligible for certification
as an EMT 1, ETAD by Northcoast EMS within three months of appointment
Possess Firefighter 1 certification from CFSTS Must have at least 2 years of verifiable continuous experience
as a volunteer or paid firefighter. Three or more seasons of work
experience as a wildland firefighter is also acceptable.
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The Ideal Candidate
Will, in addition to the above:
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Have a strong desire for a fire service career
at Humboldt Fire District.
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Have had life experiences and an outlook resulting
in honesty and a strong work ethic.
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Possess the capability to interact with people
in a wide range of professional settings.
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Possess an understanding of the technical skills
supported by a strong interest in teaching others.
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Have an attitude and appearance resulting in the
ability to promote a positive image for the fire service.
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Have demonstrated the physical and mental preparation
to successfully manage the physical and emotional stresses of
emergency service employment.
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Possess the written and verbal skills to effectively
present these abilities.
Possess a balanced combination of formal education of both a
general nature and specific fire service curriculum. -
Possess both a high level of physical fitness
and the personal and professional desire to maintain it.
The Selection Process
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Applications and letters of interest will be reviewed
and ranked to determine qualified applicants. The top 12 applicants
will be notified via mail by December 4th, 2009 and invited
to participate in a written test scheduled for Saturday December
12th, 2009.
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A ranked list according to the written test scores
will then be prepared. Based on the written test score ranking,
the top 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a peer
interview scheduled for Sunday December 13th, 2009.
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Candidates will then be invited to participate
in a Chief's interview scheduled for Saturday December 19th,
2009.
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A completed application packet will include:
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Current Benefits for Entry Level Firefighters
as of January 1st, 2010
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Salary range: $3,653-$4,022 per month
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Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) 2% @
50 Retirement, with a 9% contribution by the employee
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Medical Insurance fully paid by the District,
including an HSA contribution, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
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Holiday pay, sick leave, vacation
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Clothing allowance ($480 per year, paid quarterly)
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Humboldt No.1 Fire Protection District
3455 Harris St.
Eureka, CA 95503
Phone (707)445-4900 |
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