Firefighter/EMT - Part-Time

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Nottoway, VA

5d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Position is part of the Emergency Services Branch for the 41,000 acre Joint Training Center (JTC) Fort Pickett comprised of Garrison Area, Maneuver Training Areas, Range Areas, Blackstone Army Airfield (BAAF) and Natural Forested Areas. Major elements of response include but is not limited to Fire Prevention, Protection & Education; Emergency Medical Services; and Emergency Response. The position is mission critical to JTC operations and to the sustainment of VANG Readiness and lethality. The Position receives general administrative supervision from the Emergency Services Assistant Chief in terms of broadly defined missions and goals.

Requirements

Knowledge of and skill in, firefighting, rescue and EMS operations, principles, practices, techniques and use of specialize equipment
Knowledge of Incident Command and strategies/tactics and ability to deploy those strategies/tactics during emergency operations
Ability to work under pressure; identify and analyze needed data; make decisions; and maintain emotional self-control
The ability to be open−minded
Possess basic knowledge of Fire & EMS department operations
The ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively with a wide variety of people; and the ability to write clear, concise reports
Possess knowledge of other agencies (local, state, and federal) that can assist in times of need
Ability to perform Emergency Medical Technician Basic Life Support duties
Ability to use specialized firefighting, emergency medical services, record management, scheduling and incident management & command computerized hardware and software systems.
Must possess Firefighter II, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Level 3 and HAZMAT Operations certifications
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record required