• Job Description

  Req#: 4988902

  The City of Sugar Land is seeking people committed to public service with a passion to be challenged by an organization’s desire to be trailblazing. The Fire-EMS Department is currently recruiting for Firefighter EMT Basic.

  
  

  Why Should You Join Our Team?

  We are a full-service Fire-EMS department located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. We offer great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including: City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; Paid Parental Leave, potential Wellness Day off with pay, and a fantastic group of people to work with.

  We work hard, train hard and like to have fun at work. Our culture is important to us as we continue to build on the fire family feel within our workforce.

  Our firefighters get to enjoy a number of different disciplines that provide the opportunity to participate in different arenas to meet their own interest...those areas of our business include, bike team, technical rescue, ATVs, in-city training facility, radically advanced medicine, Podcasts, and more. Our goal is to provide amazing support to our team members as they deliver premier service to our community.

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  Summary of Duties

  Under direct supervision of a Lieutenant, this position will perform technical work providing fire suppression, rescue operations and appropriate patient care including ambulance transportation at the scenes of emergency situations. Firefighter EMT Basics are assigned to shift work (after successful On-Boarding); currently a 48-hour shift on duty with 96 hours scheduled off between tours.
  
  Firefighter EMT Basic workloads are balanced and rotated between ambulance and fire unit assignments. Duties are performed under emergency conditions and frequently involve considerable personal hazard while responding to fire alarms and emergency medical calls.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 18 years of age

  Formal Education

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  Relatable Work Experience

  • None

  Training (License and/or Certification) REQUIRED:

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Valid State of Texas Class B or CDL Driver’s License (Required prior to operating fire apparatus.)
  • Current Firefighter certification from Texas Commission on Fire Protection
  • Current TDSHS (Texas Department of State Health Services) EMS (EMT Basic) Certification or License
  • Must be able to successfully pass Emergency Services Job Task Simulation Test (prior to going on shift).
  • Must pass NFPA Physical when administered.

  • Must complete and pass each step of the selection process.

  
  

  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT OF BASICS:

  As a condition of employment, you will be required to attend an approved Paramedic School and successfully attain your Paramedic certification from Texas Department of State Health Services within two attempts.

  APPLICATIONS must include the following:

  • Entire application must be completed. Go to http://www.sugarlandtx.gov/885/Job-Opportunitiesscroll to the list of open positions and select Firefighter EMT Basic.
  • Attach proof of Firefighter Certification and EMT Certification or License to application.
  • Completed and fully notarized Background Investigation Packet & Waivers which may be found at http://www.sugarlandtx.gov/673/SLFD-Careers

  Note: Incomplete Applications will be rejected and cause an applicant not to move forward with the process.

  OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS:

  Texas Department of State Health Services requires State of Texas EMS Certification to practice in Texas. Effective November 25, 2022 Texas will no longer authorize Medical Directors to allow National Registry certifications in lieu of obtaining TDSHS certifications, so TDSHS certifications will be required for all personnel moving forward. To obtain reciprocity, visit https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/emstraumasystems/stdrecip.shtm

  HIRING PROCESS:
  Process is geared to assist candidates to prepare and anticipate dates for all activity involved in the entire process. Got to http://www.sugarlandtx.gov/673/SLFD-Careers to view calendar.

  Components of the Hiring Process are pre-set with dates and locations. Candidates must anticipate and prepare their schedules to be available. Portions of the process are in-person, some items will be via email or Teams and we consistently communicate with you via primary phone number and email provided.

  
  Successful candidates will be required to pass a Job Task Simulation Test at the end of on-boarding.

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  Starting salary: $71,490 Annually. If qualified there is also Education Pay, Assignment Pay and excellent benefits. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a pre-employment controlled substance screening, criminal conviction background assessment, and a physical examination.

  
  

  Benefits At-A-Glance:

  • City-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options;
  • City-paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long-term Disability;
  • Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre-paid legal benefits through Legal Shield;
  • 9 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays to use at your discretion;
  • A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1;
  • Paid sick leave;
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City;
  • You won’t contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan;
  • Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment;
  • On-site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness); and
  • Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP.

  
  

  About the City of Sugar Land

  The City of Sugar Land, a municipality with a population of 111,026, provides the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its residents. Master-planned communities and welcoming neighborhoods enhance home values and create a sense of belonging. The community offers outstanding schools, libraries, parks, museums, restaurants, entertainment venues, and other resources that make Sugar Land a great place to work, live and raise a family. Sugar Land's aggressive economic development program has created a business-friendly environment, and numerous high-profile regional and international corporations have chosen Sugar Land as their corporate home. Sugar Land is also home to an award-winning regional airport and multiple civic organizations for those interested in the community and government.

  We are proud to have been named one of the Top 50 places to live in the United States by The Press of Atlantic City and the Top 25 Best Places to Live for Families by Fortune Magazine. We hire people based on their potential, not just their experience. We have an informal work environment but are serious about what we do. We believe that happy, diverse and talented employees add value to the City. We do our best to hire friendly, professional people who work hard and play well with others. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development.

  
  

  Our success is achieved by the courage to do things differently and accept that failure will occur on the path to innovation.

  The City of Sugar Land is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  
  

• About the company

  Sugar Land is the largest city in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States, located in the southwestern part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area.

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