Village Firefighter/EMT - Nuiqsut

JOB Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue, emergency care during ground ambulance transport; other tasks as appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assist with departmental training; travel to North Slope communities as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statute 18.70.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties as assigned.

Travel to and work in other NSB communities to provide support and trainingAssist Department Instructors, as needed, to assure training course is taught according to lesson plan and as scheduled.

Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned. Assist with the NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.

Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable education opportunities and training as required.

Maintain inventory, readiness of equipment and supplies.

Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools, equipment and facilities. Maintain certifications and personal records of certification.

Perform other duties as assigned

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.

Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee required certifications within six months of hire.

Valid Alaska Driver's License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.