Firefighter EMR (Open Positions: 1)
Closes On: April 1, 2024 at 11:59 PM CST
Location: Seward County Rural Fire, Liberal , KS 67901
Division: None
Job Status: Full-Time
Days Worked: Sun.
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Rate of Pay: $15.
35 - $28.
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Status: Open until filled
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Rural Firefighter/EMR to join our team.
The primary responsibilities of this role include responding to emergency situations in rural areas, providing medical assistance, and combating fires.
These positions work under supervision to perform a variety of critical fire department functions including: firefighting, rescue, emergency medical response, patient care, fire safety inspections, preplans and public education.
Seward County Fire Department operates as 1 Battalion with 4 Engines, 4 Attacks, 3 Water Tankers, 2 Ladder Trucks, 3 Fire Stations, and has 10 Paid Call Firefighters.
The Department serves 642 square miles and a population of 23,462.
The Department serves the unincorporated areas of Seward County (Excluding the City of Liberal), The City of Kismet, Arkalon Park, Arkalon Ethanol Facility, River Valley Utilities, and USD 483.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency calls related to fires, medical incidents, and other emergencies in rural areas
- Conduct fire suppression activities, including operating firefighting equipment
- Provide medical care on-site and en-route to medical facilities
- Participate in training sessions to maintain and improve skills
- Maintain and inspect firefighting and medical equipment
- Collaborate with other emergency responders and agencies to ensure efficient emergency response
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications: -
- Certification as a Firefighter I/ EMR Responder
- Hazmat Operations certification, supplemented by formal training in firefighting techniques
- Must be at Least 18 years old and have a Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Strong physical condition to perform firefighting and emergency medical duties
- Ability to work under pressure and in various weather conditions
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Continued recertification is required throughout employment
Additional Information
Requirements:
- Will be required to establish residency within Seward County within 30 days of job acceptance.
- Criminal Background/Reference Investigation
-Oral Board Interview/Cheifs Fire Interview
-Physical Agility Test
-Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment testing required
Job Advertisement
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS: Contact Fire Chief Andrew Barkley at 620-626-3267 or email at [email protected] .
Disclaimer
Nothing in this Job Description restricts the ability or right of Seward County to assign, reassign or eliminate the duties and responsibilities of this job either orally or in writing.
Tasks and responsibilities may be changed at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons deemed appropriate by the County.
This Job Description does not constitute an Employment Agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change, according to the business needs of Seward County.
Application Special Instructions
Applicants must successfully complete all hiring requirements prior to employment.
Probationary recruits will be enrolled in an extensive orientation and field training/mentoring program and must successfully complete all core competency check-off requirements as a condition of employment.
Following initial training, this position is expected to actively seek additional educational opportunities to expand their knowledge of modern fire practices and procedures.
Ideal candidates will possess certifications for Firefighter Level I, Emergency Medical Responder, Haz Mat Operations, supplemented by formal training in firefighting techniques; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
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