Firefighter/Paramedic

Harrisonville, Missouri is a 4th class city located 30 miles south of Kansas City, Missouri with a population of approximately 10,000. Harrisonville Emergency Services is a department with up-to-date equipment with state-of-the-art EMS equipment. Currently employee's 21 full time personnel including command staff that performs the challenging work of emergency medical care, fire suppression, fire prevention and rescue. The fire department operates a 24 hour Modified Berkley Schedule. The department operates one ALS engine, and two fully staffed ALS ambulances from one station.

Responds to emergency situations and incident to suppress fires, affect rescues/extrications, participated in searches, mitigate hazardous materials and perform other duties as assigned and capable. Operate firefighting tools, aerial equipment, emergency medical equipment, extrication and rescue equipment and a variety of related tools and vehicles. Provide basic and advanced life support and emergency medical care. Participates in on-going technical and physical training to maintain certifications. Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to department facilities. Participates in fire prevention and safety education/promotional events. Conducts station tours and gives presentations and demonstrates the use of the fire suppression and safety equipment. Assists in documenting incident and provides incident information to appropriate agencies and supervisor.

Benefit package includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, Missouri LAGERs pension, discounted membership to the City's Community Center, tuition assistance program, and employee wellness program.

TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume, salary requirements and copy of certifications by FAX: (816)-380-5630, Apply in Person at Harrisonville Emergency Services, 903 S. Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, Or online at www.harrisonville.com

Requirements: Valid state driver's license, High school diploma or equivalent, Paramedic Certification preferred, Vocational/technical training in firefighting and emergency medical treatment with two years of firefighting and paramedic experience or any combination of education and experience, EMT-P certification preferred, Firefighter I & II preferred, hazardous materials operation preferred, advanced life support preferred, basic life support certifications (ACLS, PALS, BTLS, CPR-Health Care Provider) preferred

Salary: Starting pay ranges from $53,285 to $72,103

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled