Position Title:

Firefighter/Paramedic Lateral

Job Posting Closing Date:

Provo Fire & Rescue enjoys a cohesive and positive work environment with a strong desire to help each other succeed. The department has a state-of-the-art Heavy Rescue, two ladder trucks, two fire engines, five medic ambulances and three new type 6 brush trucks. The department also shows its commitment to fire-and-life-safety training by hosting monthly live fire, extrication, and EMS training. Our facilities have also been upgraded. We just moved into our new public safety administration building, rebuilt Station 2 in 2020, remodeled two other stations, and are currently building a new Station 1. As the Provo City Airport has continued to expand commercial business, we have also expanded our airport firefighter operations.

Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; free use of the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena, and City Library; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market among many other great benefits.

Eligibility: Provo City accepts lateral transfer applications from current firefighter/paramedics in other agencies at any time. Lateral transfers must be currently certified as a paramedic, have at least 2 years of full-time experience as a medical response firefighter, and have been employed in that capacity within the past 6 months.

Lateral Transfer Selection Process: Provo City will certify a list of lateral candidates at the beginning of each month depending on the number of candidates and available positions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and any additional screening requirements must pass a physical test (CPAT) prior to being advanced to a Command Staff interview. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a background investigation and drug screening.

Annual Pay Ranges: (placement based on qualifications)

Lateral Transfer Hiring Range: $65,116-$83,255

Firefighter/Paramedic (full career series): $58,992 - $91,790

Representative Selection of Essential Duties:

• Responds to emergency and fire scenes.

• Provides medical aid.

• Participates in fire suppression activities and in hazardous materials operations.

• Operates equipment and vehicles such as pumps, nozzles, ladders, hydrants, extinguishers, generators, etc.

• Searches for and rescues victims from buildings, autos, mountains, etc.

• Participates in post-emergency salvage operations and cleanup.

• Assists in pre-fire planning and development of property maps and sketches.

• Conducts fire inspections.

• Cleans and maintains firefighting equipment, station, and grounds.

• Participates in drills and training sessions.

• Conducts station tours.

• Assists in educating the public and performs other related duties as required.

Provo City firefighters work a 48/96 shift.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Current Paramedic License through the Utah State Bureau of EMS standards and have been employed in that capacity within the last 6 months.

• Firefighter I & II certifications (NFPA and Utah Fire and Rescue Academy standards).

• A valid, lawful Utah State driver license.

Lateral transfers may be brought in at the Firefighter/Paramedic or Senior Firefighter/Paramedic level depending on qualifications.

• Firefighter Paramedic (https://www.provo.org/Home/ShowDocument?id=1175) – In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 2 years of full-time experience as a medical response firefighter.

• Senior Firefighter Paramedic (https://www.provo.org/home/showpublisheddocument/10985/637641096142230000) – In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as a medical response firefighter, 2 years of which must have been as a certified paramedic; and ADO-A, ADO-P, Fire Instructor I, and Company Officer Inspector certifications (Lateral hires have 1 year from hire date to complete certificate and testing requirements).

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

53

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!