Firefighter/Paramedic

POSITION SUMMARY

Grandview, Missouri, is a first-tier suburb in the KCMO metropolitan area with a population of 25,000. Grandview Firefighter-Paramedics respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, urban search & rescue, and other calls to protect life and property; participate in all-hazards risk reduction and training; and maintain cleanliness of fire department facilities and readiness of firefighting equipment; hold primary responsibility for the readiness of medical equipment; and provide medical treatment at the paramedic level as authorized by the Standard Operating Guidelines of the Grandview Fire Department. The fire department operates a 24/48-hour shift schedule and operates one ALS pumper, one ALS ladder truck, and two fully staffed ALS ambulances from three stations.

Job Responsibilities

Responds to emergency situations and incidents to suppress fires, effect rescues/extrications, participate in searches, mitigate hazardous materials, and perform other duties as assigned and capable.

Operates firefighting tools, aerial equipment, emergency medical equipment, extrication and rescue equipment and a variety of related tools and vehicles

Responsible for all patient care (Advanced as well as Basic Life Support) in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, statutes, and protocols

Participates in on-going technical and physical training to maintain certifications

Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to department facilities

Participates in fire prevention and safety education/promotional events. Conducts station tours and gives presentations and demonstrates the use of fire suppression and safety equipment

Assists in documenting incidents and provides incident information to appropriate agencies and supervisors.

All other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Possession of a valid state driver’s license

High school diploma or equivalent

Possess a valid Missouri State Paramedic License or NREMT-P license

Preferred Qualifications

Have completed a CPAT or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Firefighter I & II, hazardous materials awareness and operations, or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.

PAY

Starting at $63,748 annually. Will consider lateral transfers for up to 5 years of service. Grandview has an excellent benefits package including a 100% City funded L6 LAGERS pension plan, Aetna Health and Dental plan, Guardian Vision plan and deferred Compensation options. Employees enjoy 168 hours of vacation the first year and accrue 18 hours of sick leave a month.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to one of the following (please note position title applying for):

Online

E-Mail:

Fax: 816-763-3902

Mail to Grandview City Hall, 1200 Main Street, Grandview, MO 64030

Come to Grandview City Hall to complete an application or The View Community Center 13500 Byars Road

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person