Firefighter - EMT

GovernmentJobs.com — Southfield, City of (MI), MI; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Southfield seeks qualified applicants to join the Fire Department as Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (FF/EMT). Initial appointments start in the FF/EMT role with promotions to Paramedic as positions become available under the contract terms. Applicants must be U.S.

citizens, 18+, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and have Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification upon eligibility. A valid Michigan driver’s license and clean driving record are expected where defined by

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• State of Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification upon establishment of the Eligibility List.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State of Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification

Job description

All candidates chosen will start as a FF/EMT. Once a Paramedic position is available employees will be promoted as per the contract.

• Be a U.S. citizen; 18 years of age or older at the time of application; Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have the State of Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification upon establishment of the Eligibility List;
• For lateral consideration, applicant must be currently employed as a sworn Fire Fighter and be a Fire Fighter in “good standing” or if recently separated from service (i.e. laid off) must have been a Fire Fighter in “good standing” at the time of separation.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record as determined by the City’s Driving Standards