Firefighter/EMT (Uncertified)

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation•Mayetta, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter/EMT (Uncertified) protects life and property through fire suppression, fire prevention, rescue, and emergency medical care, under the direction of a shift officer, Captain, and/or Lieutenant. This is a full-time hourly position with 12-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on a rotating schedule. Duty days and hours may change at the discretion of the Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief. The role provides enrolled members of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and/or children of enrolled members an opportunity to gain work experience and receive on-the-job training toward certification as a Firefighter/EMT. The Fire Department supports and funds the required training. In return, the employee must sign a 36-month prorated agreement to reimburse the Nation for training costs if they leave service before completing that period. The position is located at 15482 K Road, Mayetta, Kansas 66509. The listed pay range is $20.47–$23.54; the offered rate depends on the department budget and related experience and education. Applicants must meet all minimum requirements by the announcement’s closing date. Preference in employment actions is exercised in accordance with applicable law, and applicants must provide proof of eligibility for preference.

Requirements

Valid driver's license free of occupational restrictions.
Must be insurable with the Nation's insurance carrier.
At least one year of employment or currently attending vocational training.
Kansas Class B non-commercial license or higher within six months of hire.
Satisfactory attendance and performance in all prior and current employment.
High school diploma or GED.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification within two months of hire.
First Aid certification from the AHA, Red Cross, or another national standard within two months of hire.
NIMS IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 within two months of hire.
Successful completion of a Kansas EMT course and Kansas EMT certification within 12 months of hire.
Successful completion of a firefighting academy and certification at the Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and HAZMAT Operations levels within 12 months of hire.
Must sign a 36-month prorated training-cost reimbursement agreement.

Responsibilities

Protect life and property through fire suppression and fire prevention.
Perform rescue operations and provide emergency medical care.
Complete required on-the-job training toward Firefighter/EMT certification.
Work rotating 12-hour shifts, with schedules subject to change at the discretion of the Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief.