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New Mexico State University

Temporary Firefighter/EMT

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What they do

A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.

$57,810 / year median in New Mexico

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Department Contact:
John Guerin, 575-646-2519, jguerin@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search:
External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary:
Make a difference when it matters most! Join NMSU as a firefighter/EMS professional! •This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period.•
Position Details Position Title:
Temporary Firefighter/EMT College/Division:
President's Office Department:
500425-FIRE
PROTECTION SERVICES
Location:
Las Cruces Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate:
$19.28
Appointment Full-time Equivalency:
0.74 maximum
FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit Announcement:
This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding:
Not Applicable Standard Work Schedule:
Shift:
Other Shift If Not a
Standard Work Schedule:
Emergency Services 24 hour shift
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responds to fire and other emergencies and provides basic life support and/or prevents property loss to NMSU Las Cruces campus and surrounding communities. Assists with inspections of buildings to insure fire code/life safety compliance. Participate in any fire or EMS training as identified by Fire Chief. Keeps up-to-date on equipment and protocols and procedures. Participate on continuing Ed courses to maintain their EMS licenses. Ensure that UTV's, fire apparatus and passenger vehicles are response ready. This is not a full representation of all duties and may be assigned other duties as needed by the department.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED certificate + 1 year of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
NM Emergency Medical Technician intermediate license or higher.
Special Certification/Licensure:
NM Emergency Medical Technician Basic license. IFSAC Firefighter I/II or equivalent or must be able to obtain within 1 year of hire date. NM Class E Driver's license or must obtain within 6 months of hire date.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment:
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort:
Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements:
Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk:
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.