FirefighterParamedic

FIREFIGHTER/ PARAMEDIC FT position

TOWN OF OXFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT JOB POSTING (Position open until filled)

Come be part of the change!!

The staff of Oxford Fire and EMS are working hard to become a leader in training staff development and retention.

We are currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time benefit eligible Firefighter/Paramedic (FF/P). This is a non-supervisory position which specializes in Fire-EMS rescue operations and advanced life support emergency medical care in accordance with Massachusetts State Law and State EMS Protocols.

The FF/P will perform all functions in prevention and suppression of fires and/or extrications from any life-threatening circumstances. He/she will also mitigate hazardous materials to the extent allowed and provide other emergency/non-emergency services as directed by senior officers.

The FF/P will maintain assigned equipment in proper operating condition as well as monitor and maintain vehicles to ensure they are in response ready condition. He/she will complete and monitor checklists reports forms and other fire/medical legal documents each shift.

The FF/P will participate in the required training classes. Oxford Fire and EMS prides itself on providing continued hands-on training as well as electronic courses to ensure staff are best prepared for any incident.

The salary range is $30.17 to $34.98 per hour depending on training and experience. Personnel are also eligible for an annual education and fitness stipend:

Masters - $7800

Bachelors - $5200

Associates - $2600

Fitness - $800

Minimum Qualifications for the Firefighter/Paramedic are:

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate/Completion from an accredited EMS Training Program and Certified as a Paramedic

American Heart Association CPR/Defib Certification

Current valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications

Firefighter I/II Certification

Graduate of the Recruit or Massachusetts Call/Volunteer Firefighter programs

Career Firefighter/Paramedic lateral transfer from a full-time fire department

NOTE: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 4634: A full-time professional academy trained firefighter who is hired by Oxford Fire-EMS as a lateral transfer may submit a request to the Town Manager to be granted seniority credit for vacation purposes only. The amount of credit to be granted if any will be at the sole discretion of the Town Manager and shall not exceed what an Oxford Firefighter would be eligible for based on service in Oxford.

This position is subject to mandatory Alcohol controlled substances physical examination Physical Agility Test (PAT waived for lateral transfer) and criminal background testing. The Town of Oxford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful candidate is required to complete a one-year probationary period.