Firefighter/EMT

North Slope Borough; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Alcohol- and drug-free workplace

Job summary

The North Slope Borough Fire Department seeks a dedicated firefighter/EMT for a career ladder role in Utqiaġvik, Alaska. You will respond to emergencies, perform firefighting, rescue, medical and medevac duties, and travel to remote villages to provide support and training.

Responsibilities include maintaining certifications, training others, managing equipment, and complying with NSB policies. A high school diploma or GED, plus the ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT trainee certifications within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; related work experience acceptable.
• Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee certifications within six months.
• Valid Alaska driver's license meeting NSB criteria.
• Experience in firefighting, EMS, or training preferred.
• Ability to travel to North Slope villages for support and training.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, medical and medevac duties.
• Assist the Battalion Chief and Village Fire Chiefs with support as needed.
• Travel to and work in outlying villages to provide support and training.
• Assist with coordinating special projects and NSB Explorer Program as needed.
• Maintain training skills and certification through ongoing education.
• Maintain inventory and readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical tools and PPE.
• Maintain certifications and personal records of certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Firefighting

Emergency medical

Training delivery

Public speaking

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Vehicle operations

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Firefighter/EMT Trainee eligibility

Valid Alaska Driver's License

Job description

Summary or Purpose

Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue, emergency care during ground and air ambulance transport; other tasks as appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assist with departmental training; travel to North Slope villages as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statute 18.70.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Respond to emergencies and perform fire fighting, rescue, emergency medical and medevac duties as assigned.


• Assist the Battalion Chief and Village Fire Chief's with support as needed.


• Travel to and work in outlying villages to provide support and training.


• Assist the Battalion Chief/Training Officer and/or Emergency Services Instructor to assure training course is taught according to lesson plan and as scheduled.


• Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned.


• Assist with the NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.


• Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable education opportunities and training as required.


• Maintain inventory, readiness of equipment and supplies.


• Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools, equipment and facilities.


• Maintain certifications and personal records of certification.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of NSB Fire Department policies and procedures, firefighting and emergency services techniques and procedures, and related safety and legal issues.


• Knowledge of fire ground operations safety.


• Knowledge of pre-hospital practices.


• Knowledge of methods and techniques to present training program.


• Knowledge and ability to use emergency response vehicles, specialized fire department and personal protective equipment and gear, rescue equipment and emergency medical equipment and tools.


• Skill in planning, organizing and scheduling technical training classes.


• Skills in establishing rapport with small and large groups to facilitate effective training opportunities.


• Skill in effectively presenting information in a classroom environment.

Education, Experience, Certifications And Licenses Required

• High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.


• Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee required certifications within six months of hire.


• Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.

Career Ladder position

For each requirement obtained based on the attached schedule, the incumbent will receive pay increases for levels within each level. If the incumbent fails to renew certification as required, the North Slope Borough will consider expired certificates as not valid; therefore, the incumbent's rate of pay will be adjusted accordingly and position title.

This is a career ladder position; the incumbent must obtain certification as required by and within time periods specified in the attached chart for advancement.

For each requirement obtained based on the attached schedule, the incumbent will receive pay increases for levels within each level.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough’s best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract. Your signature indicates that you have read this Job Description and understand the essential functions and essential qualifications of the job.

Benefits

The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.

Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.

Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.

Job Notes

This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.

This position will be required to work a non-traditional work schedule, and work a 48/96 schedule. The incumbent will be on-duty at the Fire Station for 2 days, followed by 4 days off. While on-duty, the incumbent will be required to stay at the Fire Station.

Valid Alaska Driver's License is required (see earlier requirement).