Part Time Paramedic Supervisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

**This listing is for FULL-TIME APPLICANTS ONLY** If you are interested in part-time employment with Burnet Fire Department, please go to the Part-Time listing to apply.The City of Burnet Fire Department is accepting Firefighter/Paramedic or Paramedic Only applicants. Paramedic Only applicants will be required to successfully complete Fire Academy once hired.Salary Information:Firefighter/Paramedic:$75,807.88-$91,727.53Paramedic Only:$70,230.16-$84,978.49JOB SUMMARY:To provide emergency firefighting, rescue and basic and/or Paramedic level medical care to residents of the community.Under the general direction of the assigned supervisor, the Firefighter/Paramedic position provides basic and/or advanced life support and firefighting work in the treatment of the sick or injured and firefighting duties in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires along with other rescue related duties as necessary. Additionally, the position is expected to learn and understand equipment maintenance and safety techniques to ensure safe and effective operations for the department.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:Perform basic firefighting operations including but not limited to: Respond to fire alarms; drive fire apparatus, ambulance and other auxiliary equipment; lay and connect hose; hold nozzles and directs fog or water streams; raise and climb ladders; use fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment.Respond to motor vehicle accidents and other incidents whereby extrication must be performed using hand and high-pressure hydraulic tools.Respond to medical emergencies; provides treatment for patients using basic and advanced life support.Transport the sick and injured to appropriate medical facilities while continuing medical care enroute.Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property, cleans and polishes floors, cleans restrooms and other public and firefighter access areas, repairs property and equipment; washes, cleans, polishes fire apparatus.Memorize City facilities, streets, hydrants, sprinkler connections, and FD key boxes.Conduct public education programs, fire inspections, and pre-fire planning activities.Maintain high standard of professional appearance, attitude, and customer service at all times.Answer and forward incoming phone calls.Greet and assist public in matters appropriate to the position or refer to a supervisor.Prepare and submits reports as directed.Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.Professional Development - This function requires the employee to successfully complete training and continuing education as required by professional standards and the City in a timely manner as required by City and State mandates.Demonstrate high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and personal integrity. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the work shift or agreed upon hours 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of department's processes.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS, CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:High school graduation or its equivalent.A minimum one year work experience as certified Firefighter/Paramedic or Paramedic only.ORAny equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Must be 18 years of age.Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.Certifications and Licenses Required:Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certified Structural Firefighter preferred, but not required if candidate is a certified Paramedic;Applicant must possess a Paramedic level certification from TDSHS.Valid Class B Exempt driver's license, or ability to obtain within six months of employment, and maintain a good driving record throughout employment as defined by City policy.Completion of a FEMA certified National Incident or equivalent.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Emergency medical care to the paramedic level.Local codes related to emergencies, state statutes, and city ordinances.The procedures and methods used in safely and comfortably handling/treating patients.Pre-hospital patientcare for advanced and basic life support.Fire suppression and prevention methods, procedures and techniques.Principles and practices of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.Current safety practices and procedures involved in the fire service.Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.SKILLS/ABILITIES:Perform fire suppression and rescue activities.Pre-hospital emergency medical care to the paramedic level of certification.Operate computers, including word processing and spreadsheet software.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public in the course of work.Read and interpret manuals, policies, and other documents.Learn how to use and safely operate medical equipment.Learn how to use and safely operate firefighting equipment.Communicate both orally and in writing, ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to think clearly and use independent judgement in routine and any occurring non-routine situations.Perform competently in dynamic, highly stressful situations.Work extended hours and days to meet operational needs.Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, regulations and City Policy.Operate modern office equipment and computers including applicable software applicationsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 165 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Environment: Works in emergency conditions that may involve extreme danger and exertion under hazardous conditions to include but not limited to flames, smoke, hazardous materials, cramped conditions, charged or oxygen deficient atmospheres, downed power lines, victims with severe injuries/death and inclement weather.Employee will generally be assigned to rotating shifts, consisting of 48 hours on duty followed by 96 hours off duty. Some assignments of day shifts, consisting of 40-hour workweeks, typically eight hours per day, may be required.Physical: Must be able to wear all assigned bunker gear and perform related emergency scene duties effectively and efficiently. Be able to frequently lift and carry heavy weights, climb, walk, run, drive vehicles, crawl, stoop, push, pull, jump, grasp hoses, grasp and manipulate small objects, work on unsteady footing and use other emergency and firefighting equipment as required.Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate equipment.Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.DISCLAIMER:This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The City of Burnet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.The City reserves the right to change or revise the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.BENEFITS:Insurance:100% Employer paid options for Employee only level Medical, Dental, Life/ADD, Long-Term Disability, and Telemedicine Membership coverages.City pays up to 50% of Medical premium cost for child coverage.City pays up to 20% of Medical premium cost for spouse coverage.Supplemental Options available for Life, Cancer, Critical Illness, Accident, and Short-Term Disability policies.City Paid EAPRetirement:Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)2:1 Match with employee contributions at 7%; Employer 14% of gross.10-year vesting20-year service retirementOption to apply service credit for military and other public service time.Additional Benefits:13 City Paid HolidaysPaid vacation and sick leave.
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