What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter I-II / EMT Basic position at City of Glenwood Springs?
Firefighter I/ EMT Basic
POSITION SUMMARY:
Works under the supervision of assigned Fire Department officers. Performs functional and administrative duties in providing EMS, rescue, firefighting and hazardous materials emergency responses.
POSITION REPORTS TO: Fire Dept Officer
DIRECT REPORTS ASSIGNED: 1
JOB LOCATION: 806 Cooper Ave, Glenwood Springs, CO or as assigned
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
CATEGORY: Fulltime
HOURS: Based on a 48/96-hour shift system
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Safely and efficiently performs EMS, rescue, firefighting, hazardous materials responses, and other emergency operations.
- Provides EMS at assigned level of certification.
- Non-emergency functional responsibilities include training, public relations and education, fire inspections, investigations, vehicle and equipment maintenance and station cleaning and maintenance.
- Follows standard operational procedures and guidelines
- Interpersonal contact with the department’s membership, the general public, business owners and staff may be necessary, maintaining professionalism as spelled out in the department’s mission statement.
- Uphold Department Mission statement: Provide Service through Dedication, Professionalism, and Excellence.
OTHER DUTIES: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Perform and occasionally supervise safe firefighting and work practices. Specifically:
- Principles and practices of modern fire suppression and prevention.
- Procedures and equipment used in modern firefighting and emergency medical response.
- Operation use and maintenance of pumps, engines, fire apparatus and equipment.
o Principles of emergency medical service provision, basic or advanced life support.
o Proficiency in operating within the Incident Command System
o Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
- Geography and street layout of the City and district.
- Methods and techniques of public relations and instruction related to fire suppression and prevention.
- Deal effectively with upset or emotional persons or patients.
- Think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- As assigned, drive fire apparatus or ambulance safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
- Prepare a variety of technical and operational reports.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
Necessary:
- Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Must possess current certifications in all the following:
- Obtain Firefighter II within 2 years of employment
- Colorado State EMT Certificate
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR for Health Care Providers Certificate
- Hazardous Materials/Operations Level
- Complete ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within 1 year of employment.
- Obtain and maintain NWCG Firefighter type 2 or greater qualification within 1 year of employment
- Must pass annual Physical Ability Test & NWCG Arduous Pack Test.
- Must be able to pass preliminary testing, such as Physical Ability Test (or present a current CPAT certificate), pre-employment entrance exam with a passing score, and a psychological evaluation.
- A Physical Ability Test video is available at: http://www.cogs.us/503/Physical-Ability-Test
- Ability and willingness to enroll in, attend, and complete paramedic school in a time frame determined by the Fire Chief.
Firefighter II / EMT Basic
POSITIONSUMMARY:
Works under the supervision of assigned Fire Department officers. Performs functional and administrative duties in providing EMS, rescue, firefighting, and hazardous materials emergency responses.
POSITION REPORTS TO: Fire Department Officer
DIRECTREPORTS ASSIGNED: 1
JOB LOCATION: 806 Cooper Avenue, Glenwood Springs CO or as assigned
FLSASTATUS: Non-Exempt
CATEGORY: Full-Time
HOURS: Based on a 48/96-hour shift system
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Safely and efficiently performs EMS, rescue, firefighting, hazardous materials responses, and other emergency operations.
- Provides EMS at assigned level of certification.
- Non-emergency functional responsibilities include training, public relations and education, fire. inspections, investigations, vehicle and equipment maintenance and station cleaning and maintenance.
- Follows standard operational procedures and guidelines.
- Participation with enhanced delivery of in-house FF specific training and additional work assignments as assigned.
- Interpersonal contact with the department’s membership, the general public, business owners and staff may be necessary, maintaining professionalism as spelled out in the department’s mission statement.
- Uphold Department Mission statement: Provide Service through Dedication, Professionalism, and Excellence.
OTHER DUTIES: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Perform and occasionally supervise safe firefighting and work practices. Specifically:
- Principles and practices of modern fire suppression and prevention.
- Procedures and equipment used in modern firefighting and emergency medical response.
- Operation use and maintenance of pumps, engines, fire apparatus and equipment. o Principles of emergency medical service provision, basic or advanced life support. o Proficiency in operating within the Incident Command System
- Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Geography and street layout of the City and district.
o Methods and techniques of public relations and instruction related to fire suppression and prevention.
- Deal effectively with upset or emotional persons or patients.
- Think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- As assigned, drive fire apparatus or ambulance safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
- Prepare a variety of technical and operational reports.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
Necessary:
- Must possess a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Must possess current certifications in all the following:
- Colorado State FFII
- Colorado State EMT Certificate
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR for Health Care Providers Certificate
- Hazardous Materials/Operations Level
- Complete ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within 1 year of employment.
· Obtain and maintain NWCG Firefighter type 2 or greater qualification within 1 year of employment Must pass annual Physical Ability Test & NWCG Arduous Pack Test.
- Must be able to pass preliminary testing, such as Physical Ability Test (or present a current CPAT certificate), pre-employment entrance exam with a passing score, and a psychological evaluation.
- A Physical Ability Test video is available at: http://www.cogs.us/503/Physical-Ability-Test
Desired:
- Ability and willingness to enroll in, attend, and complete paramedic school.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.92 - $25.96 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $22 - $26
