The City of Downey Fire Department Auxiliary Firefighter Program began in 1987 with the goal of allowing fire academy graduates an opportunity to acquire on-the-job training and experience. Since its inception, the Auxiliary Firefighter Program has helped many people achieve their goal of a career in the fire service. Approximately 24 of the full-time firefighters actively serving with the Department participated in Downey’s Auxiliary Firefighter Program prior to being hired; and 22 were Auxiliary Firefighters with other departments.

The Auxiliary Firefighter Program is designed to provide fire academy graduates the experience and training needed to meet the requirements for their State Fire Marshal Firefighter I certification. Auxiliary Firefighters have the same duties and responsibilities of probationary firefighters and respond on emergency calls as part of the ALS Engine, BLS Ambulance or the BLS Truck Company. Currently there are 21 active Auxiliary Firefighters.

The City of Downey Fire Department is accepting applications for Auxiliary Firefighter to fill openings. This is a volunteer position.

The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to the Auxiliary Firefighter position:

Responds to emergency incidents, including medical calls, fires, traffic accidents, alarms, and rescues.
Performs fire prevention inspections and maintains apparatus, equipment, and station facilities.
Participates in ongoing training, drills, and public education activities.
Interacts professionally with the public and completes other essential duties as assigned.

The minimum requirements for a position as an Auxiliary Firefighter are as follows:

18 years of age or older
Valid California Drivers License with a good driving record
Valid CPR Certification / Card
Valid EMT Certification with a County in California (i.e. Los Angeles, Orange, etc)
Graduation from a California State Fire Marshal Accredited Fire Academy
Up to a two (2) year commitment to the program
Commit to one 24-hour shift (on an assigned day)

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials received on-line by the final filing date will be reviewed. For consideration, a completed employment application submitted on-line is required. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Incomplete information may be removed from consideration. All information submitted is subject to verification.

Documentation Required: Failure to provide the required documentation listed below will result in your application being removed from further consideration. Please contact Human Resources at 562-904-7292 if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Please DO NOT submit any additional documentation, other than those listed below. The following documentation must be attached, clearly titled, and submitted with the on-line application:

A valid Class C California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment;
Valid CPR Certification / Card
Valid EMT Certification with a County in California (i.e. Los Angeles, Orange, etc)
Certificate of completion from a State of California accredited Fire Academy.

NOTE: To ensure proper uploading of documents to on-line application record, it is best to reduce the file size of the electronic document before uploading and submit in pdf format.

Testing & Selection Process: All applications materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted to determine the level and scope of the candidate's preparation for the position. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Candidates will be notified via email of their eligibility to participate.

Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the selection process which will consist of an oral interview (Pass/Fail).

Selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete a medical evaluation and Live Scan fingerprinting.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.

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