Firefighter Paramedic

Job descriptions/specifications are intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and are not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of a similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Respond to emergency calls to provide fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical assistance to the public. Conduct fire prevention inspections; perform general maintenance on fire apparatus, equipment, and facilities; perform public education, and respond to and assist in mitigation of hazardous materials incidents.

This position performs work of moderate difficulty related to Advance Life Support, Fire Rescue Operations, and Fire Prevention.

(Essential functions are those functions that the individual who hold the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.)

• Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.
• Operate all types of fire operation and rescue equipment including portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, ventilation equipment, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, and emergency medical equipment.
• Operate all types of ALS emergency medical equipment utilized by Mesquite Fire Rescue Department.
• Respond to emergency medical incidents; analyze patient needs and administer emergency medical care until relieved by proper medical personnel.
• Transport sick and injured individuals from the incident scene to the appropriate hospital when deemed medically necessary and provide appropriate medical care during transport.
• Preserve evidence at fire and medical scenes.
• Participate in fire station maintenance and housekeeping.
• Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous environments including collapsed buildings, auto accidents, hazardous material spills, and confined spaces.
• Attend special instruction in firefighting and emergency medical techniques; perform drills with other staff; become familiar with city layout, established response routes and hydrant system.
• Participate in school drills, provide public information on fire prevention, first aid, CPR and career opportunities.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Protect confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and/or writing.
• Drive and operate emergency response apparatus.

• City vehicles
• Firefighting and EMS apparatus and equipment pertinent to the area or certification of expertise
• General office equipment
• Computers, electronic devices, and related software
• Personal protective equipment

Experience, Education and Training:
Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic Certification OR Southern Nevada Health District EMT Paramedic Certification OR National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Accredited Firefighter I certification.

Not required at time of application:

• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic OR Southern Nevada Health District EMT Paramedic Certification if not currently certified must be obtained within the required time frame.
• State of Nevada/IFSAC Firefighter I & II must be obtained within the required time frame. If a probationary employee does not possess a Firefighter I certification upon hire, they will be paid an annual salary of $58,589.05. Upon completion of Nevada…