FIREMAN - FIREMAN ADVANCED

(CPG) Nunez Community College - 4.0 New Orleans, LA Job Details 5 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Parental leave Qualifications Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter Operator switchboards Firefighting rescue operations Coordinating with emergency response agencies Incident management Military Environmental protection hazardous materials response Aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) Aircraft incident emergency response Security alarm response Fire apparatus operation Two-way radio communication Mid-level Aviation Telephone systems Communication with emergency services Firefighting specialized equipment operation Aircraft firefighting response Responding to chemical spills Patient emergency assistance Office phone management Under 1 year First aid protocols Full Job Description About this Job The Lakefront Management Authority manages, controls, regulates, operates, and maintains any non-flood protection facility or improvement asset or function within a levee district within the jurisdiction of a flood protection authority. About this

Position:

This position serves as a ARFF fireman for the agency. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in fire prevention or fire suppression as a firefighter; OR Military service in any capacity plus six months of experience in fire prevention or fire suppression as a firefighter. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

Remains available throughout tour of duty to respond to a wide variety of emergencies. Participates in a rotation to communicate with the air traffic control tower for incident response. Monitors and receives notifications from multiple radio frequencies, alarm monitoring services, and alarm telephones with the ability to communicate with each and initiate proper emergency response. Monitors Air Traffic Control Tower Emergency Alert Phone Link and initiates proper emergency response as required. Monitors multiple non-emergency business telephone lines and forwards calls and information as required during normal operations. Operates firefighting vehicles and apparatus. Places portable firefighting equipment into operation at emergency scenes, including (but not limited to) aircraft accidents or incidents, structural fires, trash, grass, and vehicle fires, and other entanglement emergencies within a limited geographical area. Provides emergency first aid and basic life support as necessary, at the level of Emergency Medical Responder, within a limited geographical area in accordance with local Louisiana Region One EMS protocols. Responds to and assesses hazardous materials releases within a limited geographical area. Initiates appropriate containment and/or mitigation activities. In accordance with the existing Mutual Aid Plan, assists other agencies as required. Assists in location of activated emergency locator devices once notified. Attends Federal Aviation Administration-approved rescue and firefighting course annually or as required to maintain ARFF certification. Must attend 1 live burn a year.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment Career Progression:

This position participates in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Keljuane Brownfield Lakefront Management Authority 504-293-2473