Requirements
R E C R U I T M E N T N O T I C E
As an employer, DeSoto County will not permit discrimination because of race, color, handicap, creed, religion, ancestry, national
origin, sex, age, marital status, or political affiliation. We make every effort to employ best-qualified individuals. Preference shall
be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans as provided by Chapter 295, Laws of Florida.
POSITION: FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
POSITION #: 910___
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC SAFETY
SALARY RANGE: $61,362.75 - $98,177.87
OPENING DATE: April 12, 2024
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Skilled technical work in the County Public Safety Department in the field of fire suppression, prevention, and emergency
medical services. Work is performed under the general direction of a superior officer.
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
? Knowledge of the positions of firefighter and driver engineer and the skills to perform the duties of each
? Knowledge of the geography of the County with respect to streets, hydrants and building access information
? Knowledge of the location and layout of all high risk and special hazard occupancies, and the problems
encountered with each
? Knowledge of the strategy and tactics of handling fire, rescue, and medical emergencies and the ability to
analyze and respond effectively under stress to each
? Knowledge of the record keeping system in use, the components of the system, and the functions of each
? Knowledge of paramedic principles, practices, and techniques and how they are used in rescue operations
? Ability to carry out orders and to see that Department and County policies are adhered to
? Ability to perform Firefighter and ALS duties effectively and work rotating shift assignments
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
Possess a valid Class ?E? Florida Driver?s License; State of Florida Firefighter Certification as authorized by F.S.S. 633;
Advanced Cardiac Life Support; State of Florida Paramedic Certification. Will accept EMT/Firefighter that will be
Paramedic certified within six months from date of hire.
PLEASE SEE HIRING PROCESS FOR PARAMEDIC FIREFIGHTER AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
ASSEMBLING DOCUMENTS
TO APPLY VISIT: www.desotoboc
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