Certified Firefighter & EMT | Join a Progressive Fire Dept

Southaven Parks Dept; Angel Fire (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Spouse & Family Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Southaven Fire Department is currently hiring a Certified Firefighter. The role requires National EMT Basic registration or license within 1 year, and a valid MS EMS Driver License to operate department vehicles.

A Certified Firefighter certification or reciprocity with MS standards is needed, along with CPAT and other pre-employment checks. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.

Qualifications

• Must be Nationally Registered EMT Basic and obtain state EMT-B within 1 year of employment.
• Must obtain and maintain MS EMS Driver License to drive department vehicles.
• Must obtain and maintain Certified Firefighter and reciprocity to MS standards.
• Candidates must complete CPAT and pass cognitive skill testing.
• All candidates pass pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls as a Certified Firefighter.
• Maintain physical fitness and training as required by the department.
• Participate in fire suppression, rescue, and EMS duties as assigned.

Skills

EMT Basic Certification

National EMT Registration

MS EMS Driver License

Certified Firefighter

CPAT readiness

DOT physical clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Southaven Fire Department is currently hiring a Certified Firefighter. The role requires National EMT Basic registration or license within 1 year, and a valid MS EMS Driver License to operate department vehicles.

A Certified Firefighter certification or reciprocity with MS standards is needed, along with CPAT and other pre-employment checks. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.