Fire Cadet

If you are considering a career in Fire Services and want to learn about the field from one of the most respected Fire Departments in the Inland Empire, then the City of Ontario has the perfect position for you! The City of Ontario Fire Department has an excellent part-time opportunity for actively enrolled college students interested in a fire service career!

As a Fire Cadet, you will receive valuable hands on experience as well as an opportunity to make a positive impact on your community and your career. The Fire Cadet, under the supervision of sworn or civilian personnel, performs a variety of fire clerical and technical support duties in the areas including, but not limited to: Fire Operations, Prevention, Administration, Training and Emergency Management. The Fire Cadet is a part-time/temporary position, scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week, and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.

This is not a sworn Firefighter or a Firefighter training position. There is no guarantee of a full-time position with the Ontario Fire Department. Please read this entire job bulletin prior to applying for this position.

Background Check Process

All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Ontario Fire Department as well as a physical examination including a drug screening. The background investigation is a rigorous process which often takes several months to complete. A typical background investigation includes but is not limited to: background interviews with individuals designated by the Ontario Fire Department (this may include current and former co-workers, friends, relatives, neighbors, or any other relevant individual), criminal background check, polygraph examination, and physiological evaluation. Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have: arrests and/or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; or thefts from a previous employer. 

The Ontario Fire Department

The Ontario Fire Department is a team committed to professional and compassionate public service. The Department responds to more than 17,000 calls per year serving and protecting a population well over 170,000 people, covering nearly 50 square miles. There are ten fire stations that house nine engine companies and three truck companies.
 
Ontario is a full service department providing fire/rescue services; medical services through the department's paramedic program; safety education; fire inspections; plan review; and various specialty teams such as SWAT medics, bomb squad, hazmat, and urban search and rescue.

The Ontario Fire Department is proud to serve the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Ontario with a high degree of professionalism. The members of the Ontario Fire Department realize the value of each team member and constantly strive to improve service to the community by living up to the motto: Courtesy - Loyalty - Service.

The Fire Prevention Bureau is committed to Community Risk Reduction and is operated in a business-like manner, providing responsive customer-friendly service. The Bureau utilizes various databases in conjunction with other City departments to identify the most hazardous occupancies in the City. Periodic inspections are then conducted to ensure code compliance. The Bureau of Fire Prevention is responsible for developing and implementing programs and policies that prevent or reduce the magnitude of emergency occurrences, such as loss of life and property, or environmental damage. 

The City of Ontario
 
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including Police, Fire, Management Services, Economic Development, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Public Works, Financial Services and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,200 full-time and 300 part-time diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

We invite you to learn more about the City of Ontario by reviewing the City's website. A few useful links are also listed below:

Approach to Public Service (Core values for City of Ontario employees)

OntarioCityEmployees.org (Information about City of Ontario employee benefit plans)

The Ontario Plan(The City's Comprehensive Business Plan for Development)

 

The essential functions typically performed by the Fire Cadet include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Assists sworn and non-sworn personnel with support functions as authorized.
• Maintains records and prepares reports. 
• Operates City vehicle in the performance of job duties; assists with scheduling and transport of department's vehicle fleet for general maintenance.
• Assists Fire personnel in the presentation of public awareness programs; creates presentations.
• Assists the public by answering inquiries and providing information; answers telephones.
• Performs routine clerical duties including typing, sorting, copying, filing, and general office work; operates standard office machines and equipment.
• Assists with inventory, ordering, storage and retrieval of supplies.
• Assists in conducting Fire station tours.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and organized environment at station facilities.
• Performs messenger duties in the delivery of mail and legal documents.
• Performs monthly checks of the AED equipment throughout the City.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent at time of appointment.

Special Requirements

From the time of the appointment, enrollment in at least 2 college courses, preferably in Fire Science, Public Administration, or the equivalent to 6 semester or 8 quarter units at an accredited college or university, and maintenance of a minimum GPA of 2.0 in such studies. Length of employment in this classification is limited to 5 years or until the completion of a BA/BS degree at the discretion of the department.

Proof of successful enrollment in at least 2 college courses or completion of 6 semester or 8 quarter units at an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.0 must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications.  

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification. 

License

A valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment. 

Desirables

• Experience in fire clerical work is preferred. 
• Proficient computer skills and bilingual/Spanish is highly desired.

Background Investigation

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete a background investigation conducted by the Ontario Fire Department.   How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
 

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the city of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Salary : $2,798 - $3,494