FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC

Join our dedicated team as a Firefighter Paramedic in a small, close-knit community where your work truly makes a difference. At the City of Bellaire, we prioritize stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie, creating an environment where each individual can thrive and have a direct impact on the safety and well-being of our residents. If you’re passionate about serving with purpose and want to be part of a team that values innovation and strong connections, we invite you to apply and help us continue to build a safer, stronger community together. **FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC functions include but are not limited to the following:** - **Emergency Response:** - Respond promptly to fire and medical emergencies and other related support calls, assessing situations upon arrival and determining appropriate response actions. - Utilize radio, telephone, and dispatch communications to coordinate response activities. - Assess emergency situations upon arrival and determine appropriate response and mitigation actions. - Perform fire suppression tactics, rescue operations, and medical interventions as needed. - **Medical Care:** - Provide emergency medical care to patients, including conducting physical exams, administering necessary medical treatments, and transporting patients to medical facilities. - Maintain compliance with all laws and regulations regarding medication storage and handling. - Complete medical reports, stock medical supplies, and document all services provided. - **Equipment Maintenance:** - Perform preventative maintenance on fire fighting and medical equipment, ensuring apparatus operates properly and safely. - Identify and replace faulty parts as needed, documenting maintenance actions and reporting any issues. - Assist with fire station cleaning activities and ensure station property is well-maintained. - **Administrative Duties:** - Prepare and maintain reports, assist in planning department objectives, and participate in meetings and activities. - Stay informed about developments in fire fighting methods and techniques, contributing to the formulation of guidelines and procedures. - Educate the community on fire safety through public inquiries, presentations, and demonstrations. - **Community Education:** - Educate the community about fire safety by responding to inquiries, presenting fire safety tips to schools and businesses, and demonstrating proper fire extinguisher use and first aid procedures. - Assist with public tours of the fire station and participate in community outreach events as needed. - **Training and Certification:** - Maintain firefighting and paramedic certifications through participation in continuing education programs. - Attend training sessions to enhance medical, firefighting, driving, and computer skills. - Adhere to work schedule and attendance requirements to ensure readiness for emergency response. - Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned. **Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and invitations for testing will be sent by email.** **\*Want to know more about us? Check out this short video!** https://youtu.be/LScOAD7ayQI **\*Questions about the hiring process? Please contact Captain Benas at sbenas@bellairetx.gov** **Education & Experience** - An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. **Education:** High School Diploma or GED **Experience:** No previous relevant work experience is required. **Supervisory:** No previous supervisory experience is required. **Certifications/Licenses**: TCFP Basic Structural Firefighter Certification; DSHS Paramedic Certification\*\*; ACLS; PALS; CPR & AED; Class B Exempt Driver's License preferred \*\*Candidates who currently hold an EMT certification may be considered; however, appointment to the position requires obtaining Paramedic certification within one year of hire.