TOWN OF MOREHEAD CITY

FIRE-EMS SPECIALIST IV

The Town of Morehead located on the beautiful Crystal Coast of North Carolina is seeking a FIRE-EMS SPECIALIST IV.  The Fire-EMS Department protects a population of over 22,000 and currently runs approximately 3100 Fire and EMS calls annually. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to use their skills in emergency medical services and firefighting.  Duties include responding to emergency medical calls, providing basic and advanced life support emergency medical services; operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment, and general firefighting duties.  Requirements include working knowledge of ambulances, emergency medical care equipment, and basic firefighting tools and procedures.  Applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.  EMT-Paramedic is preferred but will consider applicants with EMT-Intermediate certification–provided EMT-Paramedic Certification can be obtained within 6 months of employment.  Must possess or be able to obtain within one (1) year of employment HAZMAT Level I certification and NFPA 1403 status. An unrestricted North Carolina Class B Drivers License is required.  Hiring range is $31,778 to $35,077 depending upon qualifications.  Excellent benefits package.  Qualified applicants must be able to obtain OSHA-required respirator clearance.  Qualified applicants may apply at 309 Commerce Street, Morehead City, NC or the nearest Employment Security Commission office. Applications may also be downloaded from our website, http://moreheadcity.nc.gov/home-human-resources/human-resources-employment-application/, and mailed to: Town of Morehead City, Human Resources Officer, 706 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557.   Position open until filled.   EOE

Posting date: April 30, 2012

FAIRVIEW RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE
CHIEF

For Full Description and Additional Information, FRFD Chief Employment Notice.

The Fairview Rural Fire Department will be accepting applications May 4 – June 1, 2012 to fill a
Full-Time Chief position.
SALARY RANGE: $61,400 – $92,100, DOE, Plus Benefits
STATUS: Full-Time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position provides administrative and operational direction and support for all fire and
emergency services delivery functions to the immediate community and surrounding areas.
In addition to the above, job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
 Provide administrative and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with established
Department policies.
 Direct department operations.
 Prepare and manage the annual budget.
 Coordinate the budget process with the Board of Directors & Wake County Fire/Rescue.
 Interview, hire, and train new employees.
 Coordinate mutual-aid fire protection with surrounding municipalities & service areas.
 Respond to larger incidents as incident commander.
 Serve as the liaison for the Department to Wake County Fire and Emergency
Management, the Wake County Fire Commission, Wake County Commissioners,
Southern Region Departments, EMS, and organizations in the Community.
 Prepare and present necessary reports to the Board of Directors on issues regarding the
operation of the Fire Department.
 Be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary in order to accomplish
the essential functions of the position.
 Represent the Department on various boards and commissions as required.
 Ensure department compliance with Department of Labor safety regulations.
 Serve as the Department Infectious Disease Control Officer.
 Serves as the Chairman of the Department Equipment and SOG Committee.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. U.S. Citizen
2. High School Diploma or GED
3. Ten+ Years Fire Service Experience
4. Two Years Experience as District Chief, or Equivalent Administrative & Supervisory Experience
5. Two-Year Associate’s Degree or Service Equivalent
6. N.C. Fire Officer Level I & II (NFPA 1021)
7. Fire Service Instructor-General, or Equivalent Experience & Education
8. Completion of Educational Methodology Course
9. N. C. Firefighter Level I & II Certification (NFPA 1001)
10. N.C. Driver/Operator Pumps
11. N.C. Emergency Vehicle Driver
12. N.C. Medical Responder-D or EMT
13. NC Hazardous Materials Operations Level I
14. Wake County “Essentials of Firefighting” course or Equivalent Basic Training
15. Incident Command Training-NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 (meeting objectives of NFPA 1561)
16. Bloodborne Pathogens Training (meeting objectives of NFPA 1581 and OSHA 29 CFR
1910.1030)
17. Current Hepatitis B Vaccination
18. Must have a valid Class “B” Drivers License or Higher
19. IFSAC and Pro-Board Certifications will be considered on an individual basis.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
 Applications are available online at www.fairviewfd.com.
 Applications can be picked up Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at:

Fairview Fire Department Station 1
4501 Ten-Ten Road
Apex, NC 27539

 To receive an application via mail or e-mail, please contact Sherri @ 919-362-8445 or
sherri.deroche@fairviewfd.com.
 All applications must be in the office by June 1, 2012 to be considered.
 Each application must be accompanied by documentation of all required certifications.
 Each application must be accompanied by a current driving record & criminal background check.