Salary by position: Firefighter - $47,862.50-$69,400.63 Firefighter/EMT - $52,768.41-$76,514.19 Firefighter/Paramedic - $52,768.41-$76,514.19
plus incentive ($8,100-$10,500 annualized).
This position responds to fire and other emergency incidents to suppress fires, rescue victims, provide emergency medical care, and perform other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
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Knowledge of the operation of all apparatus and equipment and methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires.
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Knowledge of firefighting standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment.
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Knowledge of rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures of the department.
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Knowledge of equipment maintenance principles.
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Knowledge of hydrant locations, water systems and water mains.
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Knowledge of local, state, and federal fire codes.
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Knowledge of hazardous materials.
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Skill in the operation of all firefighting, rescue and other equipment, including motor vehicles.
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Skill in extrication techniques.
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Skill in the use of a computer and a records management system.
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Skill in the use of radios and communication equipment.
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Skill in interpersonal relations.
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Skills in oral and written communication.
Additional Knowledge Required by the Position:
Firefighter:
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Knowledge of emergency medical protocols, principles, and practices.
Firefighter EMT:
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Knowledge of emergency medical standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment.
Firefighter/Paramedic:
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Knowledge of emergency medical standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment.
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Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Firefighter & Firefighter EMT:
The Fire Lieutenant assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.
Firefighter/Paramedic:
The Fire Lieutenant /EMT/ Paramedic assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.
GUIDELINES
Firefighter & Firefighter EMT:
Guidelines include local, state, and federal laws and regulations; medical protocols; and City and Department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
Firefighter/Paramedic:
Guidelines include local, state, and federal laws and regulations; medical protocols; and City and Department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
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The work consists of varied fire suppression, emergency medical, and other emergency response duties. The variety of emergency situations encountered contributes to the complexity of the work.
Additional Complexity/Scope of Work by the Position:
Firefighter:
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The work consists of related fire suppression and other emergency response duties. The variety of emergency situations encountered contributes to the complexity of the work.
Firefighter EMT/Paramedic
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The work consists of related fire suppression, emergency medical, and other emergency response duties. The variety of emergency situations encountered contributes to the complexity of the work.
CONTACTS
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Contacts are typically with co-workers, other City employees, representatives of other emergency response agencies, local business owners, and the public.
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Contacts typically give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and educate the public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work is typically performed intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
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The work is typically performed in an office, except while at fire or other emergency scenes. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, extreme temperatures, hazardous situations, and inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective clothing and devices.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Firefighter – None
Firefighter/EMT – None
Firefighter/Paramedic - This position may have functional supervision over assigned personnel during medical calls.
**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if they work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.