FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC)

You will respond to emergencies as a member of an Engine Company, Truck Company, Rescue Company, Hazardous Materials Team and /or Ambulance Team. You will administer medications and solutions orally or intravenously under the direction of standing orders or of an off-site physician. You will interpret an electrocardiogram (EKG) for a patient with an unstable heartbeat to determine future medical treatment. You will provide invasive airway procedures (e.g., needle or surgical cricothyrotomy, pleural decompression, endotracheal intubation, nasal intubation). You will combat fires in difficult and dangerous environments (e.g., small passages, small compartments, confined or unventilated areas, or fuel tanks). You will enter confined spaces to perform patient care, rescue and recovery. You will extract a trapped patient to prevent further harm during removal. You will perform thorough safety and maintenance inspections on emergency transport vehicles. You will participate in daily training and instruction classes covering all phases of fire protection, fire prevention and emergency medical services.

Location: Pearl Harbor, HI (04 vacancies)
Work Schedule: Full-time, rotating shift work. 3 (24-hr) shifts per week.
Travel: Not required
Telework: No
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes

Conditions of Employment:
Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. This position has a maximum entry age of 37. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or SECRET final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. You will be subject to random testing. You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You must obtain and maintain certification in accordance with American Heart Association and Military Training Network: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Instructor (CPR and ARD Programs). You will be required to work an uncommon tour of duty (may include weekend, nights, overtime, or holidays) and rotating shift work. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid Hawaii state driver's license. This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases. This is a bargaining unit position. Must have National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification. Must be able to obtain State of Hawaii Paramedic license within six (6) months of hire.

Qualifications:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Serving as a Firefighter (Paramedic) extinguishing fires, conducting search and rescue operations, performing invasive and non-invasive emergency procedures as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P) such as emergency medical responses, treatment, and transportation of the sick or injured.

Additional Requirements:
You must possess a current National Registry or State Certification as Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P). You will be required to obtain and maintain current FIREFIGHTER certifications: Hazardous Material Awareness, Hazardous Material Operations, and Hazardous Materials Technician. You are required to wear a uniform and maintain appearance and grooming standards per Marine Corps Orders/Policies. You will be required to participate in the Department of Defense Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program. You will be required to maintain compliance with NFPA 1582 (Fire Fighter Physical Medical Evaluations), NFPA 1583 (Fire Fighter Fitness Program Requirements). You will be required to participate in the mandatory F&ESD Physical Fitness Program to maintain a level and degree of fitness needed to perform all duties. You will be required to possess and maintain a current Emergency Vehicle Operations Certification (EVOC) or obtain within 6 months of hire. You will be required to possess and maintain a current Advanced Cardio Pulmonary Life Support (ACLS) certification. You may be subject to mandatory recall during destructive weather, major incidents, or any other time determined by the command. You may be required to work in high elevations and/or below ground in confined workspaces. You will be subject to adverse weather and/or harsh working conditions; burns, smoke inhalation, noxious fumes, falling materials, and explosions. You will be exposed to communicable diseases, unsanitary conditions and traumatic injuries. You will be required to possess and maintain the physical stamina, agility, and mental stability to work under conditions where intense periods of physical exertion and mental stress, under adverse conditions, may be encountered.

How to Apply:
Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: FFD_Applicants.fct@navy.mil with FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC) and Announcement number: DE-13089930-27-ERH in the Subject Line of your email. Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.

Requirements: Paramedic certification

Salary: $58,341 - $83,774 Per Year

Application Deadline: 2027-02-10