Entry Level Firefighter EMT

JOB
Core Values: All employees of South County Fire are expected to hold themselves accountable for upholding and demonstrating our core values at all times: Integrity, Humility, Compassion, Family, and Trust. Summary: This company-level position performs emergency and non-emergency services including fire suppression, basic life support (BLS) emergency medical services, execution of training drills, inspection and maintenance of fire equipment and high value apparatus, safety and enhancing morale through leadership by example. The Firefighter EMT shall report to and is responsible to the Captain, who will evaluate performance. Optimum performance is achieved based on the Firefighter's ability to adequately perform all facets of the job duties and responsibilities. The shift Firefighter shall work an assigned shift schedule in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Participates in training activities, pre-fire planning, inspections, and other company programs that enhance a high state of readiness to respond to all emergency situations. Participation in specialized areas of fire service responsibility such as hazardous materials training, facility and equipment maintenance, and rescue techniques and capability is also required. Communicates with a culturally diverse community in a tactful and effective manner under emergency stress or property-/life-threatening situations. This may involve managing individuals in a highly agitated state. Rides in and/or drives department apparatus, as required. Attends all meetings and training sessions, as required by local, state, and contractual requirements. Delivers/administers Basic Life Support (BLS) emergency medical services and transportation to injured and ill patients in accordance with local, state, and nationally recognized standards. Performs fire suppression activities and tasks including pump operations, ladder operations, salvage duties, raising and climbing ladders, removing persons from danger; uses chemical extinguishing agents and other tools and equipment as required. Assists in extricating trapped victims or moving obstacles in order to obtain access to patients. Pursues on-going career development and educational advancement to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to responsibilities. Other Job Duties: May be provisionally appointed as acting Captain on a voluntary basis when minimum time in grade and requirements are fulfilled. Other duties as assigned within the scope of this job description.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The following requirements must be met, or you will not move forward in the hiring process.Minimum Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old at time of application.High school diploma or G.E.D.Valid driver's license.Applicants are required to complete the Firefighter written exam through Public Safety Testing (PST) before applying.National Registry or Washington State certified EMT*.All new hire firefighters are required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program.South County Fire is a tobacco-free, drug-free and alcohol-free workplace.Required Documents: The following documents must be attached to your electronic application. Applicants who do not include these items exactly as described will be disqualified: Current resume. Current EMT certification*. Your certification must meet these requirements: National Registry or Washington State (Department of Health) EMT Certification only.We do not accept out-of-state certifications. We do not accept any other BLS, first aid, or other certifications or courses, including Red Cross. Documents clearly showing your name, issuing agency, and expiration date. Documents without an expiration date or with dates that are expired are not acceptable. *If you are not currently certified, but in the process of becoming certified with National Registry EMT or Washington State Department of Health, you will be required to provide certification via email prior to application deadline or you will be disqualified.If claiming Veterans Preference: Attach copy of DD 214 form.Preferred Qualifications: IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications.IFSAC HazMat Operations certificate.The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.South County Fire is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, South County Fire will ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided upon request to persons with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application, interview, or testing process, please contact the HR Manager, at HR@southsnofire.org.