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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
Firefighter Paramedic
Hiring Range: $79,000 - $86,325.43
Annual Step Increases
Lateral Pay Program
Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Benefits
Training & Continuing Education Opportunities
Qualifications:
High School graduation or equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses in Fire Science.
Current on all TDSHS requirements for paramedic certification.
Current on all TCFP requirements for all required certifications.
Successful completion of all medical control requirements to perform as a Paramedic with the Paramedic with the Prosper Fire Department.
Must maintain good standings with Fire Department Medical Director.
Must be eligible to hold a valid Texas Class B Exempt driver’s license and obtain that license within six
(6) months of employment.
Must maintain a satisfactory rating on annual performance evaluation reports.
Must possess the following certifications (by application deadline).
1. Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Firefighter
2. Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic
3. Courage to be Safe (within one year of employment)
4. Traffic Incident Management (within one year of employment)
Performs a variety of highly technical and specialized tasks involving and/or related to fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention, fire inspections, administration, and other special assignments as required. Supervises and controls emergency medical scenes until relieve by a higher-ranking officer. Perform other as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Town of Prosper
Show moreThe Town of Prosper is a community focused on families that is steadfastly committed to small town ideals and providing a quality living experience for all residents.
The Prosper staff has carefully cultivated an environment centered around teamwork and connectivity, which enables our employees to accomplish our collective goal of providing top-notch services for our residents.
We empower employees at all levels to contribute to the Town through our Continuous Process Improvement program, which enables employees at any level to bring forward an idea that they feel could improve the employee or resident experience. In addition to this, we offer multiple opportunities annually for employees to speak with Town Leadership directly and ask any questions they may have. Prosper has and will continue to have exceptional leadership guiding our team and community through the immense growth and development the Town is experiencing.
Join our team today! #ProsperWithUs
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