Part-Time Fire Fighter

CITY OF MELISSA, TEXAS - Job Description Position Title: Part-Time Firefighter Department: Fire Department Reports To: Fire Captain Salary: $20.00 Per Hour Under direction of a supervisor or fire officer the firefighter responds to multiple incidents in an ever changing environment. Performs basic preventative maintenance on apparatus, equipment, facilities and other city items. Takes part in prevention and public education activities as assigned by the Operations and Prevention Divisions. Perform other duties as assigned. May serve in a leadership capacity in the absence of the fire officer. Examples of Duties: The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Performs assigned services and activities within the Fire Department including all fire suppression, fire prevention, code enforcement, emergency medical services, and related functions and activities. Abides by fire department goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures. Ensures that equipment, safety clothing, apparatus, and supplies are specified, purchased received, inspected, and distributed in an effective manner and consistent with City policy. Works with the City's Emergency Management Plan to perform incident response and mitigation under direction of the supervisory personnel. Develop and maintain lines of communication and cooperation within the fire department with supervisors and peers. Respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents; utilize the incident command system to direct activities and communications in fire and/or emergency situations; take action to mitigate hazards and treat patients; make decisions affecting life and property under emergency circumstances; follow tactics and strategies as determined by the immediate supervisor. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of fire science and emergency medical services; incorporate new developments as appropriate. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Ensures all equipment and apparatus are properly inspected and maintained on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual schedule per Melissa Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures and other regulatory agencies which may govern firefighting, emergency medical, or special operating response. Works a rotating schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 1. Education and Experience a. High School Diploma or GED 2. License(s) and Certificate(s) a. Minimum of Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Intermediate Firefighter (preferred). b. Minimum of Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic preferred). c. Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Driver/Operator (preferred, must have within 6 months of hire date). d. Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Instructor (within 12 months of hire date). e. Texas Commission on Fire Protection - Fire Officer (within 18 months of hire date). f. Minimum of NIMS 100, 200, 700, 701, 702, 703, 704, and 800 (proof of training within 6 months of hire date). 3. Class B Exempt Driver's License.

Salary: $20.00 Per Hour