Firefighter Paramedic

Frenchtown Charter Township, Monroe, Michigan is seeking to establish an eligibility list from which to hire Full Time Firefighter Paramedics. The Frenchtown Fire Department was formed as an all-volunteer fire department in 1949 and has evolved into a combination fire department that provides fire suppression, Advanced Life Support (ALS) Emergency Medical Services, rescue services, and hazardous materials response to the community of nearly 22,000 residents. The community encompasses 43.3 square miles of industrial, suburban, rural, waterfront and recreational areas. The Department is also incredibly involved in many community activities to educate the public in fire and accident prevention.

The successful candidates must be seeking a fast paced, growing department, and have the desire to deliver state-of-the-art fire-rescue services to the community. Additionally, successful candidates must possess characteristics of an outstanding fire service professional including honesty, integrity, dedication, caring, leadership skills and must believe in teamwork.
Candidates should review the job description for additional requirements and information.

Qualified and interested candidates are to submit a cover letter, resume, three professional reference letters, copies of all related certifications and licenses, a current passing Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and written test certificates or proof of scheduled test date(s) for completion through the Conference of Western Wayne County Firefighter Testing Program or equivalent and complete the Township's application packet. Please upload a copy of all documents required with your Resume as part of the application. You will be required to show the actual certificate of CPAT prior to any interview.

General purpose of the Firefighter:

To protect life, limb, and property by performing the firefighting, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, fire prevention duties, maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and department facilities. Under the direct supervision of the Lieutenants, Fire Captains, and the Fire Chief.

Application Requirements include the following:

• Citizen of the United States.

• High School diploma or equivalent, minimum of 18 years old.

• A valid Michigan driver's license and an insurable driving record are required, along with the ability to complete specialized driver's training courses related to emergency vehicles. Must have and maintain a good driving record.

• Certificate of passing the Conference of Western Wayne Firefighter Testing Program or equivalent or proof of scheduled test date for completion. Original and non expired certificate required.

www.schoolcraft.edu/testing for more information or available test dates.

• No conviction of any crime that, in the judgment of the department, impacts the ability to perform duties as a firefighter.

• Must pass a physical exam with drug screen, including vision/hearing tests, and will be required to take a psychological exam prior to hire.

• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

• Michigan Fire Fighter Training Council Fire Fighter I and II Certification preferred, will train current licensed Paramedics once hired.

• Michigan Fire Fighter Training Council Hazardous Materials Operations Level Certification preferred, will train current licensed Paramedics once hired.

• Licensed State of Michigan Paramedic or currently enrolled in a State of Michigan approved Paramedic program near completion.

• Shall continue to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

• Maintains licensure and certifications in all areas currently provided for by the Township.

• Having a working knowledge of computers and the ability to enter data and information. Versed in modern software programs.

• Ability to work effectively under stress in emergency conditions.

• Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy in contentions or confrontational situations.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with other firefighters and rescue personnel and the public.

Essential Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each essential function satisfactorily.

• Performs various firefighting activities. Including but not limited to driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, executing fire containment, extinguishment, ventilation and overhaul tasks.

• Actively participates in training, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medicine, hazardous materials and related subjects.

• Performs marine activities. Including but not limited to operating the department watercraft. Perform water and ice rescue activities.

• Acts as a dispatcher; answers phone calls; reports important and necessary information to the on-duty officer; maintains logs of emergency calls and station duties.

• Restores and maintains trucks and equipment to ensure they are operational and ready for emergencies.

• Carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, City and Local laws and ordinances.

• Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.

• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of the fire facilities, grounds and equipment.

• Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.

• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.

• Performs salvage operations.

• Assists in department supervisory and administrative activities as assigned.

• Attend training and meetings as required or scheduled.

• May serve as a member on various employee committees.

• May instruct classes in assigned subject areas.

• Accurately and thoroughly completes departmental records and reports.

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, or related or logical assignment to the position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• Ability to apply standard firefighting, emergency medical services, hazardous materials and fire prevention techniques.

• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks during emergencies, training or station activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of heights, smoke and adverse weather conditions.

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

• Ability to follow verbal and written commands and orders.

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.

• Shall maintain at a minimum a Michigan Paramedic license. Failure will result in termination.

• Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment such as fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, self-contained breathing apparatus and other standard firefighting equipment and computers.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee's environment can range from the fire station setting to highly dangerous fire suppression or other rescue situations. Physical demands, therefore, range from sitting to the enormous physical exertion associated with firefighting. The following physical demands and environmental characteristics will be encountered by employees at varying frequencies while performing the duties of this job; standing, walking, running, using hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; swimming, talking, hearing and smelling.

The employee is also required to lift and/or move objects of very heavy weight. Vision is required in the position. The employee must maintain the physical ability to perform the duties of the job. While firefighting, the employee is exposed to fire, wet and/or humid conditions, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, moving mechanical parts, vibration and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment can vary from quiet while in the station house to very loud at fire scenes.

Total Compensation Package including Health Care, Defined Contribution, Retiree health savings account, Holiday Pay and more. Lateral Experience Pay Available.