What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lieutenant- 3 Positions (Internal-Employees only) position at Putnam County, FL BOCC?

Salary : $62,695.36 Annually

Location : 410 South State Road 19 - Palatka, FL

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 24-048

Department : Emergency Services

Opening Date : 11 / 19 / 2024

General Description

This is a full-time, hourly position that reports to the Captain or Battalion Chief. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the station and the rescue unit to which they are assigned by the shift supervisor. Performs as a Paramedic in charge of a rescue unit. Supervision is two-fold, i.e., medically in accordance with established procedures, training, supervision; and administratively through assisting the shift supervisor in the overall operation of the shift and related assigned duties.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assumes command of the shift in the absence of the shift supervisor.
Responsible for the operation of assigned rescue unit.
Insures proper care and maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and station.
Serves as the paramedic in charge of a rescue unit.
Is responsible for stocking of supplies, inventory, and cleaning of apparatus, station, and equipment.
Insures that proper and accurate records and reports are maintained as required by established rules and regulations.
Reports any mechanical problems to the shift captain.
Assists the shift captain with the operation of the shift.
Is directly responsible for carrying out duties as assigned.
May be required to assist with emergency support functions (ESF) in the EOC during emergencies or other related emergency duties.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must possess all knowledge, abilities, and skills of a Paramedic.

Knowledge of current Standards of Care as dictated in the County EMS Standard Operating Procedures Manual.

Knowledge of the topography of the County.

Knowledge of relevant County ordinances, established EMS procedures, and Florida EMS rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of an emergency vehicle and emergency medical service.

Knowledge of the methods and changes in the medical service field.

Ability to supervise Emergency Medical Service personnel and Firefighting Personnel as the situation dictates.

Adaptive leadership ability.

Must possess the intermediate skills of the Paramedical classification.

Maintain a good working relationship with the EMS medical director.

May be required to assist with emergency support functions (ESF) in the EOC during emergencies or other related emergency duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Enrollment in an Associate's Degree Program or higher desired.

Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience as a Florida certified Paramedic.

Must be employed as a full time Paramedic with Putnam County Fire Rescue for the last three current consecutive years.

No comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Ability to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Must possess and maintain both Florida Paramedic certification and AHA / Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification. An equal certification that meets or exceeds AHA Standards for Advance Life Support is acceptable.

Certification of completion of a Florida approved E.V.O.C. or defensive driving course.

Must possess and maintain current BLS for Healthcare providers, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support, certifications.

Must be approved by the EMS Medical Director to practice as a Paramedic.

Must be a Florida Certified Firefighter II or equivalent.

Any certifications, licenses, or registrations as required. Any other certifications, licenses, or registrations required by Florida Law or as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Must be certified as Fire Officer 1.

Certification required in ICS 100,200,300,700,800.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

As required by Florida Paramedic certification.

Must be physically able to perform the job duties.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Emergency conditions.

Outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability or disabilities.)

EOE / VPE / ADA / E-VERIFY Employer

An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families today, and as they plan for their future. Below is a summary of the County Benefits for full-time employees :

CORE BENEFITS

Medical / Health Insurance

Employee Life Insurance (up to $50,000)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Florida Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

OPTIONAL BENEFITS

Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance

Deferred Retirement Program (ICMA, Nationwide, & Valic)

Flexible Spending Accounts - Putnam County pays the monthly administrative fees.

Tuition Assistance Program - Subject to budgetary constraints.

FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his / her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (for Board of County Commissioner employees only) Regular, full-time employees are eligible for reimbursement of educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Department for program details.

HOLIDAYS are as follows :

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Good Friday

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veteran's Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

Birthday Holiday - (for Board of County Commissioner employees only)

ANNUAL (VACATION) LEAVE - All regular full-time employees assigned to a 37.50 work week will earn 90 hours to 150 hours, depending on classification and length of service. All regular full-time employees assigned to a 40 hour work week will earn 96 hours to 160 hours, depending on classification and length of service. Note : Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees.

SICK LEAVE - All regular full-time employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 13 days per year. Regular part time employees will accrue sick leave on a pro-rata basis. Note : Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees.

OTHER BENEFITS

Bereavement Leave

Cost Saving Incentive Program

Employee of the Quarter Program

Jury Duty Pay

Salary : $62,695

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