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Detroit Firefighter (EMT / Paramedic)

Detroit Firefighter (EMT Student or Paramedic Student) : Upon completion of the Fire Academy, the pay rate will increase to $45,994.00 for Firefighter EMT Merged Role or $48,648.00 for Firefighter Paramedic Merged Role.

The Detroit Fire Department provides a safe environment for Detroit's citizens and visitors through public education, enforcement of fire codes and deployment of efficient emergency response resources. The Department has 1,300+ employees assigned to seven (7) Divisions (Communications, Community Relations, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Fighting Operations, Fire Marshal, Fire Investigations, and Fire Training). Under general supervision, Firefighters respond to emergency incidents with an assigned Company and extinguish fires or mitigate incidents. Firefighters are responsible for the care and maintenance of various tools, including but not limited to power tools, the cleaning and care of company apparatus, equipment, quarters, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and other personal safety equipment and performs other related work. Under general supervision and within the scope of practice of an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic), responds to 9-1-1 calls for service to include medical, trauma and other public emergency situations; administers pre-hospital emergency medical care in accordance with approved medical protocols and Department rules and regulations; operates department issued emergency vehicles and provides transportation of the sick and injured to the closest available hospital.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned) :

• Provide life safety rescue measures and protection efforts of property, and water conservation.
• Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures.
• Operate a variety of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
• Assist with the mitigation of chemical hazardous materials, weapons of mass destruction, and Homeland Security events.
• Participate in public education programs and community relations activities to educate the public on how to protect life and property.
• Use a variety of equipment and special materials to treat injured people, including airway management and ventilation support equipment, defibrillators, extrication equipment, various kinds of splints, special dressings, and bandages.
• Transport injured people to the closest available hospital in emergency and non-emergency medical units.
• Recognizes the need for transporting unusual cases to hospitals where specialized treatment is available; continues patient care while in transit.
• Attend in-service and other training classes to enhance technical skill.

Qualifications (required) :

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements :

Evaluation Plan :

Required Documentation :

Psychological and Medical Evaluation :

Psychological and Medical Evaluation has been established for the Detroit Fire Department. Candidates will be required to successfully complete a psychological evaluation to assess their mental and emotional readiness for the demands of firefighting. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of these assessments, as well as the pre-employment background investigation.

Selection will be made from all candidates within the band who are deemed qualified. All other applicants will receive a letter from the department indicating that they are not being considered for the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Work Environment :

Work is performed both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to conditions, which may include fumes, extreme heat and cold, wetness, loud noise, confined spaces, dust, hazardous chemicals, blood, bodily fluids, airborne pathogens, inclement weather, etc.

Physical Demands :

The employee frequently engages in strenuous physical activity over long periods of time that requires good dexterity, coordination stamina and strength, which may include operating motor vehicles as well as light and / or heavy equipment for an extended period of time. The employee is expected to move about and ascend / descend (e.g. stairs, ladders, trees etc.) to accomplish tasks. The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 200 pounds.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

Must possess sufficient physical agility, mental alertness, and strength to perform the duties and work assignments associated with this classification. Employees in this class can expect to be engaged in strenuous physical activities, over long periods of time, in unpleasant working conditions including wetness, cold and extreme heat and confined spaces while performing hazardous work.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.

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