Certified Fire/EMS Professional

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Certified Fire/EMS Professional

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Job Summary

The Greenville Fire/Rescue Department is currently accepting applications for certified firefighter/EMS professionals. These positions work a 24-hour shift on duty, with three days (72 hours) off between shifts. Shift employees work an average of seven or eight 24-hour shifts per month.

Note: This recruitment process is for applicants who are firefighter and EMS (dual) certified . See the "Minimum Qualifications" section for required certifications and other minimum qualifications.

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time.

Examples of Duties

These positions for the Greenville Fire/Rescue Department require the employee to play a multi-functional role. This role encompasses the many responsibilities required on the emergency scene as well as the daily tasks of maintaining a fire station, cleaning and inspecting equipment, and participating in training. General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency responses to Fire calls, EMS calls, Rescue calls, and other requests for service;
• Facilities and equipment maintenance; pre-fire planning; public education; child passenger seat installation;
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fire/Rescue Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum of H.S. Diploma or GED

Age: must be at least 18 years old

Requirements by position title:

Fire/Rescue Officer I- Annual Salary $45,718.40

Requires NC Firefighter II and NC HazMat Operations certification, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC Class B (non-CDL) driver's license, and NC EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Fire/Rescue Officer II - Annual Salary $51,688.00

Requires NC Firefighter II, NC HazMat Operations, and NC Driver/Operator Series certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC Class B (non-CDL) driver's license, and NC Advanced EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Shift Paramedic - Annual Salary $57,075.20

Requires NC Firefighter II and NC HazMat Operations certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC Class B (non-CDL) driver's license, and NC paramedic credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

EMS Specialist - Annual Salary $59,696.00
Requires NC Firefighter II, NC HazMat Operations, and NC Driver/Operator Series certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC Class B (non-CDL) driver's license, and NC paramedic credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Additional Requirements for all positions:
• Must have a safe driving record and possess a valid driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges.
• Be a United States citizen or a non-citizen who can provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Be of good moral character.
• Possess the mental, physical, and medical health to perform job duties.

The selection process will include a physical agility test, oral interview, background check, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug screen.

Special Requirements

• Must obtain a N.C. Class "B" driver's license (non-CDL) within one month from date of employment

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications