Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter/Paramedic general job functions include responding to and resolving emergency and non-emergency fire, rescue, medical, hazardous materials and related incidents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities including the following: Responds to and resolves emergency and non-emergency fire, rescue, emergency medical, hazardous material and other related incidents. Directs fire streams and other extinguishing agents and processes in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations, occurrences and occupancies including structures, facilities, vehicles, agricultural settings, accident scenes, spills and other related incidents. Rescues and extricates victims from hazardous environments or entrapment from structures, vehicles, trains, monorails, aircraft, watercraft and other locations. Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed. Maintains knowledge and proficiency in medical protocols as set forth by the Medical Director. Provides basic and advanced life support medical treatment as required. Monitors and records patient's vital signs and information. Completes reports and other required documents. Communicates with on-line medical direction via radio and/or telephone. Provides a variety of non-emergency public relations, public services and assistance as required. Determines and applies rescue and emergency medical care, techniques and practices to provide immediate medical aid to the ill and injured. Provides and attends classroom and practical emergency services training and education. Works as a team member and/or individually in carrying out a variety of assignments in emergency services situations. Maintains knowledge of Department rules, regulations, policies, procedures and the labor contract. Maintains issued clothing and equipment. Conducts public education programs as assigned. Other duties may be assigned.

CFTOD is hiring Paramedics for our EMS team. There is not an established closing date at this time. Closing date will be determined at a later date based on application volume.

Initial Process: 1. Submit online application with all documents that show you meet minimum requirements to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oversightdistrict. 2. Interested candidates are required to complete the FireTEAM Written Exam (online personality/psychological test is required) via National Testing Network (NTN) as soon as possible. Scores from January 2025 and onward are valid. 3. Only candidates who pass the above required steps and are assessed by the Fire Department panel will be contacted for next steps. Once NTN testing & requirements have been completed, interested candidates should wait to be contacted further. Once NTN results are compiled, CFTOD will reach out to those selected on an "invite only" basis for the next phase of the hiring process.

Central Florida Tourism Oversight District offers all employees a comprehensive and flexible benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, and educational support.

Requirements: High school graduate or GED; State of Florida Paramedic License; Fire Fighting Minimum Standards; AHA ACLS and BLS Certifications; Valid Florida Driver License; Medical Director endorsement; Associate's Degree desirable

Salary: $66,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled