Firefighter Paramedic

Job Description: Responsibilities include protecting life and property through fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue operations, fire prevention activities, and community risk reduction programs. Personnel respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents, provide patient care, operate firefighting and rescue equipment, communicate clearly by radio or telephone, and maintain department apparatus, equipment, and facilities. The position requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in dynamic and stressful environments while demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the community. Firefighters are expected to participate in training, public education initiatives, inspections, and other duties as assigned to support the mission of the department. 48/96 Schedule Compensation and Benefits $83,957.18 base annual salary (includes base pay and paid holidays) FLSA overtime is paid in addition to the listed annual salary Certificate Pay: Intermediate Firefighter - $1,224.00 annually Advanced Firefighter - $1,314.00 annually Master Firefighter - $1,410.00 annually Associate Degree - $720.00 annually Bachelor’s Degree - $1,440.00 annually FTO - $1,200.16 annually Benefits: 100% Employer paid health coverage, 50% Employer paid dependent coverage 100% Employer paid dental coverage 100% Employer paid vision coverage 100% Employer paid Life/AD&D coverage 100% Employer paid LTD 100% Employer paid Telehealth and Telecounseling 100% Employer paid Medical Air Services Association, Inc (MASA) coverage TMRS Retirement (7% participation, 2:1 match) with Restricted Prior Service Credit PAID vacation, sick, and personal leave 12 PAID Holidays Education, training, experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) Basic Firefighter Certification by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection TDSHS EMT-Paramedic Certification Current Class B Texas Driver’s License or must obtain during the first year of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr