Arctic Fire Lieutenant & EMS Training Lead

North Slope Borough; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough seeks a dedicated firefighter/EMS lead to respond to emergencies, perform firefighting and medical duties, and oversee training and EMS operations. The role involves supervising volunteer members, ensuring equipment readiness, and coordinating oxygen and breathing air systems across Barrow and slope-wide efforts.

Required certifications include EMT I and Firefighter I, with opportunities to obtain BLS Instructor, Firefighter II, and Officer I within probation.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; combination with work experience acceptable.
• EMT I certification required.
• Firefighter I and Hazardous Materials Operations certifications required.
• Ability to obtain additional certifications (BLS Instructor, FF II, Fire Officer I/Instructor I) within probation.
• Three years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, and EMS duties as assigned.
• Maintain inventory and readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Assist Training Division to ensure courses are taught per plan and on schedule.
• Maintain training skills and certifications through ongoing opportunities.
• Inspect and operate emergency, fire, rescue, medical and lifesaving equipment.
• Coordinate testing of breathing air systems and refilling oxygen cylinders.
• Oversee EMS operations with Captains and contribute to QA of patient care reports.
• Perform ambulance apparatus checks and maintain related records.
• Serve as HIPAA compliance officer and ensure annual training.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Firefighting

Training programs

Planning & scheduling

Supervisory leadership

Education

HS diploma or GED

EMT I certification

Firefighter I certification

Hazardous Materials Operations

BLS Instructor certification

Firefighter II

Fire Officer I/Instructor I

Arctic firefighting experience (3 years)

1 year supervisory experience

Alaska Driver’s License

Job description

North Slope Borough seeks a dedicated firefighter/EMS lead to respond to emergencies, perform firefighting and medical duties, and oversee training and EMS operations. The role involves supervising volunteer members, ensuring equipment readiness, and coordinating oxygen and breathing air systems across Barrow and slope-wide efforts.

Required certifications include EMT I and Firefighter I, with opportunities to obtain BLS Instructor, Firefighter II, and Officer I within probation.