Fire Safety Officer II - Quick Response VehicleLocation: Open Date: DescriptionWELCOME TO CLEMSON!Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
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JOB SUMMARY:The Fire Safety Officer II Paramedic (Quick Response Vehicle Medic) protects life and property by providing Fire & Emergency Medical Services response including, but not limited to emergency medical care, fire suppression, hazardous materials, technical rescue, fire and injury prevention and educational programs. Performs other duties as assigned
JOB DUTIES:50% - Essential - Responsible for responding to scenes of fires, disasters or other emergency incidents; provides emergency medical services; responds to manmade and natural disasters; protecting life and property through controlling, extinguishing and preventing fires. Delivers safe medical care and treatment based on the individual needs of the patient and in accordance with medical protocols and department policies and procedures. In emergency situations, performs hazardous tasks requiring strenuous physical exertion for extended periods of time.
35% - Essential - Administrative: Actively conducts occupancy pre-incident plans, performs fire prevention, public education, and public relations activities while projecting a professional public image. Accurately completes electronic forms, incident reports, and other documentation as required. Maintains compliance with required OSHA Programs to include Fire Brigade Clearance, Respiratory Protection, Exposure Control Program. Maintains EMS certification and maintains medical control sponsorship/authorization.
15% - Essential - Supervisory: Work is performed under the direction of a commanding officer but the individual must take initiative and exercise independent judgment in emergency situations. This position has no supervisory responsibilities, however may require giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or members of the public during emergency operations per NIMS-ICS as a resource leader or team member; May serve as Initial Incident Commander until relieved as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education - High School or Equivalent
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000
Work Exp: 12 consecutive months of firefighting and/or EMS field experience
Current National Registry Paramedic & SC Paramedic certification and NFPA Firefighter I and II, NIMS-ICS 700, 800,100,& 200, CPR-BLS, and the ability to maintain continuous medical control sponsorship
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:Education - 1st Associate's Degree - Fire Science, Emergency Services, or other related field
1+ year of full time paid Advanced EMT or Paramedic experience 1+ years of full time paid firefighter experience
Firefighter Survival (SCFA 1139 or equivalent), Rescuing Our Own -RIT - (SCFA 1140 or equivalent).
RESPONSIBILITIESJOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 50% - Stand for prolonged period
50% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
75% - Walk or move about
50% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
25% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
25% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
90% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
75% - Recognize or inspect visually
25% - Move, transport, raise or lower
75% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
10% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
90% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS: 10% - Exposure to heat or cold
10% - Exposure to dust/fumes
10% - Wet or humid
10% - Noise
10% - Vibration
10% - Mechanical Hazards
10% - Chemical hazards
10% - Electrical hazards
10% - Radiant energy hazards
10% - Burn hazards
5% - Overnight Travel
25% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
WORK SCHEDULE:Standard Hrs: 53
COMPENSATION INFORMATIONExpected Salary Range: $59,225.43-$65,239.59
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVELEssential Level 2 employee
Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
JOB LOCATION:Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:For immediate consideration, please submit your application with resume and cover letter by 11:55 pm on Friday, February 27th. Review of applications will begin immediately, and position will remain open until filled.
MILITARY AND VETERAN:MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email
hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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