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Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. Current State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate. 2. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. 3.  Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment:   1. Certification by the Alachua County Medical Director is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment. 2.  Successful completion of a department sponsored certified sixteen-hour (EVOC) Emergency Vehicle Operator Course within the first month of employment. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department operating an ambulance.  An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency and non-emergency basis, and providing care while transporting the patient to a medical facility.  Work is performed within standard guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon emergency medical training. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of results obtained.  This position reports directly to the Emergency Medical Services Lieutenant. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Responds to local and out of county transfers emergency and non-emergency calls. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the Critical Care Peak Load unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route.Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Performs pre-hospital emergency medical care and basic life support as directed. Assists with providing emergency medical treatment and triage as necessary. Assists in loading patient and provides transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; ensures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Assists in housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of emergency medical equipment, operation and maintenance. Considerable knowledge of critical care equipment. Considerable knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment.  Considerable knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Considerable knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to perform EMS related functions in emergency or non-emergency situations as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; in outside weather conditions; and with explosives and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. Current State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate. 2. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. 3.  Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment:   1. Certification by the Alachua County Medical Director is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment. 2.  Successful completion of a department sponsored certified sixteen-hour (EVOC) Emergency Vehicle Operator Course within the first month of employment. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department operating an ambulance.  An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency and non-emergency basis, and providing care while transporting the patient to a medical facility.  Work is performed within standard guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon emergency medical training. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of results obtained.  This position reports directly to the Emergency Medical Services Lieutenant. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Responds to local and out of county transfers emergency and non-emergency calls. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the Critical Care Peak Load unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route.Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Performs pre-hospital emergency medical care and basic life support as directed. Assists with providing emergency medical treatment and triage as necessary. Assists in loading patient and provides transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; ensures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Assists in housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of emergency medical equipment, operation and maintenance. Considerable knowledge of critical care equipment. Considerable knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment.  Considerable knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Considerable knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to perform EMS related functions in emergency or non-emergency situations as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; in outside weather conditions; and with explosives and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications Applicants for these positions must be a high school graduate  or equivalent. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. PREFERRENCE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES THAT ARE ALREADY CERTIFIED AS A FIREFIGHTER, EMT, OR PARAMEDIC ***Additional $10,000 annually as lead medic on rescue***  (FF/PM - $47,947 + $8,500 + $10,000 = $66,447) PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION   THERE ARE FOUR (4) STEPS IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS: Complete the Alachua County Employment Application and upload all the required documents by Friday, March 14, 2025.   Complete and pass Alachua County FPAT or possess a current CPAT.  Valid CPAT certificates must be dated within 1 year of application date. Once  you pass FPAT or turn in a VALID CPAT, then complete the candidate assessment through Public Safety Answers.      In Person Interview. The candidate assessment can be accessed at the following link https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/alachua and must be taken no later than Friday, March 14th, 2025.   T he candidate assessment is a 15-45 minute, self-administered psychometric assessment. It measures reasoning and problem-solving skills, plus 25 traits, or dimensions of personality, intended to measure an individual’s characteristics for the purpose of determining the best fit for employment in a specific position. UPON SUBMISSION OF ALACHUA COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION, PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING MUST BE PROVIDED: 1. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products.   Click this  link   (Download PDF reader)  to retrieve tobacco affidavit. 2. A color copy of  valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. UPON APPOINTMENT TO POSITION, THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED AND MAINTAINED AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:    Firefighter & Firefighter Trainee Successful completion of State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of department certified sixteen-hour Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) within first months of employment. Continued certification is required to continue employment along with successful completion of twelve-month probationary period.  Applicants who are hired by Alachua County Fire Rescue as a Firefighter Trainee will receive sponsorship for Firefighter and/or EMT certifications if the applicant does not already have these certifications. Trainee employees sponsored to obtain a certification will be required to agree to a 2 year commitment that begins upon completion of certification. Upon obtaining those certifications or proof of completion of these certifications, employees advance to Firefighter base salary $47,947.  IF YOU CURRENTLY POSSESS THE FOLLOWING, PLEASE SUBMIT WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION: State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification State of Florida Paramedic Certification American Heart Association BLS - CPR & AED Card or BLS for Healthcare Provider card by the American Red Cross (CPR & AED) American Heart Association ACLS Card or ALS for Healthcare Provider card by the American Red Cross   Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Fire Rescue Services Department protecting life and property by performing firefighting, driving apparatus, performing emergency medical aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency basis, transporting the patient to a medical facility, and performing firefighter duties including combating, extinguishing and preventing fires as required.  Work is performed within standard operating procedure guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon firefighting and emergency medical training. Work is performed under a higher- level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of results obtained.  This position reports directly to a Lieutenant when assigned on a fire apparatus or a Rescue Lieutenant when assigned on a Rescue. Classification Pay Structure:   The Alachua County Fire Rescue pay structure includes classification levels defined by the step plan. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work.  Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including:  integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Performs firefighting activities including operating related fire equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Provides emergency medical treatment to the Basic Life Support level of certification and training. Provides assistance with Advanced Life Support medical procedures. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the emergency unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route. Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Responds to medical, rescue, fire and other emergency and non-emergency calls. Operates radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines. Assists in loading patient and/or transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; ensures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions. Performs routine station housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of emergency medical, rescue and fire equipment, operation and maintenance. Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment. Knowledge of fire prevention, suppression, and extinguishing techniques. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) manuals, and Rules & Regulations. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to receive, follow and execute orders from a supervisor. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to learn and operate relatively complex firefighting and rescue equipment. Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and representatives from other agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Supplemental Information Confidential Position: ( Trainee and Firefighter) Certain personal information for employees (and specific family members) in this job position is exempt from public records pursuant to Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION   THERE ARE TWO (2) STEPS IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS:   1. COMPLETE THE ALACHUA COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND UPLOAD ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024.   2. COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS    The candidate assessment can be accessed at the following link  https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/alachua  and must be taken no later than Friday, August 9, 2024.     The candidate assessment is a 15-45 minute, self-administered psychometric assessment. It measures reasoning and problem-solving skills, plus 25 traits, or dimensions of personality, intended to measure an individual’s characteristics for the purpose of determining the best fit for employment in a specific position.   FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE   BASE   SALARY   $40,560 ANNUALLY  FIREFIGHTER  (FF/EMT) BASE SALARY $47,947 ANNUALLY  CLEARED PARAMEDIC INCENTIVE $8,500   ***Additional $10,000 annually as lead medic on rescue***   (FF/PM - $47,947 + $8,500 + $10,000 = $66,447)   Applicants for these positions must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, criminal history background check, and driving record check are required prior to employment. UPON SUBMISSION OF ALACHUA COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION, PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING MUST BE PROVIDED: 1. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Click  Tobacco Affidavit   (Download PDF reader)   to retrieve tobacco affidavit. 2. A color copy of valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. ****Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281**** PRIOR   TO   THE IN- PERSON   INTERVIEW   DATE,   PROOF   OF   THE   FOLLOWING   MUST   BE   PROVIDED: Candidates must possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate provided by an authorized CPAT testing center OR the candidate must have passed Alachua County's Fireground Physical Ability Test (FPAT) prior to in-person interview date. Valid CPAT or FPAT certificates must be dated within  1 year of application date. UPON APPOINTMENT TO POSITION, THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED AND MAINTAINED AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Firefighter & Firefighter Trainee Successful completion of State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program within  1 year of employment. Successful completion of State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of department certified sixteen-hour Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) within first months of employment. Continued certification is required to continue employment along with successful completion of twelve-month probationary period.   Applicants who are hired by Alachua County Fire Rescue as a Firefighter Trainee will receive sponsorship for Firefighter and/or EMT certifications if the applicant does not already have these certifications. Trainee employees sponsored to obtain a certification will be required to agree to a 2-year commitment that begins upon completion of certification. Upon obtaining those certifications or proof of completion of these certifications, employees advance to Firefighter base salary $47,947. The department offers an $8,500 incentive for cleared paramedics. IF YOU CURRENTLY POSSESS THE FOLLOWING, PLEASE SUBMIT WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION: State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification State of Florida Paramedic Certification American Heart Association BLS - CPR & AED Card or BLS for Healthcare Provider card by the American Red Cross (CPR & AED) American Heart Association ACLS Card or ALS for Healthcare Provider card by the American Red Cross   PREFERRENCE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES THAT ARE ALREADY CERTIFIED AS A FIREFIGHTER, EMT, OR PARAMEDIC   Position Summary Position   Summary This is responsible technical work in the Fire Rescue Services Department protecting life and property by performing firefighting, driving apparatus, performing emergency medical aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties.   An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the  patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency basis, transporting the patient to  a medical facility, and performing firefighter duties including combating, extinguishing and preventing fires as required. Work is performed within standard operating procedure guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent  judgment, based upon firefighting and emergency medical training.   Work is performed under a higher- level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of Lead Worker Paramedics. This position reports directly to a Lieutenant when assigned on a fire apparatus or a Rescue Lieutenant or Lead Worker Paramedic when assigned on a Rescue.   Classification Level Pay Structure:   The Alachua County Fire Rescue pay structure includes classification levels defined by both educational and length of  service with the department. New employees will be classified in the following manner upon hire:   Firefighter   Trainee:   This classification includes employees who do not meet the minimum requirements for Firefighter Level  1 because they do not possess a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and/or a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in the Firefighter Trainee classification will be paid $40,560 annually and will be required to obtain both certifications within the first 12-months of employment.   Firefighter :   This classification includes employees who meet all of the minimum qualifications for Firefighter  which includes a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in this classification will be paid $47,947 annually.   Paramedic   Incentive   Pay:   Alachua County Fire Rescue offers a $8500 annual incentive in addition to the annual salary to all applicable bargaining unit employees who possess a State of Florida Paramedic certification and receive medical clearance certification by the Alachua County Medical Director.   Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION   This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Performs firefighting activities including operating related fire equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.   Provides emergency medical treatment to the Basic Life Support level of certification and training. Provides assistance with Advanced Life Support medical procedures.   Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the emergency unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route.   Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties.  Responds to medical, rescue, fire and other emergency and non-emergency calls.  Operates radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines. Assists in loading patient and/or transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; insures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with  all state and local laws.   Prepares reports as required.   Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions.   Performs routine station housekeeping and routine office work as required.   Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.   NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to   An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. Current State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate. 2. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. 3.  Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment:   1. Certification by the Alachua County Medical Director is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment. 2.  Successful completion of a department sponsored certified sixteen hour (EVOC) Emergency Vehicle Operator Course within the first month of employment. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department operating an ambulance.  An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency and non-emergency basis, and transporting the patient to a medical facility.  Work is performed within standard guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon emergency medical training. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of results obtained.  This position reports directly to the Emergency Medical Services Lieutenant. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Responds to local and out of county transfers emergency and non-emergency calls. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the Critical Care Peak Load unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route.Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Performs pre-hospital emergency medical care and basic life support as directed. Assists with providing emergency medical treatment and triage as necessary. Assists in loading patient and provides transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; insures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Assists in housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of emergency medical equipment, operation and maintenance. Considerable knowledge of critical care equipment. Considerable knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment.  Considerable knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Considerable knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to perform EMS related functions in emergency or non-emergency situations as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; in outside weather conditions; and with explosives and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.