POSITION SUMMARY: Works under the supervision of assigned Fire Department officers. Performs functional and administrative duties in providing EMS, rescue, firefighting, and hazardous materials emergency responses.
POSITION REPORTS TO: Fire Department Officer
DIRECT REPORTS ASSIGNED: 2
JOB LOCATION: 806 Cooper Avenue, Glenwood Springs CO or as assigned
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
CATEGORY: Full-Time
HOURS: Based on a 48/96-hour shift system
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Safely and efficiently performs EMS, rescue, firefighting, hazardous materials responses, and other emergency operations. P rovides EMS at assigned level of certification. Non-emergency functional responsibilities include training, public relations and education, fire inspections, investigations, vehicle and equipment maintenance, and station cleaning and maintenance. Follows standard operational procedures and guidelines. P articipation in delivery of in-house EMS education, committees, and special projects as assigned. Interpersonal contact with the department’s membership, the general public, business owners and staff may be necessary, maintaining professionalism as spelled out in the department’s mission statement. Uphold Department Mission statement: Provide Service through Dedication, Professionalism, and Excellence.
OTHER DUTIES: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CORE COMPETENCIES: - Perform and occasionally supervise safe firefighting and work practices. Specifically:
- Principles and practices of modern fire suppression and prevention.
- Procedures and equipment used in modern firefighting and emergency medical response.
- Operation use and maintenance of pumps, engines, fire apparatus and other equipment.
- Master principles of emergency medical service provision, basic and advanced life support.
- Proficiency in operating within the Incident Command System
- Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
- Geography and street layout of the City and district.
- Methods and techniques of public relations and instruction related to fire suppression and prevention.
- Deal effectively with upset or emotional persons or patients. Think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- As assigned, drive fire apparatus or ambulance safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
- Prepare a variety of technical and operational reports.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS Necessary: - Must possess a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Must possess current certifications in all the following:
- Firefighter I
- Colorado State Paramedic Certificate
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certificate
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR for Health Care Providers Certificate
- Hazardous Materials/Operations Level
- Complete ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within 1 year of employment.
- Maintain NWCG Firefighter type 1 or greater qualification.
- Must pass annual Physical Ability Test & NWCG Arduous Pack Test.
- Must be able to pass preliminary testing, such as Physical Ability Test (or present a current CPAT certificate), pre-employment entrance exam with a passing score, and a psychological evaluation.
- A Physical Ability Test video is available at: http://www.cogs.us/503/Physical-Ability-Test
NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting: 100 pounds frequently 180 pounds occasionally
Carrying: 30-50 pounds frequently 70 pounds occasionally
Pushing/Pulling: 80-100 pounds frequently 165 pounds occasionally
Driving: frequently
Balance/Stoop/Bend: frequently
Twist/Squat/Crouch: occasionally
Kneeling: occasionally
Crawling: occasionally
Climbing Stairs: frequently
Standing/Walking: frequently
Climbing Ladders: frequently
Reaching above/below/at shoulder level: frequently
Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
