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Posted By Wilmington NC Business Directory Wilmingtonlist on 05-12-2024 1:57 PM

Description

Performs duties for the Southport Fire Department as related to a wide variety of tasks and functions in support of fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medical and other emergency services; and other tasks or duties as assigned by superiors.  

Essential Duties and Tasks
Participates in fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, technical rescues, water rescue, training and disaster preparedness program services and activities.  
Responds to emergency incidents.
May treat patients at the scene, enroute to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with departmental policy; protects privacy of all patient information in accordance with departmental policy.
Conducts and prepares pre-incident surveys, secures emergency scenes, performs fire extinguishment, performs salvage and overhaul operations, and provides emergency medical services.  
Performs station maintenance and duties; conducts repairs or alterations to station facilities, grounds and equipment; performs daily checks/inspections of apparatus and hydrants.  
Operates department apparatus, vehicles, and radio.
Assists with departmental activities and works with volunteer staff, striving for consistency throughout the organization.
Represents the department at various events such as parades, safety days, and community events.
Conducts public information/education classes related to fire prevention, hazardous materials, disaster preparedness and other department activities.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records, manuals and reports.
Performs work during emergency/disaster situations upon request and as assigned by superiors.
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by an officer or superior.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge
Basic understanding of City and State laws, codes and ordinances.
General knowledge of the geography and street layout of the service districts and surrounding areas.
Some knowledge of fire ground tactic and strategy, the Incident Command System (ICS), principles of incident safety, hazardous materials incident management techniques, and emergency medical practices. 
Use appropriate professional language at all times, use proper grammar and use of English in speaking and writing.
Some knowledge of fire science theory, principles and practices and their application to a wide variety of emergency service operations including emergency medical care, fire suppression, fire prevention, and fire investigation; operational characteristics of fire apparatus and equipment including emergency driving techniques; safe fire apparatus operation; fire prevention principles, methods, and practices.
Departmental rank structure
Departmental procedures
Employee training specifications
Counseling and public relations skills
Computer operations and applications, including word processing and spreadsheets.
OSHA standards and regulations concerning employee safety.
Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department.
Ability to operate in extremely dangerous scenarios and life and death environments that potentially expose the individual to great bodily harm or death.
Ability to perform in dynamic, highly stressful situations.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in all types of emergency and departmental scenarios.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions and project consequences of proposed actions.
Ability to assess situations to determine tactical objectives on emergency scenes.
Ability to work extended hours and days to meet all operational needs when necessary. May be recalled to duty at any time by an Incident Commander or the Fire Chief.
Ability to wear a respirator (SCBA) to safely perform firefighting operations or perform rescues in conditions where smoke or gases may be present; duties may require SCBA usage for thirty (30) minutes to several hours at one time.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other medical personnel, law enforcement, and the general public.
 
Skills and Abilities
Give strong attention to details.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain accountability.
Promote public relations.
Gain respect of fellow employees
Use common sense and intuition.
Develop principles, methods, practices and procedures of effective training.
Handle department vehicle and equipment in extreme conditions
Exhibit time organization, planning, and leadership
Work under adverse conditions
Prepare and present effectively, oral and written informative material relating to the
activities of the department
Diagnose problems and determine the best solution.
Communicate effectively with other City employees, both oral and written
Work autonomously when necessary
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions.
Deal with others in a professional manner
Maintain professional composure in heated situations.
Follow Departmental and City policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent, be competent in spelling and grammar, possess good people skills for dealing with both employees and the public and be proficient in the use of computers and various types of software.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
The person in this position must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license, and also must obtain and maintain yearly CPR certifications.  Fire fighter 1 & 2 state certification, Basic level EMT, Haz-Mat Operator, and Emergency Vehicle Driver certification preferred, or must obtain within 1 year of hire date.