Firefighter / Paramedic - Full-time
Jekyll Island, Georgia Vacation, Conservation, and Education Destination, Little Saint Simons Island, GA, United States
Position:
Firefighter / Paramedic – Full‑time
Location:
Jekyll Island, GA
Job Id:
1749
# of Openings:
1
Department/Division:
Fire Department / Public Safety
Status:
Regular Full time, Non‑exempt Employee
Pay:
$18.05 – $19.60 per hour (DOQ)
Reports to:
Shift Captain
Closing Date:
Open until filled. Position will close once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Spouse/Child Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent). Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Paid Holidays. Parking pass. Amenity pass. Work Schedule – 48 on duty / 96 off duty.
Retirement:
Employee Retirement System of Georgia (GSEPS). Retirement benefits include a pension plus a matching 401(k).
Summary
Duties include but are not limited to daily inspection, maintenance, and cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and station. Performs all forms of emergency services, including fire, basic and advanced life support, hazardous material, rescue, and public education events as directed. Has daily contact with the public requiring utmost tact and courtesy. Makes instantaneous decisions on all types of emergencies requiring mature judgment and knowledge. Attends mandatory training both on and off duty as directed to maintain skills and learn new information. Performs any tasks and duties as directed by the Shift Captain.
Description
Provides advanced emergency medical care to sick or injured persons, including advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, basic trauma life support, pediatric care, obstetrical care, advanced airway management, or drug treatments.
Responds to and participates in firefighting operations.
Inspects buildings for pre‑fire plans, fire hazards, and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Maintains cleanliness of vehicles, inside and out. Maintains cleanliness of the station inside and out.
Performs daily inspections of all supplies, equipment, vehicles, and station, ensuring readiness and completing repairs or replacement of items when necessary.
Accurately and completes all required Jekyll Island Authority and Jekyll Island Fire Department reports and documentation within the required time frames.
Position is considered a Critical Workforce for the Jekyll Island Authority and is required to work during a State of Emergency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED accepted by the Georgia Firefighter Standards & Training Council is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Georgia residents must have a valid driver's license within 60 days of employment, in class A, B, E, or F. Candidates residing in another state must have the equivalent license classification.
Must maintain a current Georgia Paramedic license.
Must maintain a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.
Must maintain a Georgia Firefighter Certification. Individuals eligible for recertification or reciprocity due to a lapse must complete the certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Additional knowledge and skills required: knowledge of standard emergency management principles, techniques, terminology, equipment, and materials, including extrication and search and rescue; knowledge of response areas; knowledge of the National Incident Command System; knowledge of hazardous materials; skill in the operation and maintenance of specialized emergency equipment, including but not limited to Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), extrication, and other common types of equipment; skill in performing emergency medical techniques, including CPR and first aid; skill in performing mathematical calculations; skill in communication, both oral and written; skill in the operation of personal computers (PC) and Microsoft Outlook; skill in operating an Android OS tablet and associated software used in job duties.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to pass and maintain the physical requirements of the Georgia Certified Firefighters Physical Agility Test.
Working Conditions
Indoor duty is performed in a controlled temperature environment. May be exposed to extreme temperatures or humid conditions during an emergency.
May be exposed to noisy environments during emergencies.
May be exposed to vibration of the body during emergencies.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, chemicals, fire, infectious diseases, and burns.
During emergencies, may be exposed to exhaust or chemical fumes, smoke, odors, dust, mists, and gases.
Work mainly on even carpeted and tiled floor surfaces. May work on asphalt, concrete, or natural ground during an emergency. May be required to work on inclines or ramps, catwalks or scaffolding, stairs, and ladders. The working surface is mainly dry but may be wet or greasy during emergencies.
Work with direction. May work with one or two other people. May work with a large group of people.
Work conducted during any time of day or night as needed for emergencies.
May be required to work additional hours when minimum staffing levels cannot be achieved through voluntary means.
Employee is subject to call back and therefore requires a reasonably available telephone.
This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.
Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island is a Drug‑free Workplace.
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Firefighter / Paramedic – Full‑time
Location:
Jekyll Island, GA
Job Id:
1749
# of Openings:
1
Department/Division:
Fire Department / Public Safety
Status:
Regular Full time, Non‑exempt Employee
Pay:
$18.05 – $19.60 per hour (DOQ)
Reports to:
Shift Captain
Closing Date:
Open until filled. Position will close once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Spouse/Child Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent). Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Paid Holidays. Parking pass. Amenity pass. Work Schedule – 48 on duty / 96 off duty.
Retirement:
Employee Retirement System of Georgia (GSEPS). Retirement benefits include a pension plus a matching 401(k).
Summary
Duties include but are not limited to daily inspection, maintenance, and cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and station. Performs all forms of emergency services, including fire, basic and advanced life support, hazardous material, rescue, and public education events as directed. Has daily contact with the public requiring utmost tact and courtesy. Makes instantaneous decisions on all types of emergencies requiring mature judgment and knowledge. Attends mandatory training both on and off duty as directed to maintain skills and learn new information. Performs any tasks and duties as directed by the Shift Captain.
Description
Provides advanced emergency medical care to sick or injured persons, including advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, basic trauma life support, pediatric care, obstetrical care, advanced airway management, or drug treatments.
Responds to and participates in firefighting operations.
Inspects buildings for pre‑fire plans, fire hazards, and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Maintains cleanliness of vehicles, inside and out. Maintains cleanliness of the station inside and out.
Performs daily inspections of all supplies, equipment, vehicles, and station, ensuring readiness and completing repairs or replacement of items when necessary.
Accurately and completes all required Jekyll Island Authority and Jekyll Island Fire Department reports and documentation within the required time frames.
Position is considered a Critical Workforce for the Jekyll Island Authority and is required to work during a State of Emergency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED accepted by the Georgia Firefighter Standards & Training Council is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Georgia residents must have a valid driver's license within 60 days of employment, in class A, B, E, or F. Candidates residing in another state must have the equivalent license classification.
Must maintain a current Georgia Paramedic license.
Must maintain a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.
Must maintain a Georgia Firefighter Certification. Individuals eligible for recertification or reciprocity due to a lapse must complete the certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Additional knowledge and skills required: knowledge of standard emergency management principles, techniques, terminology, equipment, and materials, including extrication and search and rescue; knowledge of response areas; knowledge of the National Incident Command System; knowledge of hazardous materials; skill in the operation and maintenance of specialized emergency equipment, including but not limited to Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), extrication, and other common types of equipment; skill in performing emergency medical techniques, including CPR and first aid; skill in performing mathematical calculations; skill in communication, both oral and written; skill in the operation of personal computers (PC) and Microsoft Outlook; skill in operating an Android OS tablet and associated software used in job duties.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to pass and maintain the physical requirements of the Georgia Certified Firefighters Physical Agility Test.
Working Conditions
Indoor duty is performed in a controlled temperature environment. May be exposed to extreme temperatures or humid conditions during an emergency.
May be exposed to noisy environments during emergencies.
May be exposed to vibration of the body during emergencies.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, chemicals, fire, infectious diseases, and burns.
During emergencies, may be exposed to exhaust or chemical fumes, smoke, odors, dust, mists, and gases.
Work mainly on even carpeted and tiled floor surfaces. May work on asphalt, concrete, or natural ground during an emergency. May be required to work on inclines or ramps, catwalks or scaffolding, stairs, and ladders. The working surface is mainly dry but may be wet or greasy during emergencies.
Work with direction. May work with one or two other people. May work with a large group of people.
Work conducted during any time of day or night as needed for emergencies.
May be required to work additional hours when minimum staffing levels cannot be achieved through voluntary means.
Employee is subject to call back and therefore requires a reasonably available telephone.
This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.
Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island is a Drug‑free Workplace.
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