Firefighter Paramedic

REQUISITION #23-02

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: $56,224.90 -$89,959.84

OPENING DATE: june 12, 2023

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.desotobocc.com or www.employflorida.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,224.90 - $89,959.84 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person