The City of Franklin has a vacancy for a EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES OFFICER.
THE POSITION:
Under limited supervision, performs responsible administrative & supervisory work in planning, organizing & directing the Franklin Fire Department’s emergency medical services program. Work involves organizing & directing the operation of the fire department’s emergency medical service. Functions include preparing the EMS annual budget for submission to the Deputy Fire Chief, & coordinating the activities of governmental & non governmental agencies in providing emergency medical services. Work also involves performing personnel administration functions, providing professional development for fire department personnel & monitoring the performance of the emergency medical service program. The Emergency Medical Service Officer reports to the Deputy Fire Chief.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Plans, organizes and directs activities of the Emergency Medical Service Division.
Prepares and recommends annual budget for emergency medical services.
Researches and trains personnel in changes to federal, state and local laws governing emergency medical services.
Ensures adherence by emergency medical services personnel to established protocols in treatment of patients.
Prepares lectures and teaches various emergency medical service-related courses.
Oversees maintenance and inventory of the department’s medical equipment and supplies.
Responds to fires and other emergency scenes as required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
AS degree in Fire Science, business management or a related field preferred, & a minimum 5 years of experience in emergency medical services, including supervisory work. EMT – Paramedic by the State of TN & valid TN DL required. Completion of additional course work and/or certification to include, at a minimum, ACLS, PALS, & BTLS, as determined necessary by the Deputy Fire Chief. Must have or be available to work towards obtaining a minimum of a State of TN Commission on Firefighting, or IFSAC or ProBoard as a Fire Officer I, obtain Incident Command levels 100, 200, 300, & 400 & become NIMS 700 & 800 certified.
Deadline to apply: 1/6/2008. SALARY: $47,340/yr min--$59,820/yr mid--$72,259/yr max, plus excellent benefits
The City of Franklin does not discriminate based on race, color or national origin in federal or state sponsored programs, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d).
