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Job Description Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic

The full-time Firefighter/Paramedic serves directly under a shift supervisor in the Deer Park-Silverton

Joint Fire District as appointed by the Fire Board. In the absence of a shift supervisor, the full-time

Firefighter/Paramedic may act in the capacity of shift supervisor.

Duties of the Firefighter/Paramedic:

 Control and extinguish fires

 Protect life and property

 Administer emergency medical services to any sick or injured person(s)

 Maintain all equipment assigned by the Fire District in a ready state for use on emergency and

non-emergency details

 Maintain and care for the facilities and equipment of the Fire District

 Participate in promoting fire prevention and safety within the community, as well as engage in

public relations with the public

 Prepare complete and accurate reports of all fire and emergency medical runs in both emergency

and non-emergency situations

 Perform periodic inspection and maintenance of Fire District fire hydrants to ensure their

readiness for use

 Perform periodic inspections of specified structures within the Fire District to identify and

recommend corrective actions for potential life safety hazards

 Participate in training and instruction as required and assigned

 Conduct command functions at emergency scenes in the absence of a higher ranking fire officer

Operational Requirements of the Firefighter/Paramedic

 Have a working knowledge of current firefighting techniques and equipment

 Have a working knowledge of EMS operations and standards

 Have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

 Have a comprehensive knowledge of the boundaries of the Fire District and the roadways located

therein

 Have a comprehensive knowledge and ability to operate all Fire District apparatus

 Have the ability to work with the public with tact and courtesy

Minimum Requirements:

 High school diploma or equivalent

 Valid driver’s license

 Ohio certified Firefighter II at time of appointment (reciprocity for out-of-state applicants must be

established prior to the date of appointment by the candidate if selected for the full-time position)

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