Allegany County Government - Maryland
EMTs, EMT-FIREFIGHTERS, CRT/PARAMEDICS, CRT/PARAMEDIC-FIREFIGHTERS
Allegany County Government - Maryland, Cumberland, Maryland, us, 21504
SUMMARY
Allegany County seeks applicants for full-time and part-time positions in the Department of Emergency Services, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division. These positions report to the Chief of Emergency Medical Services, and are responsible for providing basic life support (BLS) or advanced life support (ALS) emergency medical services to ill or injured persons.
For those successfully applying and testing for Firefighting, they will be required to function as a firefighter in addition to their BLS or ALS skill sets. Additional responsibilities include driving emergency vehicles; communicating with the dispatch center, patients, family members, and health care professionals; conducting public educational programs on first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and conducting administrative and maintenance functions as assigned.
Testing and interviews for these positions will establish eligibility lists for current and potential future hiring. Unsuccessful past applicants must reapply for consideration.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Maryland and National certification (where required) in field including any required supplemental certifications.
Experience in responding to emergency incidents; supervisory experience in a fire or EMS capacity or related field is desirable; and pertinent volunteer emergency response experience is beneficial.
Must also possess map reading skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to work well with volunteer and career personnel in various stations and settings, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Valid Drivers License and eligibility for coverage under the County’s motor vehicle insurance policy. (Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Eligibility for coverage under the County’s motor vehicle insurance policy.
SALARY AND BENEFITS Starting hourly rates vary by position, ranging from $19.41 to $23.33. Full-time positions include the complete County benefit package including health and life insurance, paid leave, and pension.
Detailed benefit information can be found on the Human Resources page of the Allegany County website at: https://www.alleganygov.org/1842/Employee-Benefits-Resources
APPLICATIONS Applications and complete job description are available in the Main Lobby at the address below or on the web at: http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx
(NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE)
Applications are required and must be returned to:
Allegany County Office Complex
701 Kelly Road
Cumberland, MD 21502
APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED CONTINUALLY AT THIS TIME (SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT A LATER DATE)
ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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For those successfully applying and testing for Firefighting, they will be required to function as a firefighter in addition to their BLS or ALS skill sets. Additional responsibilities include driving emergency vehicles; communicating with the dispatch center, patients, family members, and health care professionals; conducting public educational programs on first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and conducting administrative and maintenance functions as assigned.
Testing and interviews for these positions will establish eligibility lists for current and potential future hiring. Unsuccessful past applicants must reapply for consideration.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Maryland and National certification (where required) in field including any required supplemental certifications.
Experience in responding to emergency incidents; supervisory experience in a fire or EMS capacity or related field is desirable; and pertinent volunteer emergency response experience is beneficial.
Must also possess map reading skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to work well with volunteer and career personnel in various stations and settings, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Valid Drivers License and eligibility for coverage under the County’s motor vehicle insurance policy. (Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Eligibility for coverage under the County’s motor vehicle insurance policy.
SALARY AND BENEFITS Starting hourly rates vary by position, ranging from $19.41 to $23.33. Full-time positions include the complete County benefit package including health and life insurance, paid leave, and pension.
Detailed benefit information can be found on the Human Resources page of the Allegany County website at: https://www.alleganygov.org/1842/Employee-Benefits-Resources
APPLICATIONS Applications and complete job description are available in the Main Lobby at the address below or on the web at: http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx
(NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE)
Applications are required and must be returned to:
Allegany County Office Complex
701 Kelly Road
Cumberland, MD 21502
APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED CONTINUALLY AT THIS TIME (SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT A LATER DATE)
ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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