City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District, (OR)
PARAMEDIC
Salary: $20.00 – $25.53 Hourly
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City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District, (OR)
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PARAMEDIC
The Albany Fire Department, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District have combined efforts and will be hiring personnel for a single role/peak activity ambulance. All three departments are committed to providing excellent customer service and emergency care to those we serve and are looking for candidates who have those same values. All three departments are committed to looking for new ways of delivering emergency care and are excited about this joint effort. This single-role ambulance will primarily cover inter-facility transfers, standby at special events, and when needed emergency calls or area coverage. These positions will be housed at the Tangent Rural Fire District.
The City of Albany offers a generous benefits package to employees and eligible dependents.
This position is represented by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). For a complete and detailed overview of the IAFF benefits package, Click here (Download PDF reader)
Salary and benefits are subject to negotiation and, therefore, may change as a result of negotiations.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited paramedic program.
Experience as a Paramedic with a career or volunteer fire department or private EMS agency, or successful completion of a student or EMS internship with the Albany Fire Department or Lebanon Fire District. Preference may be given to Albany, Lebanon, or Tangent active and in good standing fire volunteers. (Applicant must attach to their application a letter from the Department or District Chief verifying their active, good standing volunteer status.)
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Job Information
ALBANY, CITY OF
333 BROADALBIN SW
ALBANY, OREGON 97321
(541)917-7506
http://www.cityofalbany.net
Updated: April 27, 2018
Classification: Paramedic
The City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District are working collaboratively to recruit full-time Paramedics. All candidates must take FireTEAM testing. All testing must be complete by the time the application closes on Friday, May 11, 2018.
These positions are bargaining unit positions. They will be represented by either Albany Firefighters Local 845 or by Lebanon Professional Firefighters Local 2163 depending on which department the candidate is assigned to when formally hired.
Please Note: These positions require a current state of Oregon EMT-Paramedic certification or NREMT-Paramedic (National Registry EMTP).
City of Albany Application Required: www.cityofalbany.net/departments/human-resources/hiring/current-regular-job-openings
Salary Information: $20.00 per hour
Benefit Information: www.cityofalbany.net/departments/human-resources/benefits
Contact Information:
Human Resources
541-917-7509
[email protected]
Department Information: The Albany Fire Department, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District have combined efforts and will be hiring personnel for a single role/peak activity ambulance. All three departments are committed to providing excellent customer service and emergency care to those we serve and are looking for candidates who have those same values. All three departments are committed to looking for new ways of delivering emergency care and are excited about this joint effort. This single-role ambulance will primarily cover inter-facility transfers, standby at special events, and when needed emergency calls or area coverage. These positions will be housed at the Tangent Rural Fire District.
These positions are bargaining unit positions. They will be represented by either Albany Firefighters Local 845 or by Lebanon Professional Firefighters Local 2163 depending on which department the candidate is assigned to when formally hired.
These positions provide an excellent opportunity for a single role paramedic to continue their medical career in a fire department setting.
Population: Albany- 52,540 Lebanon- 16,435 Tangent- 1,205
Job Requirements
Age: Must be 19 years or older at the time of employment.
US Citizen: US Citizen or Lawfully Work in the US.
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid OREGON State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
College:
Graduation from an accredited paramedic program.
Necessary Certifications:
Must have:
- Must have a current state of Oregon Paramedic certification or NREMT-Paramedic. If candidates possess a NREMT-Paramedic certification, the candidates continued employment is contingent on ability to obtain Oregon EMT-Paramedic certification. A copy of your certification must be attached to your application.
- Valid FireTeam Test dated no earlier than April 1, 2017.
- First Responder Operations certification or Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations equivalent. A copy of your certification must be attached to your application
Post Hiring:
Ability to obtain by the end of the training period and/or maintain Oregon EMT-Paramedic medical standing order privileges from the Fire Department Medical Director; learn the operation of fire suppression and other emergency equipment; perform strenuous physical tasks under adverse environmental conditions; act effectively in emergency and stressful situations; and follow verbal and written instructions.
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Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:
Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers
Must have no felony convictions; must have no other disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven years.Driving Disqualifiers
Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any other state or territory.Drug Use Disqualifiers
Use of tobacco products is prohibited subject to applicable agency policy and/or collective bargaining agreement.Employment Disqualifiers
The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.Additional Disqualifiers
Must meet the applicable agency physical qualifications and pass a background check, medical and, if required, psychological exams, and drug screen prior to appointment at the entry level.
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