Firefighter- Paramedic

Southfield, City of (MI); Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Southfield Fire Department is seeking a Fire Fighter/Paramedic who holds a Michigan Paramedic License and State Firefighter I & II certifications. You will respond to fires, rescues, and medical emergencies, participate in drills, protect life and property, and maintain equipment; the job includes 24‑hour shifts and on‑call status.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Michigan driver's license, no felonies, pass Empco tests (70%+) and an

Qualifications

• Must have a State of Michigan Paramedic License before date of hire.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions.
• All applicants must pass or have proof of passing a Physical Ability Test within the last year by time of hire.
• Must have a current passing test score (at least 70%) on record with Empco by date of application and have The City of Southfield Fire Department selected in your profile.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for effectively responding to fire, rescue, first aid, and related emergencies; participating in daily drills, protecting life and property; maintaining equipment, apparatus and buildings; participating in fire safety surveys and pre-plans, performing routine housekeeping of fire station facilities, grounds, and equipment, and participating in training activities.
• Emergency medical care and related duties as assigned. Must be proficient with EMS equipment and able to operate in any given situation; evaluate and treat patients in medical emergencies.
• Work is subject to a 24-hour shift and on-call status when required.

Education

Michigan Paramedic License

State of Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

YOU MUST BE A CERTIFIED AND LICENSED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

PARAMEDICS THAT ARE NOT CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTERS SHOULD APPLY TO THE PARAMEDIC TO FIREFIGHTER POSITION THAT IS POSTED.

CLASSIFICATION: Fire Fighter/Paramedic --Southfield Fire Department

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary range: Fire Fighter/Paramedic -$62,929- $96,419

(*Years of qualifying work experience as a Sworn Fire Fighter are determined by City of Southfield, as of the eligibility list certification date)

Responsible for effectively responding to fire, rescue, first aid, and related emergencies; participating in daily drills, protecting life and property; maintaining equipment, apparatus and buildings; participating in fire safety surveys and pre-plans, performing routine housekeeping of fire station facilities, grounds, and equipment, and participating in training activities, and other work as assigned. Work is subject to the hazards encountered in emergency fire and rescue operations, including the physical and mental stresses inherent in public safety work. Work is subject to a 24-hour shift and on-call status when required.

Emergency medical care and related duties as assigned. An employee will be proficient with E.M.S. equipment and be able to operate same in any given situation. Must have the ability to evaluate and treat patients in medical emergencies. Employees in this class will maintain E.M.S. and firefighting skills as well as their Paramedic License throughout City of Southfield tenure.

Must have:

• Must have a State of Michigan Paramedic License before date of hire.
• 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
• 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.
• Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions.
• All applicants must pass or have proof of passing a Physical Ability Test within the last (1) year by time of hire.
• Must have a current passing test score (at least 70%) on record with Empco by date of application and have The City of Southfield Fire Department selected in your profile. (Register with Empco at https://www.empco.net/). Test fees are the responsibility of the applicant. (Lateral applicants that are currently employed as a sworn fire fighter or have less than 30 days since being employed as one are excluded the EMPCO Written Examination requirements.)

The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application packet, a review of the applicant’s qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, a written examination, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation, and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the Eligibility List.