Certified Firefighter/EMT Advanced or Paramedic
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Emergency Services / EMS
Hiring Process
The department describes an extensive hiring process consisting of four parts.
Applications are reviewed for completeness, and a criminal history and driver’s license background check is performed.
After successful completion of the Ability Test, candidates appear before the Hiring Committee to answer concise questions. The Committee grades comprehension and writing ability. Candidates are given a magazine article to read and must write a 100-150 word summary.
Candidates recommended for hire have a one-on-one interview with the Fire Chief based on Hiring Committee recommendations.
Under frequent supervision, performs fire suppression activities on assigned shift, ensuring proper and prompt response to emergency situations to protect lives and property. Participates in fire inspections, fire investigations, fire prevention and education programming. Maintains records and prepares reports as required. Responds to public calls for emergency medical situations and performs life support functions as authorized and certified. Reports to Duty Battalion Chief via chain of command.
The following functions are illustrative of the work performed. Omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Performs fire suppression duties to protect lives and property.
- Participates in vehicle, equipment and facility inspections, cleaning and maintenance. Tests fire hoses for proper condition.
- Participates in fire prevention education activities.
- Prepares pre-fire plans as requested.
- Participates in reserve training.
- Performs station and grounds maintenance as needed.
- Completes and submits reports regarding shift activities.
- Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for fire prevention, suppression operations, and emergency medical care; attends meetings, conferences and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate.
- Remains on call 24 hours per day for emergencies.
- Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits a variety of documents including fire reports, medical reports, vehicle/equipment maintenance reports, accident reports, incident reports, logs and other reports.
- Operates fire engines, ambulances, motor vehicles, and uses fire suppression equipment, hand and power tools, SCBA, emergency medical equipment, extrication tools, vehicle/mechanical tools, and office machines including a computer and radio equipment.
- Interacts and communicates with supervisor, Fire Chief and officers, co-workers, volunteers, City personnel, other fire departments, emergency response agencies, government agencies, law enforcement personnel, and the public.
When serving as FIREFIGHTER/EMT - BASIC/ADVANCED/PARAMEDIC, employees may perform essential duties as authorized by certification level, protocols, and Medical Control, including but not limited to:
- Responds to public medical emergencies (cardiac problems, breathing difficulties, pediatric emergencies, childbirth, strokes, seizures, falls, injuries, and other trauma/medical incidents).
- Performs advanced life support functions (airway management, medications, CPR, defibrillation, intravenous therapy, etc.).
- Obtains medical histories and information to determine needed aid per EMS guidelines.
- Tests, checks, and maintains emergency life support equipment and related medical devices.
- Operates two-way radio, cellular devices, and phones to communicate patient information and conditions.
- Directs and supervises personnel during emergency medical service operations.
- Provides care during emergent inter-facility transports.
- Maintains certifications (SC EMT, NREMT, and others) as required.
FIREFIGHTER I:
- High School Diploma or GED; 18 years of age; valid driver’s license.
- IFSAC Firefighter I certificate.
- Completion of Training Requirements as stated in Fire department…
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