Salary : $49,900.00 - $77,300.00 Annually
Location : Citrus County, FL
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 24-47
Department : Fire Rescue
Opening Date : 01 / 26 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
General Description
Citrus County is a welcoming, economically vibrant community where people and nature live in harmony. Working for Citrus County means becoming an integral member of an organization driven by values, committed to delivering responsive services to our citizens.
We aim to enhance our community's strength and improve our citizens' quality of life through high-quality programs, services, and facilities.
Citrus County Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services is dedicated to exceptional service through prevention, response, and education.
We are committed to protecting the lives and property of the citizens and visitors of Citrus County. Through public education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, we can lower the community's risk and ensure Citrus County is a safe place to live.
The Driver Engineer contributes to the comprehensive Countywide Fire Rescue and Emergency Services program. Performs public safety work oriented in the protection of life and property through the application of technical knowledge, skills, and abilities in emergency vehicle driving, hydraulics, strategic positioning of fire rescue apparatus / equipment at critical incidents, delivery of emergency medical services, and the application of fire science technology in fire prevention, control, and suppression activities.
Essential Functions
Maintains all advanced life support equipment in proper operating condition.
stabilizing victims for transport, administering basic and advanced life support, administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, assessing extent of illness / injury, and determining appropriate medical protocol.
Minimum Requirements
Education, Training, and Experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Emergency Response / Recovery Activities
All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Emergency response duties may also include driving and / or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
Supplemental Information
Basis of Rating : Some positions may require a written and / or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals' qualifications.
Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.
Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination check. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and / or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the "Public Records Law," applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections.
Details regarding the "Public Records Law" / "The Sunshine Law" / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature.
Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.
The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.
Effective October 1, 2016, the County implemented a nicotine free incentive program as part of the Citrus County Wellness Program to help reduce insurance costs.
Employees who are nicotine free or who participate in the nicotine free incentive program will be eligible to receive an incentive in the form of a $50.
00 per month reduction in the health insurance premiums.
Medical Insurance - (Carrier : Florida Blue) : Employee Premium is $0.00 or $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums.
Employee Health & Wellness Center : Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.
00 when covered under Medical Insurance.
Dental Insurance : Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums.
Vision Insurance : Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.
Florida Retirement System : Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan.
Visit myFRS.com for more details.
Other Benefits :
Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information.
The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and / or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package,
Do you have a High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED) equivalent? Please upload a copy of the HS diploma or GED documentation to this application.
Do you have a current State of Florida Firefighter II Certification? Please upload a copy of this certification.
Do you have a current State of Florida EMT or Paramedic Certification? Please upload a copy of this certification.
Do you have a current BLS certification and / or ACLS certification? Please upload a copy of certifications.
Do you have a current Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification (EVOC)? Please upload a copy of certification.
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