Lateral Firefighter/Firefighter-Paramedic Job Posting

Position: Career (Paid) Firefighter or Firefighter/Paramedic
Supervisor: Shift Officer (Assigned Shift Officer)
Division: Operations
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Pay Range: $86,932.00 to $105,278.97 (DoQ and Years of Service)

This Job Description is established by the South Adams County Fire Protection District (“District”) to outline the basic requirements, duties and general responsibilities of the Firefighter position and is written to complement the District's Member Handbook and Standard Operating Guidelines.

This position holds a probationary status of 12 months from date of hire

The headings in this Job Description are for reference only and shall not affect its interpretation.

Position Summary:

The Firefighter performs firefighting and emergency medical basic life support procedures in accordance with state protocols, the District's rules, policies, and procedures, including but not limited to, the Member Handbook and Standard Operating Guidelines.

Immediate Supervisor:

The Firefighter reports directly to the Shift Officer (assigned Shift Officer).

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Firefighter and should not be considered an all-inclusive list.

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the District’s rules, policies, and procedures, as they pertain to the Operations Division specifically and the District generally, including but not limited to the rules, policies and procedures contained in the District’s Member Handbook, Payroll Procedures Manual, and Standard Operating Guidelines.
2. Provide firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical technician basic life support at emergency scenes.
3. Assist in removal of victims from hazardous situations.
4. Participate in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts and in crew meetings as necessary.
5. Check all personal gear, assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools to ensure safe and effective operation.
6. Respond to alarms of fire or other emergency, including laying, connecting, and using hose and nozzles to direct a water stream, raising and climbing ladders, and using fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, pike poles, Halligans, saws, extrication tools and appliances, and other equipment safely, efficiently and in accordance with the District's rules, policies, procedures and Standard Operating Guidelines.
7. May operate apparatus, including fire engines, ladder trucks and brush units safely, efficiently and in accordance with the District's rules, policies, procedures and Standard Operating Guidelines.
8. Maintain familiarity with maps and related streets and roads within the District's service area.
9. Participate in all scheduled and assigned training classes and prevention activities.
10. Develop and maintain positive, effective working relationships with District employees, volunteers, reserves, District residents, other governmental agencies and the community.
11. Maintain positive and constructive written and oral communication skills at all times.
12. Work well in a progressive, team-oriented environment.
13. Provide excellent service to the community.
14. Have a positive attitude and be a self-starter.
15. Promote a positive, professional image of the District at all times.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Certification Requirements:

1. Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
2. Possess and maintain (without interruption) a valid Colorado driver's license, and acceptable driving record.
3. Possess and maintain (without interruption) a CPR certification.
4. This position requires a minimum of three (3) years experience as a career firefighter or firefighter/paramedic at a like sized department or larger.
5. Possess and maintain (without interruption) a current State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification or higher and/or NR-EMT-B or P.
6. Possess and maintain (without interruption) IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter I certification.
7. Possess and maintain (without interruption) IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter II certification.
8. Possess and maintain (without interruption) an IFSAC or ProBoard Hazardous Material Operations certificattion.
9. Possess FEMA certifications as specified by the District. (ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800).
10. Possess and maintain ACLS and PALS (National Registry). ***Paramedic Applicants only.***
11. Knowledge of modern fire suppression principles, methods, techniques and practices.
12. Knowledge of purpose and use and maintenance of various tools, equipment and apparatuses used in fire suppression.
13. Knowledge of first aid, and other related EMT techniques.
14. Basic knowledge of fire codes used during inspections.
15. Knowledge of fire prevention topics and activities.
16. Knowledge and understanding of the District’s rules, policies, and procedures as they pertain to the Operations Division specifically and the District generally, including but not limited to the rules, policies and procedures contained in the District’s Member Handbook, Payroll Procedures Manual, and Standard Operating Guidelines.
17. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, routine correspondence, and memos, and ability to write basic reports and correspondence.
18. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to the public and other members of the organization.
19.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
20. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the duties of the position.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

This position requires work in a variety of locations and conditions, including living quarters and office areas, in and around a wide variety of automotive, mechanical, chemical, and medical equipment or supplies, and emergency scenes of every type.

1. Strenuous physical activity under extreme adverse conditions will be required frequently.
   2. Must be able to lift, move and carry objects up to one hundred (100) pounds.
   3. This position requires standing, running, walking, sitting, kneeling, stooping, bending, lifting, squatting, pushing, pulling, crawling, jumping, sliding, climbing, pinching, gripping digging, spraying, reaching over head, reaching away from body, and repetitive motion.
   4. Will be required to work in all weather conditions and in extreme temperatures.
   5. Work may be performed under dangerous, hazardous, and adverse conditions, including, but not limited to, weakened structures, slippery and uneven surfaces, proximity to moving mechanical equipment, burning structures, broken glass or other materials, electrical currents, high places, and confined spaces.
   6. Work may result in exposure to contaminated environments, including but not limited to, hazardous materials, smoke, gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, which may require the use of Personal Protection Equipment.
   7. Work may result in exposure to individuals or blood communicable diseases.
   8. Work may result in exposure to high noise levels requiring the wearing of hearing protection.
   9. This position demands frequent use of sensory activities such as talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, feeling (identifying objects by touch), depth perception and color vision.
   10. This position will involve frequent periods of high physical, mental and/or emotional stress.
   11. Must pass the District's physical fitness test annually as required by the District's Member Handbook and Standard Operating Guidelines.
   12. Must have good close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus quickly. Must be able to wear all assigned personal protective.

The district offers a generous benefits package including but not limited to the following:

•    Vacation
•    Sick Leave
•    Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
•    A robust pension plan through FPPA
•    96 hours of paid holidays annually
•    Education Reimbursement 
•    Post-Employment Health Plan and Flex Plans

Please note that your application, as well as all supporting documentation, will be considered as part of the interview process. Applications that are incomplete or do not follow specific instructions will not move forward in the interview process.  

Process Timeline:

**This timeline is subject to change based upon the needs of the organization**

Application Period: Opens 11.13.2024 and will soft close on 12.04.2024.

**Position will remain open until the recruitment paramters of the position have been met**

Video Screening: Week of December 2, 2024

FPAT and Skills Assessments: December 6-8, 2024                                                                           

In-Person Interviews: December 9-11, 2024

Final Selection and Notifications: Week of December 16th, 2024

Conditional Offer Letter Sent: End of Week December 16th, 2024

Pre-Boarding: Weeks of December 23rd and 30th, 2024 and January 6th 2025

Final Offer: Week of January 13th, 2025

First Day of Employment: February 17, 2025

Academy Begins: March 3, 2025