Firefighter/ Emergency Medical Technician - Department of Fire & Emergency Medical Services

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or Microbiology, OR a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science with a major in Microbiology, Bacteriology or closely related degree from an accredited college or university.

All applicants must possess a current Louisiana driver's license* and an acceptable driving record.

Kind of Examination

This examination will consist of a rating of training and experience, weighted 100%.

Benefits

• Vacation (Annual Leave): Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked. Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
• Sick Leave: Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked. Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
• Holidays: Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
• Life Insurance: All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
• Medical Insurance: An HMO medical insurance plan is available for employees and their dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of the premiums for dependents.
• A Flexible Benefits Plan: Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
• Retirement: Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with 10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
• Tenure Payment: Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year. Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.
• A Deferred Compensation Plan (457b plan): Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings. Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special Leaves of Absence

• Military service
• Maternity leave

Supplemental Questions

• Are you currently employed by Jefferson Parish? Yes No
• If yes, please list the following:
  1. a) your current job title and Department
  2. b) your work phone number
  3. c) number of years employed with Jefferson Parish
• Qualifications None of the above Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science with a major in Microbiology, Bacteriology, or closely related field
• Please list your college major and the name of the college/university that issued the degree.
• The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must provide a copy of your college diploma and/or college transcripts (non-official transcript are acceptable). I have read and understand this statement.
• This position requires a current driver's license. Please select the option that best describes your qualifications: I have a current driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana I have a current driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana I do not have a current driver's license
• A valid driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana is acceptable for application. However, once an employment offer is extended, an applicant will have ten (10) days to obtain the required Louisiana license. Failure to obtain a Louisiana license will disqualify an applicant for permanent employment in this position. I have read and understand the above driver's license requirement.
• Please provide the following information regarding your driver's license: a) name of state that issued the license b) license number c) class of license d) license expiration date