Emergency Services Operations Officer PARAMEDIC; Part-time

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Location:

121 Deer Run Trail, Climbing Hill, IA 51015

Compensation: FLSA 207K Wage Plan, Full-Time, 2760 hours per year

Primary work requires medical, fire, technical and administrative skills in emergency planning, response, and recovery for the County. The employee exercises independent judgment and discretion under the direction of the County Emergency Services Director.

• Respond to medical and fire emergencies promptly.
• Recruit and train volunteers.
• Coordinate and perform daily operational services of the Emergency Operations Center.
• Coordinate response to emergencies and disasters.
• Coordinate disaster management assessment, recovery effort and mitigation efforts.
• Train public and group entities on emergency preparedness, warnings, and measures.
• Plan and provide emergency services education for public and private entities, including groups and individuals.
• Participate in meetings on Disaster and Emergency services issues, providing information and answers.
• Assist in planning and directing plans among local and state emergency departments and emergency responders.
• Prepare short- and long-range plans and department records.
• Develop volunteer resources supporting disaster and Emergency planning, response, and recovery.
• Maintain operational Emergency Operations Center readiness 24/7, including equipment, grounds, and communications.
• Respond to emergencies as EMS/Fire first responder when necessary.
• Monitor weather conditions.
• Complete necessary paperwork and reports required by state or local government.
• Protect life and property within the County following legal procedures.
• Provide first aid, public relations, and public information programs to citizens.
• Conduct demonstrations, educational seminars, and public relations programs related to community safety and property protection.
• Supervise assigned department personnel, paid and volunteer, including training, instruction, assignment, performance evaluation, and discipline.
• Catch and confine stray animals.
• Act as liaison and counsel with other departments, agencies, and organizations.
• Participate in disaster services and emergency planning workshops and conferences at local, state, regional levels.
• Perform routine administrative and clerical work.
• Perform other duties under direction of the County Emergency Services Director.
• Attendance is required.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year of public contact work involving planning, organizing, or controlling resources, or 30 semester hours of college coursework per year of experience.
• Paramedic Certification and CPR Certification required.
• Preferred Firefighter I Certification.
• Certifications:
  
  National Incident Management System (NIMS), Jump/Jam Start, Mandatory Reporter, Operational Hazmat.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications from Iowa Firefighters Association and Emergency Services Department.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and present effective work methods.
• Knowledge of state and federal emergency response guidelines.
• Ability to recruit and train volunteers (preferred).
• Physical ability to lift 50–85 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Pass physical examination, back screen, vision, hearing, DOT drug screen, and background check.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. A valid driver’s license and insurance are required. Must have Parametric and CPR certification. Candidate must pass physical examination, back screen, vision, hearing, DOT drug screen, and background check before employment. Clear spoken English is required. Attendance is required.

Woodbury County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

• Paid Vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Worker's compensation
• Iowa Public Employee's Retirement System
• Vision Insurance
• Discounted membership rate for Four Seasons Health Club