Firefighter Paramedic III

OVERVIEW

Cache County is accepting applications for A full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position. The Firefighter / Paramedic provides advanced life support (ALS) emergency medical care, including patient assessment, medication administration, airway management, and trauma interventions. This position will work a 48/96 schedule.

This is a full time, benefited position. All benefits start on the first day! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, Utah Retirement System, 14 paid holidays, and 18 days of Personal Leave in the first year.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include responding to medical, fire, rescue, and wildland incidents; operating fire apparatus and specialized equipment; assisting with patient transport; and completing accurate medical and incident documentation.

This position performs fire suppression, rescue, and hazard mitigation activities; conducts daily equipment and station maintenance; participates in training and physical fitness activities; follows department policies and safety procedures; and supports public education and community outreach efforts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED, One (1) year of job related training, Three (3) years of full-time experience in fire or emergency services AND a current Paramedic License.

Licensing and Certifications: NREMT- Paramedic or Utah AEMT license (CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications), Utah Firefighter I and II (or IFSAC equivalent), Utah Hazmat Operations (or IFSAC equivalent), Utah Wildland Firefighter I (or NWCG Wildland Firefighter II equivalent), Current NWCG Red Card, ICS 100, 200 and 700, Annual and periodic recertification(s) as required.

For a complete list of qualifications for the Firefighter/Paramedic III position, please refer to the attached job description.

ABOUT CACHE COUNTY

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This is career service position. Cache County Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Team at hr@cachecounty.gov.

Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.