Firefighter/EMT

Job Description:

Firefighter/EMT

Description

JOB SUMMARY


The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:

Firefighter/EMT

Entry Salary Range: $73,000.00 - $82,162.14


Lateral Entry available depending on qualifications up to step 5.
Step 1: $73,000.00

Step 2: $75,190.00

Step 3: $77,445.70

Step 4: $79,769.07

Step 5: $82,162.14

Step 6: $84,627.01

Step 7: $87,165.82


Annual Step Increases

Lateral Pay Program
Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Benefits
Training & Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications:
High School graduation or equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses in Fire
Science.
Current on all TDSHS requirements for EMT-B certification.
Current on all TCFP requirements for all required certifications.
Successful completion of all medical control requirements to perform as an EMT-B with the Prosper
Fire Department
Must maintain good standings with Fire Department Medical Director
Must be eligible to hold a valid Texas Class B Exempt driver’s license and obtain that license within
six (6) months of employment.
Must maintain a satisfactory rating on annual performance evaluation reports.
Must possess the following certifications (by application deadline)
o Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Firefighter
o Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) EMT-B
Must possess the following certifications (within one year of employment)
o Courage to be Safe
o Traffic Incident Management
May be required to attend and pass a DSHS certified Paramedic Program to obtain a DSHS
Paramedic certification. Failure to me

Performs a variety of highly technical and specialized tasks involving and/or related to fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention, fire inspections, administration, and other special assignments as required. Supervises and controls emergency medical scenes until relieved by a higher-ranking officer. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.

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ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Town of Prosper EmployeeBenefits

Salary:

$25.07 - $28.22 Hourly