About this role
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 youre 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 [email protected]
Qualifications
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.