What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dual Role Firefighter/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic position at TOWN OF BRATTLEBORO?
Description
Job Description :
Title : Dual Role Firefighter / EMT / AEMT / Paramedic
Department : Fire Department
Nature of work :
This position is responsible for performing fire suppression, emergency medical, hazardous materials, technical rescue, training, and fire prevention activities and in the maintenance and operation of department apparatus and equipment.
- Residency Requirements : All Brattleboro Fire Department Employees must reside in Brattleboro or within 15 miles (or approximately 60 minutes) of Central Fire Station, 103 Elliot St., as determined by Google Maps. Residency approval is subject to evaluation by the Fire Chief or their designee and the Union President.
Work Schedule : Platoons may be scheduled as examples :
Compensation : FY 2025 per current collective bargaining agreement.
Firefighter / EMT starting at $54,559.44, Including certification incentives.
Firefighter / AEMT starting at $56,168.84, Including certification incentives.
Firefighter / Paramedic starting at $59,353.84, Including certification incentives.
Supervision Received : Receives general supervision from superior officers but must be able to act without direct supervision in emergencies.
Supervision Exercised : Exercises supervision only when the employee is designated to act in the capacity of an officer in the absence of an officer.
Essential Responsibilities :
Non-Essential Duties and Tasks : The responsibilities and duties listed above are examples of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Competencies Needed :
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills a qualifying, unless specifically stated as required.
Work Environment : Must pass a Town of Brattleboro physical examination prior to employment. Firefighters should be strong team members, able to think quickly under pressure, react to always changing situations, and able to communicate effectively. Must be physically fit to perform the duties of the position, have good overall physical health, personal mobility, and the ability to work over long periods of time in less-than-ideal situations and in all weather conditions. Must be able to work from heights and in confined spaces. Bending, reaching, pulling, lifting, and occasionally moving up to 100 pounds are all necessary. Basic use of computer and keyboard. Must be able to work in a high-noise environment with frequent interruptions. Occasional evenings or weekends on day(s) off for trainings, special program events or meetings. Must have the ability to drive a motor vehicle and have access to reliable transportation. Must pass an annual physical.
Union Status : Represented by Firefighters Association, Local 4439. New employees are on probation for 1 year from date of hire or transfer.
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Employee (hourly).
The Town of Brattleboro is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ applicants, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply recognizing and respecting those diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service.
Requirements
Must be able to pass a thorough state and national criminal background checks, adult & child abuse registries, Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory -3 ( MMPI - 3 ) screening, medical examination, drug test and not be listed on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) List of Excluded Individuals / Entities (LEIE), to meet the minimum requirements.
Salary : $54,559 - $59,354
