Firefighter / Paramedic

Firefighter Paramedic

The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Firefighter Paramedic. Entry salary range : $79,000.00 - $88,915.20. Lateral Entry available depending on qualifications up to step 5. Steps : $79,000.00, $81,370.00, $83,811.10, $86,325.43, $88,915.20, $91,582.65, $94,330.13. Annual Step Increases. Lateral Pay Program. Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 Days of Employment. Tuition Reimbursement. Wellness Benefits. Training & Continuing Education Opportunities.

Qualifications : High School graduation or equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses in Fire Science. Current on all TDSHS requirements for paramedic certification. Current on all TCFP requirements for all required certifications. Successful completion of all medical control requirements to perform as a Paramedic with the Prosper Fire Department. Must maintain good standings with Fire Department Medical Director. Must be eligible to hold a valid Texas Class B Exempt driver's license and obtain that license within six (6) months of employment. Must maintain a satisfactory rating on annual performance evaluation reports. Must possess the following certifications (by application deadline) : 1. Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Firefighter 2. Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic 3. Courage to be Safe (within one year of employment) 4. Traffic Incident Management (within one year of employment)

Performs a variety of highly technical and specialized tasks involving and / or related to fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention, fire inspections, administration, and other special assignments as required. Supervises and controls emergency medical scenes until relieve by a higher-ranking officer. Perform other as assigned.