Big Canoe Department of Public Safety

***Now Accepting Applications for the positions of Full-time Firefighter - EMT / Paramedic***

Big Canoe Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for the positions of Full-Time Firefighter - EMT / Paramedic. We are searching for highly motivated experienced and customer service minded applicants to join our team. This position requires applicants to currently be a State of Georgia Compliant firefighter with the Georgia Standards and Training Council have a current State of Georgia certification as a Paramedic and be available for work 24/48 hour shift rotations. Big Canoe Public Safety is an all hazards department response department that prides its self on high quality customer service. Full-time personnel work 24 /48 shift rotations and have Kelly days each week of a 72 hour cycle.

POSITION SUMMARY

Public Safety Officer IV EMT / Paramedic is a highly skilled position entailing firefighting rescue medical response and any other related emergency services needed for the residents visitors and employees of Big Canoe. This position requires rapid efficient and safe performance of various duties under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazard.

The Public Safety Officer IV additional certification as a EMT / Paramedic enables the employee to provide Advance Life Support medical care to sick or injured patients. The position also entails maintenance duties of department apparatus equipment and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily inspection of department vehicles and note any problems on the vehicle inspection form.
• Patrol all areas inside Big Canoe looking for any infractions of the rules and regulations.
• Enforce all traffic and parking rules including issuing citations to anyone in violation of these rules.
• Report any problems with roads buildings etc. to the proper departments.
• Complete vehicle accident reports for all motor vehicle accidents.
• Provide traffic control for P.O.A. functions with large gatherings.
• Keep patrol cars and emergency vehicles clean and refueled.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance and conduct themselves in a friendly professional manner.
• Must maintain the required training to keep Georgia Firefighter State certification.
• Must be familiar with all emergency equipment including but not limited to all apparatus and equipment kept on them.
• Must remain Certified as an EMT / Paramedic with the State of Georgia Office of EMS and Trauma.
• Paramedics must hold and maintain certification in (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
• Must maintain good physical fitness and successfully complete the departments adopted physical agility test annually.
• Perform checks on all emergency vehicles and report any problems to the Security and Fire Chief.
• Responsible for all emergency vehicles and stations on their shift.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance and conduct themselves in a friendly professional manner.
• Perform fire and life safety inspections of all commercial buildings within Big Canoe and ensure minimum Georgia State requirements are maintained.
• Perform fire education programs for the public.
• All other duties as assigned by Lieutenant or Public Safety Director.

Fire / EMS

• Maintain Georgia State Firefighter Certification in accordance with GFSTC.
• Maintain the minimum an Emergency Medical Technician /Paramedic Certification preferred.
• Ensure daily checks of all fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles are completed and note any problems on the vehicle check form and forward any discrepancies to the Fire Chief for review.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance and conduct themselves in a friendly professional manner.
• Be responsible for all emergency vehicles and station inspections daily on their shift.
• Maintain good physical fitness.
• Perform fire education programs for the public.
• Perform fire and life safety inspections of all commercial buildings within Big Canoe and ensure minimum Georgia State requirements are maintained.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Public Safety Security and Fire Chief or Director of Public Safety.

Security / Patrol

• Patrol all areas inside Big Canoe looking for any infractions of the rules and regulations.
• Enforce all traffic and parking rules including issuing citations to anyone in violation of these rules.
• Report any problems with roads buildings etc. to the proper departments.
• Complete vehicle accident reports for motor vehicle accidents.
• Provide traffic control for P.O.A. functions with large gatherings.
• Ensure all departmental vehicles remain clean refueled and in-service.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance and conduct themselves in a friendly professional manner.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Possess and maintain a clean motor vehicle record and be at least 18 years of age to operate a motor vehicle inside Big Canoe.
• Possess a Non-Commercial Class B or Class F drivers license.
• Complete all requirements to meet Georgia State Certified Firefighter certification that include but are not limited to the following:
• Be in good physical condition as determined by a medical examination.
• Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Not have been convicted of a felony within 10 years of the date of employment or appointment.
• Have a good moral character as determined by an investigation under the procedure approved by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council
• Successfully complete the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Councils approved physical agility test
• Complete the annual re-certification requirements for State Certified Firefighter
• Must complete state approved 24 hours of continuing education.
• Shall complete all required ISO recommended training (240 hours annually).
• Shall be certified to a minimum of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Hourly range: $19-$21

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen test.