Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter/ParamedicResponds to fire and medical emergencies within the Township. Trains and maintains firefighting, medical, and other skills. Participates in community events.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Responds to medical emergencies. Assesses, treats, stabilizes, and transports patientsResponds to fire suppression emergencies.Responds to non-emergent calls, such as performing smoke/carbon monoxide/Knox Box installation, paramedicine runs, or assisting physically disabled citizens.Performs station duties, cleans and maintains all equipment and groups.Responds to a variety of other call types, such as hazardous material incidents, technical rescues, downed wires, water rescues, and vehicle extrication.Continues own training, takes continuing education classes, and adopts the usage of new techniques and technologies.Performs community outreach.Writes reports and maintains records.Performs other duties as required.Minimum Entrance QualificationsEducation and ExperienceAssociate's Degree or 2 Years of College from an accredited college with major course work in Fire Science or related fieldNo experience.Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilitiesLicenses or CertificationsMichigan Firefighter I and II certification, State of Michigan Paramedic license, Hazmat Operations Level certification, Hazardous Material Technician, ALCS, PALS, Candidate Physical Agility Test, National Incident Management System 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications, Pump Apparatus Operator certification, Emergency Vehicle Driving certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Michigan, Confined Space Operations, Confined Space Awareness, Trench Rescue Awareness, Collapse Rescue Awareness, Rope Rescue.Other Job RequirementsNone.Preferred QualificationsNone.Competencies for Successful Performance of Job DutiesKnowledge of:Principles, practices, and methods of modern firefightingLaws, rules, and regulations relating to fire control, care of the sick and injured, and hazardous material response and management (MiOSHA laws, NFPA standards)Relevant Bloomfield Township policies and proceduresSkill in:Use of fire suppression apparatus, tools, and equipmentUse of relevant computer software as necessaryAbility to:Communicate effectively orally and in writingMeet schedules and deadlines of the workDirect and apply technical knowledge in both training and high-stress situationsManage emergency incidents using the National Incident Management SystemManage time effectively and multitaskWork Environment/ConditionsThe work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work EnvironmentSeldom or NeverSometimes or OccasionallyFrequently or OftenOffice or similar indoor environmentXOutdoor environmentXStreet environment (near moving traffic)XConstruction siteXConfined spaceXVehicleXWarehouse environmentXShop environmentXExposuresSeldom or NeverSometimes or OccasionallyFrequently or OftenIndividuals who are rude or irateXIndividuals with known violent backgroundsXExtreme cold (below 32 degrees)XExtreme heat (above 100 degrees)XCommunicable diseasesXMoving mechanical partsXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicals or substancesXLoud noises (85+ decibels)XPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.