Seasonal Park Attendant - Oak Hollow Tennis Center

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Fire Chief, this position develops, implements, and administers programs and activities designed to maximize the contribution of the volunteer firefighter corps and enhance the smooth interface of volunteer and County staff.

Responsibilities

• Determines training and certification needs and requirements for volunteer personnel and facilitates its provision.
• Conducts inspections and meets with volunteer personnel to ascertain equipment needs and makes recommendation to Chief.
• Plans and conducts recruiting activities for volunteer firefighters.
• Captures and conducts physical exams, background checks, and driver’s license checks for prospective volunteer firefighters.
• Maintains compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local training and safety requirements, directives, policies, and guidelines and prepares reports, as required.
• Participates in budget preparation and makes recommendations regarding funding levels for volunteer programs.
• May participate in public meetings and address volunteer issues.
• Participates in training and continuing education initiatives and opportunities.
• Maintains various records and prepares special reports, as required.

Requirements

• Training and Experience: Associate Degree or two-year technical certificate and a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible volunteer and/or combination system fire/rescue experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.
• Licensing Requirements: Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance as issued by the State Fire Marshal’s Office; Florida Firefighter Instructor I, II, or III Certification; Completion of other job related certification programs offered by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training and certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Supervisory principles; Fire suppression techniques; Modern firefighting and rescue principles and tactics; Emergency medical care; Hydraulic concepts; Physical fitness principles; Vehicle, equipment, and apparatus maintenance principles and techniques; Occupational hazards and safety precautions; Applicable tools and equipment associated with firefighting; Building construction concepts.
• Skill in: Monitoring and evaluating subordinates; Delegating and prioritizing work; Providing emergency medical care; Suppressing fires; Leading a crew in emergency and non-emergency situations; Assessing risks; Operating applicable tools and equipment associated with firefighting; Using a computer and related software applications; Maintaining vehicles, buildings, equipment, and apparatus; Driving emergency response vehicles; Conducting flow testing and service on hydrants; Maintaining physical fitness; Preparing, analyzing, and maintaining reports; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Benefits

Employees have flexibility in choosing a benefit package that meets their personal needs. Escambia County employee benefits include: Medical, dental and vision insurance options; Florida Retirement System; Paid time off; Tax savings through flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care needs; Tuition reimbursement assistance; No cost Employee Assistance program; Voluntary benefits are also available.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details about schedule will be provided during the interview process.