Grade
Job Class
Work Comp
EEO Class/Code
Tier Status
FS-4
FS-5
FS-6
Non-Supervisory
7704
4/Protective Service Workers
1
Candidates will be hired in as a Firefighter, Firefighter-EMT or Firefighter-Paramedic, depending upon their licensure.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives up to $5,000 are available to candidates with a Paramedic license.
NATURE OF JOB:
This is a skilled and technical journey level position within the firefighting and emergency medical series. Employees within this class engage directly in all aspects of firefighting, fire prevention, and hazardous materials mitigation functions, provision of advanced life support services, the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus, and rescue apparatus, ambulances and equipment. Employees in this class work under the immediate supervision of a Fire Lieutenant/EMT or Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic, however, considerable independent judgment and initiative is exercised in carrying out the daily operations.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Knowledge of policies and procedures of the Bay County Fire Rescue and EMS Divisions.
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Knowledge of CPR and advanced life support procedures.
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Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and uses of modern firefighting/EMS apparatus and equipment including rescue, ambulance, aerial and pumping apparatus.
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Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with public.
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Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Ability to get along with co-workers.
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Ability to conduct and participate in all phases of firefighting and EMS operations
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Ability to show proficiency in all phases of operations as outlined in NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1002.
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Ability to work irregular hours including weekends, holidays and extended hours during emergency, disaster or other situations influenced by workload or staffing difficulties.
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Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
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Ability to fill out fire and EMS patient reports and keep accurate records of daily activities.
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Ability to plan and conduct routine work assignments and carry out orders without direct supervision.
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Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities including successful completion of yearly medical evaluation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust. The employee may be required to perform in high humidity and in elevated temperatures as well as limited access, enclosed spaces. While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with County staff, other organizations and the public.
Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.
This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and includes completing and successfully passing medical evaluations and/or clearances.
Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Ability to lift and carry patients weighing in excess of 250 pounds, with assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to the patient or themselves. Lifts people and equipment of 100+ pounds; extensive, or considerable standing/walking; Lifts positions, pushes and/or transfers patients; lifts supplies/equipment; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing treatments.