Firefighter-Paramedic

Northfield; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

The Village of Northfield is seeking experienced Firefighter-Paramedics seeking theflexibility of part-time employment at an hourly rate of $33.00, while maintaining high standards of emergency response, training, and public safety. 1800 Winnetka Avenue, Northfield, IL 60093 The position involves fire suppression, advanced EMS care, public education, and equipment readiness.

Candidates must hold IL Basic Operations Firefighter certification and an IL Paramedic license, with ongoing education as

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with relevant firefighter training.
• Must be certified by the State of Illinois as a Basic Operations Firefighter.
• Paramedic license in Illinois required and hospital approval.
• Ability to meet continuing education requirements annually.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment and computers.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and EMS incidents including fire suppression and rescue.
• Perform EMS with advanced life support per protocols.
• Maintain department vehicles, equipment, and station grounds.
• Participate in fire prevention and public education activities.
• Complete accurate reports and documentation.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

EMS

Public safety

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

IL Basic Operations Firefighter certification

Paramedic license (IL)

Tools

Office equipment

Computers

Fire department equipment

Job description

Position Announcement

Village of NorthfieldThe Village of Northfield is seeking experienced Firefighter-Paramedics seeking theflexibility of part-time employment at an hourly rate of $33.00, while maintaining high standards of emergency response, training, and public safety.

1800 Winnetka Avenue, Northfield, IL 60093

Job Description

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The position of Firefighter-Paramedic performs emergency services consisting of firesuppression, rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS), including advanced life support care, public education, and mitigation of other emergency incidents. Operates and maintains Departmental and personal firefighting equipment, EMS, and rescue apparatus andequipment. Performs fire station and grounds maintenance and other work-related activities as assigned. Because this is a part-time department, you must be able to meet the minimum work required hours as defined by our staffing policy.

Job Content

The job functions listed herein are neither exclusive nor exhaustive but are intended to be illustrative of the types of tasks a Firefighter-Paramedic will most likely be expected to perform on a regular basis. A Firefighter-Paramedic may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the Village and the requirements of the position change.

• 1. Responds to fire and emergency medical incidentsa. Performs emergency services including fire suppression and rescue.b. Responds to emergency medical calls and operates as part of the Emergency
• Medical Services (EMS) team under the direction of adopted medical protocolsand the Department's standard operating guidelines.
• c. Executes emergency medical services including advanced life support care.
• d. Responds to fire alarms with assigned company and performs rescue, firesuppression, and property conservation duties as assigned by the incident
• e. Responds to carbon monoxide alarms, invalid assists, and other service callsunder the supervision of a company officer.
• f. Documents activities through prompt, accurate, and thorough completion ofrequired forms and reports.
• g. Must be able to pass an annual physical (when required), SCBA Fit testing andother test as deemed required by the Department.
• 2. Participates in fire prevention activitiesa. Participates in public education including but not limited to, fire prevention
• and CPR, and mitigation of other emergency incidents.b. Attends training courses, reads and studies assigned materials related to
• firefighting, fire prevention, and related subjects.3. Operates and maintains firefighting, EMS, and rescue apparatus and equipment.
• a. Maintains Department vehicles and inventory of supplies in a continuous stateof readiness to respond through daily checks, post-use inventoryreplacements, and sanitation of surfaces.
• b. Operates Departmental equipment in emergency and non-emergencysituations in accordance with standard operating guidelines.
• c. Assists with routine maintenance of equipment and apparatus.4. Performs fire station and grounds maintenance
• a. Performs routine maintenance and janitorial duties on Department buildingsand grounds as assigned.
• b. Cleans and maintains tools and equipment used in station and groundsmaintenance.
• 5. Performs other tasks as assigned.Knowledge, Ability, and Special SkillsTo attend the Fire Academy, employees must have graduated from high school,supplemented by formal training courses in firefighting, fire prevention, emergency medical care, or related subjects. No previous experience is required. Must possess a broadknowledge of fire behavior, firefighting techniques, rescue techniques, and fire prevention practices.To operate as a Firefighter, employees must be certified by the State of Illinois as a Basic Operations Firefighter.To operate as a Paramedic, you must possess a valid State of Illinois Paramedic license as well as be approved by our resource hospital, St. Francis. Must possess a broad knowledge of Emergency Medical Services practices and the concepts of emergency medical care. Must be able to meet the required continuing education requirements under the St. Francis System on an annual basis. Analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment are required. Must be able to work independently with minimalsupervision in emergency situations.

Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to prepare reports and records. The employee must have knowledge of the operation and maintenance of thevarious types of apparatus and equipment used in firefighting and emergency medicalservice activities. Knowledge of the use of office equipment, computers, and relevantsoftware programs is required. Must meet fit-for-duty standards in accordance with Section 1582 of the NFPA Guidelines and possess a valid Class B (Non-CDL) Driver's License. This position is part-time as scheduled by the Department.