Walton County Sheriff's Office - Firefighter/EMT
Job Overview
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Job Announcement
*PLEASE NOTE: This job closes at 5:00PM CST/6:00PM EST*
Firefighter/EMT
Walton County Fire Rescue serves a population of approximately 30,000 residents living within 738 square miles and provides automatic mutual aid to 4 other fire districts within Walton County. Our firefighters respond to motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and to combat fires to structures, vehicles, and land.
Our Fire Rescue personnel strive to provide outstanding patient care as well as protect the homes and personal property of our citizens. Our agency also believes in training to be sure our personnel are prepared to face ever-changing scenes they respond to.
Position Title: Firefighter/EMT
BENEFITS:
- Special Risk Retirement plan under the Florida State Retirement System.
- Health, Dental Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.
- Annual Leave and sick leave.
- Deferred Compensation Plans are available.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Firefighter’s Supplemental Compensation Program (pay incentive for college degrees).
- 24 hour gym access.
- Agency Wellness and Fitness Program (employees may earn a salary incentive up to $500.00 each quarter for participating in and passing a series of fitness test.
SPECIAL NOTE: Single certified Florida Paramedics are encouraged to apply. Walton County Fire Rescue will offer two scholarships for Fire School while employed. The selection for the scholarships will be accomplished through a competitive selection process.
Job Responsibilities: Firefighter/EMT
100% - The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the work load.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Firefighter/EMT
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Qualifications, Training and Experience: Firefighter/EMT
One (1) to two (2) years of experience in advance emergency medical service work, plus any required certification or training; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. State of Florida Minimum Standards for Firefighter and EMT and CPR for the Health Care Provider are required. A valid Florida driver license and 16 hour (E.V.O.C.) Emergency Vehicle Operators Course is required. The employee is responsible for the ability to drive ALL vehicles, not just Medic units.
Performs other duties as necessary and required.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
TO APPLY:
Applications will be accepted online at www.PublicSafetyApp.com/WaltonCountyFL
SELECTION PROCESS:
Failure to complete required paperwork correctly will cause a delay in the application process and applications to potentially be placed in an "on-hold" status. External Applicants will be required to successfully complete:
- Background investigation which includes but is not limited to: criminal history, driving history, credit check, and previous employment verification. The background waiver MUST BE SIGNED AND NOTARIZED.
- Polygraph Examination
- Pre-employment Drug Screen (including nicotine panel)
- Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test
As part of the selection process applicants for consideration will be required to participate in an oral interview process.
**For Out of State Applicants, please click the link below for questions on reciprocity.**
https://www.myfloridacfo.com/division/sfm/bfst/Standards/OutofStateFirefighters.htm
**For questions on EMT/Paramedic licensing, please see the link below**
http://www.floridahealth.gov/licensing-and-regulation/emt-paramedics/licensing/index.html
Applicants may contact the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Human Resources by calling 850-892-8111 for assistance or additional information..
Applicants must list a valid telephone number and email address on their application and routinely monitor that email address and their PublicSafetyApp accounts. Applicants are responsible for contacting WCSO-HR to update any contact information. Failure to respond to future emailed requests for additional information, and/or to submit a complete application and required documents as indicated above may result in disqualification.
The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. Applicants needing any accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in the application and/or selection process should notify Human Resources staff in advance.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for waiver of post secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes.
Applicants may contact the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Human Resources by calling 850-892-8111 for assistance or additional information.
Please direct questions regarding this position to hr@waltonso.org
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.