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City of Stuart, FL

Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Stuart, FL, Stuart, Florida, United States, 34994


Salary :

$64,671.36 Annually

Location :

Stuart

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

R00084

Department:

Fire Rescue

Opening Date:

10/26/2023

Closing Date:

1/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Under supervision of the Fire Rescue Lieutenant, Battalion Chief or Operations Chief and subordinate to the Fire Chief, Operations Chief, Battalion Chief and Fire Rescue Lieutenant, renders basic and advanced life support care to the sick and injured, rescues persons and property from danger, performs fire suppression activities, applies emergency rescue techniques, provides public education, and prevention duties. While emergency responses constitute the primary focus of a Fire Medic's responsibility, considerable time is spent in study, training, inspecting and maintaining equipment and apparatus. Duties involve an element of personal danger and incumbents must be capable of functioning as an integral part of a work unit in order to ensure the safe and efficient performance of duties. Work is performed in accordance with the rules, regulations, Standard Operating Guidelines, and other such authorities, which are applicable to the position. Work is reviewed through observation, verbally or through written reports for adherence to established policies and procedures. While engaged in the provision of emergency medical treatment, the Fire-Medic supervises on scene personnel solely for the purposes of assuring the provision of proper emergency medical treatment and care of patients. May assume the responsibilities of a Fire Rescue Lieutenant in an acting assignment provided incumbent has met all promotional eligibility requirements for that position and successfully completed the department's A.L.T. training program. May assume the responsibilities of a Fire Apparatus Driver-Engineer provided the incumbent has met all of the department's requirements for that position and has successfully completed the department's D.E. training program.

Examples of Essential Functions

Responds to emergencies with a fire company or rescue unit, drives fire apparatus or rescue vehicles to and from emergencies.

Responds to fires or other emergencies; operates pumps, aerial ladders, ground ladders, and mechanical accessories.

Answers medical emergencies with a rescue unit as an advanced life support unit or with an engine company as a basic or advanced life support unit.

Removes, extracts, and rescues persons from danger.

Recognizes acute symptoms requiring immediate care; administers life-saving rescue procedures to injured or afflicted persons

May be assigned to a rescue or engine crew.

Prepares required paperwork and reports.

Connects hose to hydrants and pumps; joins hose sections and connects nozzles to hose; enters burning buildings with or without hose lines, extinguishes fires.

Operates hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment extinguishing fires; raises and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to remove smoke and gasses.

Makes daily inspections of apparatus and equipment and notifies supervisor of defects; performs cleaning and maintenance tasks in and about assigned station; replenishes required supplies.

Aides in the mitigation of other emergencies as directed by supervisory personnel.

Attends training sessions in emergency medical care, firefighting methods, equipment operation, rescue procedures, hazardous materials mitigation and related subjects. May conduct training and drills in these and other areas.

Recognizes hazardous material situations; makes identification of unknown substances through the use of specialized testing equipment; assists with the set-up of decontamination procedures.

Provides educational information and lectures to community organizations and schools on fire safety and the profession.

Provides training in emergency medical treatment and care to Department personnel, FireMedic Interns, Rescue EMT Interns, and students. May serve as a Preceptor to Fire-Medic Interns.

While engaged in the administration of emergency medical treatment, supervises on scene personnel in the proper treatment and care, and is responsible for in the proper treatment and care of patients.

May supervise subordinate personnel such as probationary firefighters, Fire-Medic Interns, Rescue EMT Interns, and students.

NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; must have and maintain a State of Florida certification as a Firefighter, Basic Life Support CPR certificate and Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider (ACLS) certificate. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Paramedic Certification, and function as a "checked off" Paramedic with the City of Stuart Fire Rescue.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class "E" Driver's License and certificate of completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC).

Supplemental Information

Please review the full job description for this position by clicking on the Menu option in the upper left, and then select Class Specifications. This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.Please note: The following item is required at some point in the hiring process: Proof of a passing score on the Candidate Physical Agility Test (C-PAT). Other items may be required, as applicable.

The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace. All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.

The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP

An employer's benefits package is like a second paycheck...and the City's programming is of note. Most benefits take effect the first of the month following the first 60 days of employment, with some taking effect immediately (deferred compensation, FRS, etc.).

The City is pleased to offer:

Medical and Dental Insurance

(two medical programs and two dental programs are offered to meet your needs) - 4 tiers of coverage to choose from

Telehealth

services and prescription mail-order program

A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

offering 24/7 assistance and support (this benefit is provided to full-time and part-time employees)

An Employee Health Center (EHC)

- a benefit provided at no cost to employees and dependents on the City's health insurance

Vision Insurance

- 4 tiers of coverage to choose from

Life Insurance , Supplemental Life Insurance, and Dependent Life Insurance

Deferred compensation

through MissionSquare Retirement - several options to choose from

Retirement benefits

through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) - the City and employee share in the contributions

Supplemental insurance offerings

including AFLAC, Liberty Mutual, US Legal, Pet Benefit Solutions and Nationwide Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending

Account and

Dependent Care

Account

Long Term Disability

Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

- up to 18 credits per fiscal year with no $ limit (budget dependent; evaluated every year)

Tuition Deferral agreements

with several universities - partners with tuition reimbursement program

Comprehensive Wellness Programming

that encourages physical, emotional, nutritional, and overall wellbeing

The City also offers Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Optional Holidays, and a Birthday Day. Collective Bargaining Agreements may offer other provisions or additional benefits (such as Long-Term Disability or Short-Term Disability, at the City's expense, etc.).

To learn more about our well-rounded benefits programming, visit our website:

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I have attached proof of passing a CPAT within the prior 12 months.

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02

I have attached a valid Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance.

YesNo

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I have attached a valid Florida Paramedic License or Valid Florida EMT license.

YesNo

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I have attached an Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Certificate.

YesNo

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I have attached a valid Florida Class E Driver License.

YesNo

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I have attached a current CPR (Healthcare provider or equivalent) card and/or current ACLS (if applicable) card.

YesNo

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I have attached a copy of a high school diploma or equivalent.

YesNo

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I have attached copies of all college diplomas/degrees (if applicable).

YesNo

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I have attached a Military DD214 (if applicable).

YesNo

Required Question