Firefighter - EMT

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To protect life and property by controlling and extinguishing fires, performing first response emergency medical techniques and patient care procedures, responding to disasters and other emergencies. Must comply with all county and department policies and procedures and ensure the maintenance of department equipment, apparatus, and stations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Lieutenant.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Responds to fire alarms in the county; drives and operates all emergency response vehicles and apparatus in a safe and lawful manner. Performs fire suppression activities. Assists in rescue operations; administers emergency medical care to sick and injured persons. Performs salvage and overhaul operations at fire scenes. Maintains and checks fire equipment for serviceability and assists in minor repairs and maintenance of equipment as directed. Performs routine cleaning of apparatus and facilities daily. As required, attend training sessions for firefighting, rescue techniques, emergency medical care, and other training areas. Prepares and submits routine records and reports. Assists in departmental activities in preparation for a significant emergency, such as a hurricane, other natural or manmade disasters, and assists with aftermath activities such as inspection, clean up, and disaster relief. Participates in fire prevention activities and training to improve public awareness of fire safety. Essential functions as described in the current edition of NFPA 1582. Abides by department and county policies, represents the department and county in a professional, courteous and considerate manner. Maintains regular physical attendance during normal work hours as assigned at one of the county's offices or work facilities with the ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, work shifts, callbacks, and holidays as required.

Sumter County employees with full-time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee's expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 Paid Holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED, Florida Certified Firefighter II certificate, Florida Certified EMT-Basic or EMT-Paramedic, current American Heart Association CPR card, ACLS if paramedic, valid Florida driver's license, National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within 6 months, meet medical/physical requirements per FS 633.412 and NFPA 1582, pass physical ability test, pass PPE mask fit test, receive required vaccinations (Hepatitis A, B, and Tetanus within 60 days)

Salary: $52,371.90 - $86,406.30 Annually

Application Deadline: Continuous