Lieutenant

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assumes command of the shift in the absence of the shift supervisor.• Responsible for the operation of assigned rescue unit.• Insures proper care and maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and station.• Serves as the paramedic in charge of a rescue unit.• Is responsible for stocking of supplies, inventory, and cleaning of apparatus, station, and equipment.• Insures that proper and accurate records and reports are maintained as required by established rules and regulations.• Reports any mechanical problems to the shift captain.• Assists the shift captain with the operation of the shift.• Is directly responsible for carrying out duties as assigned.• May be required to assist with emergency support functions (ESF) in the EOC during emergencies or other related emergency duties. (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

Minimums

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must possess all knowledge, abilities, and skills of a Paramedic.• Knowledge of current Standards of Care as dictated in the County EMS Standard Operating Procedures Manual.• Knowledge of the topography of the County.• Knowledge of relevant County ordinances, established EMS procedures, and Florida EMS rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of an emergency vehicle and emergency medical service.• Knowledge of the methods and changes in the medical service field.• Ability to supervise Emergency Medical Service personnel and Firefighting Personnel as the situation dictates.• Adaptive leadership ability.• Must possess the intermediate skills of the Paramedical classification.• Maintain a good working relationship with the EMS medical director.• May be required to assist with emergency support functions (ESF) in the EOC during emergencies or other related emergency duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Enrollment in an Associate’s Degree Program or higher desired. • Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience as a Florida certified Paramedic.• Must be employed as a full time Paramedic with Putnam County Fire Rescue for the last three current consecutive years. (No comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.• Must possess and maintain both Florida Paramedic certification and AHA/Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification. An equal certification that meets or exceeds AHA Standards for Advance Life Support is acceptable.• Certification of completion of a Florida approved E.V.O.C. or defensive driving course.• Must possess and maintain current BLS for Healthcare providers, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support, certifications.• Must be approved by the EMS Medical Director to practice as a Paramedic.• Must be a Florida Certified Firefighter II or equivalent.• Any certifications, licenses, or registrations as required. Any other certifications, licenses, or registrations required by Florida Law or as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.• Must be certified as Fire Officer 1.• Certification required in ICS 100,200,300,700,800. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

• As required by Florida Paramedic certification.• Must be physically able to perform the job duties. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Emergency conditions.• Outdoors in varying weather conditions. (Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability or disabilities.)

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