Salary : $20.11 Hourly
Location : Kerrville
Job Type : Regular Full-Time
Job Number : 2025-00004
Department : Fire / EMS Department
Division : Fire / EMS Department
Opening Date : 01 / 22 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Job Summary
Perform emergency medical services for the community. Respond to emergency calls of injured or sick patients. Provide Inter-facility transfers to and from hospitals, nursing homes or other requested locations while providing medical care as needed. Assist in the maintenance of equipment and facilities and perform minor administrative functions.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
This information is intended to be descriptive of the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.
- Performs emergency medical services by responding to emergency calls, performing basic and advanced life support, providing inter-facility transfer locally and regionally, restocking, decontamination, and performing other duties as necessary to save lives.
- Conducts public tours of facilities, providing public education regarding EMS and safety, maintaining continuing education and physical training.
- Performs light building and vehicle maintenance duties.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KnowledgeKnowledge of department rules, regulations policies and procedures.General knowledge of EMS prehospital care for medical and trauma patients, equivalent to DSHS certification level.Knowledge of Department of State Health Services (DSHS) codes and rules related to DSHS certification level.Knowledge of City maps and locations of streets and response routes.SkillsSkill in operating and driving an ambulance in a safe, proficient, and professional manner during non-emergency and emergency responses.
Skill in the administration of emergency medical techniques, patient assessment and the use of specialized equipment.Skill in oral, verbal and written communications.Skill in use of a computer and proficiency with MS Office and other field related software.AbilitiesAbility to react quickly and calmly in emergencies and to direct the work of coworkers in emergency situations.
Ability to inspect, use, operate and care for EMS equipment, equivalent to DSHS certification level.Ability to maintain BLS certification.Ability to swim proficiently and to demonstrate such in a swim test.Ability to gain physical strength and agility sufficient to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.Ability to participate in the fire department's physical fitness program.Ability to work an irregular schedule, including weekends, evenings and holidays.Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.Other CharacteristicsEnsure standards that meet or exceed the NAEMT Code of Ethics;
Ensure high ethical standards;Exemplify professionalism, integrity, commitment and teamwork as an EMT of the Fire Department;Education, Certification and Experiences
Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent.Possession of a valid Texas Class C driver's license.Must be a certified Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) at time of employment.Valid BLS Healthcare Provider certificationMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Active DSHS EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certificationValid Texas Driver's License and driving record that complies with City of Kerrville standardsSALARY AND BENEFITS
EMS Crew - EMT1 :
46,011.68 / yr. = $3,834.31 / mo. Base Pay plus Certification & Education Pay, if qualifiedEMT Basic, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic certification required upon hire
Schedule : 12 hr. Shiftwork : 0700 - 1900 with 2 shifts on & 2 shifts offCertification & Education Pay :
DSHS Certification Pay : DOQ600 / yr. = $ 50 / mo. EMT Basic
900 / yr. = $ 75 / mo. Advanced EMT4,200 / yr. = $350 / mo. Paramedic Level I5,100 / yr. = $425 / mo. Paramedic Level II (after probation)Specialty Team Pay : $300 / yr. = $25 / mo. Per TeamTechnical Rescue Team, Special Operations Unit, and Field Training Officer
Step Pay Plan :3% every year to a max
Longevity pay = $48 per each year of serviceTexas Municipal Retirement SystemEmployee contributes 7%, City match 2 : 1, vested in 5 years
Core Benefits Package - $10,959 paid by City for employeeMedical : 100% of employee coverage paid by City
67% of family coverage paid by City
Dental : 100% of employee coverage paid by City17% of family coverage paid by City
Life and Accidental Death : 100% of employee coverage paid by CityLong-Term Disability : 100% of employee coverage paid by CityOptional Benefits : Vision, short term disability, life and accidental death availableFringe Benefits PackageAnnual Day Pass to the Kerrville-Schreiner Park
Tuition Reimbursement ProgramUniformsAnnual Accrued Leave192 hours of Holiday (14 / holidays)
144 hours of Vacation (12hrs. / mo.)144 hours of Sick Leave (12hrs. / mo.)Entrance Examination Process :
Physical Ability Test (PAT) : Fire Station #3 - 3225 Legion DriveMandatory testing : Date & Time TBDVoluntary practice : Must call to schedule.PAF study material - refer to : https : / / www.kerrvilletx.gov / 1539 / Hiring-Testing-InformationKFD Entrance Interview : Fire Administration, 87 Coronado DriveInterviews : Date & Time TBDApplication must be received : OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Online application available at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / kerrville or https : / / www.kerrvilletx.gov /
Salary : $300
