What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Lateral/Paramedic Lateral position at CITY OF FRANKFORT KY?
Are you a proven, confirmed Firefighter ready to advance your career? The City of Frankfort Fire Department is seeking experienced Firefighters to join our team.
We recognize experience. Here's what sets us apart:
- Exceptional Retirement Kick-start in Year 1: 24% Employer Contribution to your 401k or 457 account during your first year.
- Long-Term Retirement Security in Year 2 plus: Enrollment in the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA).
- Financial Incentives:
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- Kentucky State Firefighter Incentive: $4,562 annually.
- Paramedic Incentive (If Eligible): $8,800 annually.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with no or low employee premiums.
- Generous Paid Leave: No waiting period for vacation, sick, and holiday paid leave.
- Investment in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement program.
- Flexibility: Trade time option available. Shifts with 24 hrs on and 48 hrs off.
The Position
Under general direction, you will perform essential public safety work involving the protection of life and property. This role requires responding to emergency incidents, performing fire suppression, providing high-level emergency medical care, and engaging in fire code enforcement, public education, and station maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Emergency Response: Operate fire apparatus and equipment to perform fire suppression, rescue, and essential public service functions.
- Advanced Medical Care: Perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured, administering necessary medications, and following departmental SOPs/protocols. Must successfully complete yearly competency testing for high-risk procedures.
- Technical Rescue: Respond to hazardous materials incidents and perform functions related to the level of certification (HAZ-MAT Operations and Technician Level).
- Training & Mentoring: Attend all mandatory in-service training and mentor/evaluate other employees and students during probationary periods and internships.
Salary : $4,562 - $8,800
