Village Firefighter​/EMT - Wainwright

Overview

Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue, emergency care during ground ambulance transport; other tasks as appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assist with departmental training; travel to North Slope communities as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statute 18.70.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. The duties shown are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties as assigned.
• Travel to and work in other NSB communities to provide support and training.
• Assist Department Instructors, as needed, to assure training course is taught according to lesson plan and as scheduled.
• Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned.
• Assist with the NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.
• Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable education opportunities and training as required.
• Maintain inventory, readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life‑saving tools, equipment and facilities. Maintain certifications and personal records of certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of NSB Fire Department policies and procedures, firefighting and emergency services techniques and procedures, and related safety and legal issues.
• Knowledge of fire‑ground operations safety.
• Knowledge of pre‑hospital practices.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques to present training program.
• Knowledge and ability to use emergency response vehicles, specialized fire department and personal protective equipment and gear, rescue equipment and emergency medical equipment and tools.
• Skill in planning, organizing and scheduling technical training classes.
• Skills in establishing rapport with small and large groups to facilitate effective training opportunities.
• Skill in effectively presenting information in a classroom environment.

• High school graduate or G.E.D., or a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.

• Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee required certifications within six months of hire.
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.