Firefighter/Paramedic: Desoto County Florida Deadline: December 21, 2016

Skilled technical work in the County Public Safety Department in the field of fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical services. Work is performed under the general direction of a superior officer.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•   Knowledge of the positions of firefighter and driver engineer and the skills to perform the duties of each
•   Knowledge of the geography of the County with respect to streets, hydrants and building access information
•   Knowledge of the location and layout of all high risk and special hazard occupancies, and the problems

  encountered with each

•   Knowledge of the strategy and tactics of handling fire, rescue, and medical emergencies and the ability to

  analyze and respond effectively under stress to each

•   Knowledge of the record keeping system in use, the components of the system, and the functions of each
•   Knowledge of paramedic principles, practices, and techniques and how they are used in rescue operations
•   Ability to carry out orders and to see that Department and County policies are adhered to
•   Ability to perform Firefighter and ALS duties effectively and work rotating shift assignments

  MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

  (A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

  LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
  Possess a valid Class “E” Florida Driver’s License; State of Florida Firefighter Certification as authorized by F.S.S. 633; AdvancedCardiacLifeSupport;StateofFloridaParamedicCertification. WillacceptEMT/Firefighterthatwillbe Paramedic certified within six months from date of hire.

How to Apply: The full job description and application can be found HERE.

County’s Website Click HERE