Firefighter - EMT

Description

If you are a current firefighter-paramedic, apply to the Firefighter-Paramedic position. If you are a paramedic but haven't attended the fire academy, apply to the Paramedic to Firefighter position. All candidates will start as a FF/EMT.

Representative Job Duties

• Effectively respond to fire, rescue, first aid, and related emergencies.
• Participate in daily drills, protecting life and property.
• Maintain equipment, apparatus, and buildings.
• Perform fire safety surveys and pre-plans.
• Perform routine housekeeping of fire station facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Participate in training activities.
• Other work as assigned.

Job Requirements

• U.S. citizen; 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Michigan Firefighter I & II Certification upon establishment of the Eligibility List.
• Currently employed as a sworn Fire Fighter in "good standing" or separated from service with a "good standing" at the time of separation.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodations.
• Valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record.
• No felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions.

Supplemental Information

• The selection process includes completing a City of Southfield application packet, a review of qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, a written examination, and an oral board interview.
• Selected candidates will undergo an extensive background investigation, psychological evaluation, and physical exam before employment.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement benefits include a blended pension plan, defined benefit SERS, and a retirement health savings account.
• Supplemental benefits include term life insurance, Aflac, MetLife, and EAP.
• Flexible spending accounts and dependent care are also offered.

Union Contracts

• Do you currently have a valid State of Michigan or National Registry EMT License/Certification?
• If not, are you currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program?
• If so, what is your expected date of graduation?
• Have you completed the Michigan Fire I and II Certification or do you have State Reciprocity?
• If not, are you enrolled in a Fire Academy?
• If so, what is your expected date of graduation?
• Are you currently working as a certified Firefighter?
• If not, have you been employed as a certified firefighter within the last 30 days?
• If you were separated from employment as a firefighter, did you leave in good standing?
• How many years of experience do you have working as a certified firefighter? Please include if you are/were working full-time, part-time, or paid on call.
• If you were referred by a City of Southfield employee, please enter their name here.