Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee (EMT Paramedic or EMT Intermediate certification is REQUIRED upon hire)

Working Title of Vacant Position Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee (EMT Paramedic or EMT Intermediate certification is REQUIRED upon hire)

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies 10

Department FIRE

Division FIRE SUPPRESSION/ADMIN

Requisition Number 2024412

Number of hours worked per week Average of 56 per week

Work Schedule 

24 hour rotation, 7 am to 7 am; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement R – Routine

Pay Grade PS01

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary 

$52,689/Annually

Job DescriptionEMT PARAMEDIC OR INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED UPON HIRE

The purpose of the position is to train in, and assist with, providing protective services and medical treatment for injured or sick persons. The position is responsible for training to respond to fires and emergency situations, providing assistance to mitigate the emergency, providing advanced, pre-hospital emergency medical services, transporting patients for further care, and preparing related logs, records, and reports. The position works according to set procedures under direct supervision.

Trains for exterior and interior firefighting and take actions to mitigate other situations such as natural disasters, hazardous spills, or other dangerous situations.

Trains in, and assists with, identifying persons requiring immediate care, providing advanced, pre-hospital medical services, and transporting victims for further medical care.

Assists with response to fires and other emergencies; assesses situation, takes mitigating actions, and rescues persons from danger as required.

Assists with making inspections of apparatus and equipment and notifies supervisor of defects; performs cleaning and maintenance tasks in and about assigned station.

Performs routine tasks, such as recordkeeping, data entry, supplies maintenance, faxing, phoning, and copying.

Attends continuing education or in-service instruction in firefighting methods, equipment operation, rescue procedures, hazardous materials mitigation, medical services, and related subjects.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required QualificationsVOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in fire science and emergency medical services or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: None required. A minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience is preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license or CDL and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills and/or certifications including Firefighter certification will be required within a specified period of time. EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic certification is required upon hire. Selected candidates with Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate are required to obtain Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic within 36 months from the last date of probationary status.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred QualificationsApplicants pursuing certification as EMT-P may apply as long as the certification is obtained by March 1, 2025.

A minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience is preferred.

Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is preferred.

Job Open Date 09/01/2024

Job Close Date 09/30/2024

Open Continuous 

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Thank you for your interest in a career with the City of Chesapeake! We are an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm and play. Please read the following instructions to ensure successful submittal of your application.

If you will not obtained your EMT P certification by March 1, 2025 you do not currently qualify for this position. Please note that the application for Firefighter/EMT Trainee is available at https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/13018 with a closing date of 9/30/24. 

Upon verification of your EMT-P or EMT-I certification, you will receive an invitation via SignUpGenius to schedule your time for CPAT Orientation, tentatively scheduled for 10/3/24, 10/4/24, and 10/5/24. All applicants are REQUIRED to successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) process, including passing the CPAT, to be invited to interview for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee. CPAT Trial #1 will be held on 10/10/24, 10/11/24, and 10/12/24 (dates subject to change). CPAT Trial #2 will be held on 11/1/24 and 11/2/24 (dates subject to change). The CPAT Final will be held on 11/21/24 (date subject to change). You will receive an invitation via SignUpGenius to schedule your time for CPAT Orientation and CPAT Trial #1, CPAT Trial #2, and CPAT Final.

Click https://www.cityofchesapeake.net/Assets/images/departments/fire/CPAT+Orientation+Video.mp4 to view a video of the entire CPAT process.

Click https://www.cityofchesapeake.net/Assets/documents/departments/fire/CPAT+Orientation+Guide.pdfto access the CPAT Orientation & Practice Session Guide.

Click https://www.cityofchesapeake.net/Assets/documents/departments/fire/CPAT+Candidate+Preparation+Guide.pdf to access the CPAT Preparation Guide.

It is highly recommended that you read and are familiar with both documents prior to your scheduled orientation date. Upon successful completion of the CPAT trials, all who qualify will be invited to participate in an EMS skills assessment and a panel interview with the CFD. Once all steps of the process have been successfully completed, an eligibility list will be established. 

A background investigation, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and polygraph examination are required once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Medical marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy – Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount Exerting 50 – 100 lbs

Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight Exerting 50 – 100 lbs

Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50 – 100 lbs

Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used 

Fire apparatus, ambulances, stretchers, ladders, medical equipment, firefighting equipment, multiple communication radios and devices, hand tools, hydraulic tools, computers, web applications and office machinery.

Protective Equipment RequiredPPE including but not limited to Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), turn-out gear, tactical boots, gloves, helmets, and specialized protective suits.

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily

Chemical Hazards D = Daily

Electrical Hazards D = Daily

Fire Hazards D = Daily

Explosives D = Daily

Communicable Diseases M = Several Times Per Month

Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally

Other 

If Other, Description 

Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week

Extreme Temperatures M = Several Times Per Month

Noise and Vibration D = Daily

Fumes and Odors D = Daily

Wetness/Humidity D = Daily

Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily

Primary Work Location Other

Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Emergency Situations Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other 

If Other, Description 

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) 

No

Minimum Requests 

Maximum Requests 4

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