NOW HIRING - FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
The City of Chillicothe invites your application for the position of… FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Our Mission Statement
The primary mission of the Chillicothe Fire Department is to protect and enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Chillicothe and Livingston County. This is done by using comprehensive programs of service which are directed toward public education, prevention and control of fire, rescue, hazardous material mitigation, and the answering of call regarding emergency medical situations. We are committed to serving our community and county with professionalism, excellence, and devotion to duty. We always strive to maintain and improve the skills of all our personnel.
The Chillicothe Fire Department is currently recruiting for the position of Firefighter Paramedic to establish an eligibility list to fill immediate and future vacancies.
Under supervision, the Firefighter Paramedic will respond to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and other situations, both emergency and non-emergency, as required. The Firefighter Paramedic will be expected to participate in daily fire station activities, including maintenance of the station, grounds, and equipment, various training activities, and other duties as assigned.
HOURS: The Firefighter Paramedic will be assigned to 24-hour shifts working a 51.5-hour weekly Berkley Schedule with Kelly day allotment and 4 flex Kelly days annually.
APPLICANT EMS REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must possess a current State of MO. Paramedic License, (or currently be enrolled in a Paramedic Course) NREMT Paramedic Certification (preferred), ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification. PHTLS must be obtained within 1 year of hire date and applicant must possess a current State of MO driver’s license. Tuition Assistance is available for the Paramedic Course up to $4,000 for qualified applicants.
APPLICANT FIRE REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must possess or obtain within 1 year of hire date the State of MO. Firefighter I & II certification, HAZ-MAT Awareness & Operations certification, paid for by the Department.
SALARY: The starting salary for the Firefighter/Paramedic position is $48,491.52- $85,000.00 annually based on a voluntary overtime option. Overtime is available to off-duty on call personnel for every EMS or Fire call response. Overtime is paid at 1 ½ times the hourly salary with a minimum of 1 hour overtime pay from 0700-2000 & a minimum of 2 hours overtime pay from 2000-0700.
LIVING REQUIREMENTS: Successful candidate must live within 30 min of the City limits of Chillicothe via google maps within 6 months of hire date.
BENEFITS:
The City of Chillicothe offers an excellent benefit package which includes 12 paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick leave.
100% City paid Health Insurance for the employee, 25% paid health insurance for employee children. $500 annual FSA allowance
100% City paid Lagers Retirement
Annual Life Scan Physical
Annual 42 C.A.R.E.S. Benefits
Annual MO Firefighters Critical Illness Pool Membership
Chilli Bay Waterpark Pass
Employee YMCA Membership
$20 meal allowance for every out-of-town ambulance transfer for each responder
City employment applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office at 715 Washington Street, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601
or by calling 660-646-1877.
Applications will be accepted until position filled
EOE/ADA