Full-time Firefighter Position Available In Allendale, South Carolina

Full-time Firefighter Allendale County Government Allendale, SC 29810

ALLENDALE COUNTY Job Posting :

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

Department:

FIRE & RESCUE

Post Date_ 6/18/25

Position Title:

FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER

Closing Date Until Filled

SALARY RANGE

– starting $48,000-$54,000 FUNCTION Under supervision, works in the Allendale County Fire & Rescue. This includes responding to fires and emergency medical situations to protect and save lives and protect the property of Allendale County. The position requires the ability to work together with interrelated departmental activities. Reports to the County Fire Chief.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Respond to fires and emergency medical situations; performs fire suppression and firefighting duties; assess victim and condition and administers basic life support in accordance with medical certification (i.e., ALS, BLS, First Responder, etc.)
• Locates water supply, monitors hose/ nozzle, calculates friction loss and establishes fire streams at fire site. Inspects, tests and operates assigned apparatus.
• Participates in training exercises and continuing education classes to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills.
• Extricate accident victims as needed.
• Prepare daily logs and reports pertaining to incidents, supplies, repairs and inspections. Completes state/ local paperwork, billings and reports. Present public education and awareness programs regarding fire prevention to local schools, civic and community groups.
• Assists with yearly testing of equipment in accordance with NFPA guidelines.
• Cross-trains in other disciplines.
• Participate in overhaul and salvage. Preserve and protect evidence relating to fire cause and point of origin.
• Schedule will be a 48/96 schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of fire suppression, fire behavior, rescue operations, emergency medical care
• Considerable knowledge of the apparatus and equipment associated with the fire service.
• Ability to prepare various forms, documents, etc. dealing with various aspects of the fire department.
• Ability to use various software on a computer and the internet to file reports and documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates and the general public.
• Ability to see possible problems and issues and respond effectively.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic Interior Firefighting certification through SC Fire Academy or higher
• Emergency Vehicle Driver training certificate, Class E license, or higher
• Basic Auto Extrication certification through SC Fire Academy
• Current First Aid and

CPR/ AED

certifications

• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license
• Clean DMV record
• Must be able to undergo and pass a SLED background check
• Pass a pre employment drug screen
• Must have reliable transportation
• Candidates will be required to reach FFI level certifications or higher within the first year or as soon as a certification class is available.

FRINGE BENEFITS INCLUDE

:

• PORS retirement
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Benefits
• Payroll deducted Supplemental Insurance All interested candidates may email their completed employment application and resume to employment@allendalecounty.

gov or mail it to the Allendale County Administration Office, PO Box 190, Allendale, SC 29810. Employment applications are available online at https://allendalecounty.com/i_want_to/apply_for.php

JOB OFFER IS CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF DRUG SCREEN AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECK. ALLENDALE COUNTY WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THE DRUG SCREEN AND THE APPLICANT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THE SLED BACKGROUND CHECK.

Allendale County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00 – $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Bereavement leave Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Shift:

Rotating shift

Work Location:

In person