Share Email Opening Title Firefighter / Paramedic  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization Traditional, hardworking, family-oriented - the cornerstones of Midwestern culture are alive and well, but there's something a little different about Kaukauna. Time-honored values are counterbalanced by an open-minded approach to problem-solving, identifying solutions, and planning for the future. While the city supports a simple life - sweet and uncomplicated - the door remains open for 'the simple life' to evolve with each generation. Today, the City of Kaukauna is home to over 16,000 people with its own full-time Police, Fire and Rescue services and a municipally owned electric and water utility - Kaukauna Utilities. Kaukauna boasts a 350-acre Industrial Park Network, complete with rail and heavy truck access. Beyond playgrounds, parks and trails, Kaukauna is a 'Bird City' with more than 450 acres of protected greenspace and popular public nature programming, including Eagle Days. Our proximity to the Fox River affords our residents with numerous recreational opportunities such as the Historic Grignon Mansion, the 1000 Islands Environmental Center, sports fields, a public swimming pool, and a public library. City-sponsored events held in the Central Business District include a weekly outdoor music series - Live! from Hydro Park, Fox Firecracker 5k Run/Walk, and the Downtown Farmer's Market June through October. With such a variety of activities available, it should not come as a surprise that Kaukauna is also known as 'The Friendly City.'   Position Firefighter / Paramedic   Description Firefighter/Paramedics will perform individually or as a member of a firefighting/paramedic team and will participate in fire suppression activities including: firefighting, rescue, ventilation, forcible entry, salvage, overhaul and inspection practices. This position also requires high quality and efficient pre-hospital emergency care of ill and injured patients. This position will function and respond to special operation requests as directed. Firefighter/Paramedics will attend training sessions on a regular basis in order to continuously update their knowledge and skills required for effective work performance. Decisions are made with guidance of a supervisor and on an individual level and have a direct effect on life and property. General job functions include: firefighting-emergency, firefighting-non-emergency, confined space rescue, water search and rescue, rescue of entrapped victims, administration of basic and advanced life support procedures, fire prevention and public education.   Position Requirements Certification and licensure by the State of Wisconsin as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (If currently enrolled in a program must have license before start date) Minimum of an Associate degree in Fire Protection Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and advance Cardiac Life Support Certification. Valid Wisconsin drivers license. Knowledge in firefighting techniques and emergency rescue procedures. Strong communication skills Ability to follow oral and written directions. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions Ability to adapt to varied emergency situations.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Shift Rotating   Compensation $2,063.62 Bi-weekly   Benefits Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Wisconsin Retirement System, Vacation, Holiday and Sick pay, Residency Incentive, Deferred Compensation   Open Date 6/12/2019   Close Date 7/3/2019     This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CityofKaukauna.appone.com

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