Firefighter/Medic (Firefighter/Paramedic)

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　　Firefighter/Medic (Firefighter/Paramedic)

　　Salary

　　$69,412.30 - $107,684.51 Annually

　　Location

　　FAIRFAX (EJ06), VA

　　Job Type

　　FT Hourly W BN

　　Job Number

　　24-00025

　　Department

　　Fire & Rescue

　　Opening Date

　　01/06/2024

　　Closing Date

　　12/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Pay Grade

　　F18

　　Posting Type

　　Open to General Public

　　Description

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　　Job Announcement

　　One of the most Dynamic Counties in the Nation

　　$10,000 Sign-on BONUS*

　　Fairfax County is a diverse urban county with over 1.1 million residents which boasts a nationally recognized school system, safe neighborhoods, extensive parklands, and bustling town centers. This urban county has a history of stable political leadership, effective citizen engagement, and outstanding service delivery .

　　About the Department

　　The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) received a Class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO) in 2014 and was accredited through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) in 2018. The FCFRD is a premier all-hazards fire and rescue department providing basic and advanced life support (BLS and ALS) emergency medical services (EMS), fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, water rescue, life safety education, fire prevention, and arson investigation services. Approximately 1,400 highly trained uniformed personnel work in 39 strategically placed fire and rescue stations. FCFRD field personnel work one of three 24-hour rotating shifts. The FCFRD staffs 38 ALS engines, 14 ALS trucks/towers, eight ALS rescue squads, five tankers, a hazardous materials unit, a hazardous materials support unit, and 42 emergency medical transport units. Several other types of apparatus, such as brush trucks, boats, and support vehicles supplement the needs of the FCFRD. Additionally, the FCFRD is home to VATF-1/USA-1 (https://www.vatf1.org/) , part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) response system, and one of two internationally deployable Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Teams in the United States .

　　Duties include:

　　Conducts patient assessment (e.g., evaluates the respiratory, cardiovascular, and central nervous systems)

　　Provides basic and advanced emergency medical care to stabilize the condition of the critically ill or injured prior to transport to a medical facility

　　Confers with the supervising physician or hospital via radio or telephone, providing the patient's medical history and condition .

　　Administers medication via intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intraosseous, or sublingual routes

　　Administers advanced emergency medical procedures (e.g., inserting airways, interpreting, and treating cardiac arrhythmias, performing defibrillation, electronic pacing)

　　Participates in multi-disciplinary cutting-edge training to prepare for tasks such as tactical emergency casualty care (TECC) and Field-Available Component Transfusion Response (FACT*R)

　　Responds to emergency calls to protect life and property

　　Combats, extinguishes, and prevents fires

　　Participates in rescue extrication operations and provides emergency medical care to the sick and injured

　　Drives emergency apparatus, including, but not limited to transport units, engines, trucks, rescue squads, and tankers

　　Performs related work as required under direct supervision

　　Participate in Community Risk Reduction and Community Outreach activities

　　Work as part of a team and embody the department's Core Values (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire-ems/sites/fire-ems/files/assets/documents/pdf/mission_core_value.pdf)

　　Note: Following the successful completion of the recruit school, incumbents will serve a 12-month probationary period. During their probationary period, they shall complete an ALS internship to become FCFRD-authorized ALS providers. The FCFRD also provides continuing education to personnel with paramedic certification during and following the probationary period. Following successful completion of ALS internship, paramedics are eligible for ALS incentive pay ($5,971) and additional ALS riding pay of $2-3/hour depending on apparatus assigned.

　　If unsuccessful in completing the ALS internship, candidates will be moved to a firefighter position and their pay will be reduced by two steps.

　　Learn more about the Fire and Rescue Department (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire-ems/recruitment) by visiting our website, and by following us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/fairfaxcountyfirerescue/) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ffxfirerescue) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/@fairfaxcounty) , and our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_grv2_fIsh1p-4Pb8F8SVQ) .

　　Effective 7/1/2023, this position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $10,000. Illustrative Duties

　　Fire Suppression

　　Responds to fire alarms and a variety of emergency calls

　　Connects hose to hydrant, and pulls and deploys pre-connected hose lines

　　Wearing self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing, enters burning buildings with hose lines

　　Operates a nozzle and places a stream of water on a fire

　　Mounts and operates master stream appliances from an aerial ladder or elevating platform

　　Ventilates burning buildings by opening windows/skylights or by opening holes in roofs/floors

　　Positions ventilation fans to safely inject fresh air and exhaust heat, smoke, and gases

　　Performs salvage operations (e.g., removes fire debris and water, locates hidden fires, and operates shut-off valves for gas, electricity, oil and water)

　　Operates chemical and hand extinguishers

　　Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders

　　Uses radio and computer-aided dispatch equipment

　　Drives motorized apparatus in emergency and non-emergency conditions

　　Operates fire pumps at proper pressures and flows

　　Searches for victims in burning, smoke-filled buildings or other hazardous environments

　　Removes persons from danger

　　Performs heavy rescue operations

　　Administers first aid to injured persons

　　Takes vital signs and stabilizes patient

　　Collects pertinent information for patient assessment, including the patient's medical history

　　Conducts assessment for treatment of a patient with trauma-induced injuries

　　Performs water rescues from land and boats

　　Assists in the search and recovery of drowned victims

　　Operates emergency lighting appliances

　　Operates self-contained breathing apparatus in hazardous environments and confined spaces

　　Identifies and protects flammable or hazardous materials at fire scene

　　Restores apparatus and equipment to service after use

　　Refills self-contained breathing cylinders

　　Maintains specialized fire equipment and protective gear

　　Studies area geography, street names and locations, target hazards, pre-plans, water supply, and other firefighting resources

　　Studies building construction to identify structural weaknesses and fire behavior

　　Instructs citizens in fire prevention and life safety techniques

　　Examines building plans for pre-fire planning purposes

　　Pre-plans for fires in residential areas to provide information regarding hydrant locations, exposures, types of occupancy, and areas of high life or monetary loss risk

　　Pre-plans for fires in industrial and commercial buildings to provide information regarding location of hydrants and standpipes, building layout, hazardous material storage, occupancy patterns, and structural information

　　Participates in the inspection of businesses and public places for fire and life safety hazards

　　Inspects wiring and heating systems, basements, and attics of residences, and recommends ways to eliminate fire hazards

　　Inspects storage of hazardous and flammable materials and refers unsafe practices to the Fire Prevention Division

　　Inspects heating, cooling, ventilating, and electrical systems in commercial buildings and refers unsafe practices to the Fire Prevention Division

　　Inspects exits at public assemblies to ensure they are clearly marked, operate properly, and are clear of obstructions

　　Prepares inspection reports

　　Recognizes and preserves evidence on the causes of fires

　　Performs public relations duties (e.g., teaching school children about fire safety)

　　Advanced Life Support

　　Serves as the ALS provider on an Engine, Advanced Life Support Unit (ALSU), Paramedic Training Unit (PTU) or other apparatus as assigned

　　May serve as crew leader (Lead) on a Basic Life Support Unit (BLSU) or Advanced Life Support Unit (ALSU) in providing patient care

　　Provides advanced emergency medical care to stabilize the condition of the critically ill or injured prior to transport to a medical facility

　　Conducts patient assessment (e.g., evaluates the respiratory, cardiovascular, and central nervous systems)

　　Confers with the supervising physician or hospital via radio or telephone, providing the patient's medical history and condition

　　Performs differential diagnosis, initiates treatment, and determines subsequent treatment based on patient reactions, responses, and condition

　　Administers medication intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, endotracheally, interosseously, or sublingually

　　Administers advanced emergency medical procedures (e.g., creating airways, interpreting, and treating cardiac arrhythmias, performing defibrillation, electronic pacing, cardioversion, and/or electro-cartographic monitoring)

　　Treats general medical emergencies (e.g., drug overdoses, seizures, diabetic reactions) and trauma-induced wounds

　　Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation

　　Carries out emergency childbirth procedures

　　Notifies authorities of suspicion of child abuse

　　Sets priorities in a multiple casualty situation

　　Participates in multiple casualty and other types of drills within the station and battalion

　　Ensures that the ALSU is maintained ready to respond to emergency calls

　　Participates in the inventory of medications with another ALS or BLS provider

　　Keeps abreast of changes in techniques, procedures, equipment, and regulations

　　Operates the mobile display terminal (MDT) to mark the status of the unit, review premise history, etc.

　　Completes the Electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR) utilizing the ePCR handheld device

　　Assists in the extrication of entrapped victims, using prescribed techniques

　　In Each Functional Area

　　Attends training sessions, participates in drills, and participates in the physical fitness program

　　Participates in firefighting, rescue, and EMS duties

　　Performs housekeeping tasks in fire stations and on the grounds of fire stations

　　Utilizing computers and other related equipment, maintains records as necessary and completes incident reports

　　Employment Standards

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/equivalencies-education-and-experience)

　　(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

　　High school graduation or possession of a GED issued by a state department of education.

　　LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:

　　Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license at the time of application, and at all times during employment in the uniformed service.

　　Certified as a Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services EMT-P and/or a National Registry Paramedic at the time of application.

　　Following successful completion of Fire and Rescue recruit training:

　　Certification in Hazardous Materials Operations-Mission specific in accordance with Fairfax County training standards;

　　Certification in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) in accordance with Fairfax County training standards;

　　Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Basic Life Support Provider;

　　Certification as a full Advanced Life Support provider in Fairfax County and in full accordance with all current County training standards;

　　Successful Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) 100;

　　Successful Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) 700.

　　NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Regardless of area of assignment, all uniformed fire and rescue personnel that are medically qualified for field duties as a firefighter must maintain a level of fitness sufficient to enable them to participate in fire suppression and rescue activities when the need arises, as demonstrated by successful completion of the Fitness Measurement and Assessment Program (unless granted light duty due to illness or injury);

　　Must successfully complete a criminal background investigation, a polygraph examination, and a physical ability test prior to appointment;

　　Must be 18 years old at the time of application;

　　Must be tobacco-free and nicotine-free at the time of appointment, and be willing to sign a Conditions of Employment Agreement to not use tobacco or tobacco products on- or off-duty;

　　Personnel must maintain a Class "A" medical rating in the assigned medical group prior to starting work;

　　For Class "B" and "C" medical ratings, an accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis;

　　A Class "D" medical rating will not be considered.

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　The employee must be able to:

　　Reach above shoulder;

　　Work with body, bend over at the waist, kneel, crawl, climb stairs & ladders

　　Work with arms extended, work with arms above shoulder level, stand, sit, push, and stoop;

　　All duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

　　SELECTION PROCESS:

　　Successfully pass the following evaluation steps:

　　Application review

　　Personal History Statement

　　Written exam

　　FCFRD Physical Abilities Test (PAT) Preparation

　　PAT exam

　　Polygraph evaluation

　　Medical examination

　　Psychological profile evaluation

　　Must complete fingerprints or background check with VA OEMS for eligibility to hold an EMS certification

　　The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

　　Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

　　Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.