Fire-Medic
FIRE-MEDIC
(Job Opening ID #512664)
Several full-time positions available with
KCMO’s Fire Department, location varies.
Normal Work Days/Hours: Work days &
hours vary. Responsible for all patient care
(Advanced as well as Basic Life Support)
according to patient care modalities in
accordance with all applicable federal, state
and local laws, regulations, statutes, and
protocols. Documents patient medical
records including completing the MARF in
its entirety. Provides direction to other crew
members, as it pertains to patient care.
Serves as an emergency responder in the
mission areas of fire protection, rescue
services and hazardous materials response.
Responds to alarms of fires or other
emergencies with a pumper company.
Operates assigned pumps, aerial ladders and
auxiliary equipment. Lays and connects hose
and directs fog, chemical, and water
streams. Raises and climbs ladders and uses
chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines,
and related equipment. Responds to
emergency calls for drowning’s, inhalator
cases, accidents and natural or other
catastrophes and removes persons from
danger. Administers emergency medical
care per procedures prescribed by
Emergency Medical Services Director and
to the individual’s standard of training as a
Paramedic. Participates in fire drills and
attends classes in firefighting, emergency
medical care, and related subjects. Inspects
buildings and premises for compliance with
fire prevention ordinances for pre-planning
and familiarization activities and delivers
public education material. Performs general
custodial work in the upkeep of
departmental apparatus, equipment and
structures. Participates in special details for
pumping flooded basements, tracing
dangerous gas leaks or smoke. When
assigned to airport duty as a member of the
fire and rescue squad, responds to all aircraft
emergencies, such as potential hazardous
landings, aircraft fires, crashes, and airport
structural fires. Receives specialized training
for aircraft familiarization and firefighting
techniques applicable to combating aircraft
fires and crashes. REQUIRES high school
diploma or possession of a state-issued
GED/HiSET. Must be 18 years of age by
October 5, 2020. Must not have turned 30
years of age prior to October 5, 2020. Must
possess a valid driver’s license at time of
application and appointment. Must possess a
valid Missouri State Paramedic License or
National Registered Paramedic (EMT-P)
license, obtain and maintain City privileges
at the Paramedic level, and obtain and
maintain ambulance credentialing. Must
successfully meet all requirements of the
KCFD Academy and be able to obtain
Missouri State FF I & II within the first year
of employment. Must pass a pre-
employment drug screen and post offer
physical. Non-residents, if appointed, must
establish residency within the city limits of
Kansas City, MO within nine months.
Information must be clearly specified in
application materials. If applying online, be
sure to enter driver’s license information.
Making a copy of driver’s license and
Paramedic license and attaching it to your
application materials is advised.
Preference given to those who possess
Firefighter I & II certifications. Salary
Range: $3,287-$6,786/month*. *Up to
$7,000 in incentives after successful
completion of specific requirements.
Application Deadline: October 5, 2020.
Apply online at www.kcmo.gov/careers.
EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is
an equal opportunity employer committed to
a diverse workforce.