Firefighter Paramedic: Frontline EMS & Rescue

US-Defense-Logistics-Agenc; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Defense seeks a Firefighter (Paramedic) to join its DoD Fire and Emergency Services. The role requires specialized firefighting experience, rescue operations, and basic life support at the EMT-B level, with state certifications as applicable and adherence to DoD certification programs.

Applicants must meet the SPF certifications, including Firefighter I & II and EMT-Paramedic, and maintain ongoing training, with a valid state driver’s license and EVOC/Driver Operator training

Qualifications

• Specialized experience for GS-09 includes firefighting duties, rescue operations, and basic life support at EMT-B level.
• Certification requirements follow DoD standards (IFSAC/Pro-Board or equivalent).
• State certifications may vary by duty location (Driver Operator requirements locally).
• Experience credit applies to paid and volunteer service as described in the SPF section.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing a full range of firefighting duties including suppressing fires and rescuing individuals.
• Assist in rescue operations and medical care at appropriate EMS levels; provide basic life support as needed.
• Determine proper emergency response needs and equipment requirements in emergencies.

Skills

Firefighting duties

Rescue operations

Basic Life Support (EMT-B)

Emergency response assessment

Education

Firefighter I & II

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Job description

The Department of Defense seeks a Firefighter (Paramedic) to join its DoD Fire and Emergency Services. The role requires specialized firefighting experience, rescue operations, and basic life support at the EMT-B level, with state certifications as applicable and adherence to DoD certification programs.

Applicants must meet the SPF certifications, including Firefighter I & II and EMT-Paramedic, and maintain ongoing training, with a valid state driver’s license and EVOC/Driver Operator training