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TREASURE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
180 108TH AVENUE
TREASURE ISLAND, FLORIDA 33706
(727)547-4590
http://www.mytreasureisland.org/

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Updated: March 27, 2023

Vacancy Date: March 27, 2023

Classification: Firefighter/EMT; Paramedic preferred; will give additional consideration to Firefighter/EMT in Paramedic school or Paramedic willing to attend fire academy once employed by TIFR.

This posting is currently open until filled. Please check back for future updates.

Classification: Firefighter/EMT, Paramedic Preferred

Treasure Island Fire Rescue is hiring one Firefighter/EMT; Paramedic preferred. Treasure Island. All testing must be completed before submitting an application which can be found at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mytreasureisland/.

A current CPAT and FireTEAM test are required for being placed on the eligibility list. After scheduling the FireTEAM test, candidates can schedule a CPAT on the same website, www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. For this position, candidates must achieve a passing score on the video-based FireTEAM test at National Testing Network.

Once employed, candidate will be required to obtain and maintain State of Florida Firefighter and State of Florida Paramedic Certification.

A pre-employment medical examination, drug screening, background check, and polygraph will be conducted for candidates that are offered a job.

Applicants must be non-user of tobacco products for at least one year prior to the date of application and shall not use tobacco products during employment; and upon hire must sign an affidavit attesting to such.

Salary Information
$50,494.08/annually
$45,194.24/annually for Firefighter EMT

Benefit Information

Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
Florida Retirement System
Optional deferred compensation program with ICMA, Nationwide, or IAFF
Credit union eligibility
Annual vacation leave of 144 hours for years 1 through 4
Ten paid holidays with 12 hours additional pay per holiday
Education/Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Safety and Wellness Program with reimbursement for fitness activities up to $35/month

City and Department Overview

Treasure Island is a barrier island resort community on the Gulf of Mexico located west of St. Petersburg in the Tampa Bay area of Florida with small town ambiance, wide beaches and a seasonally fluctuating population.

Treasure Island Fire Rescue is an ISO class 2 fire department with 15 full-time firefighters, a deputy fire chief, a fire chief, and a full-time life safety educator/administrative assistant. Services are provided utilizing an ALS rescue staffed by two firefighter/paramedics and an ALS Engine staffed with three personnel. There are five sworn personnel on duty at all times who work a 24/48 schedule. An automatic aid agreement is in place with surrounding departments and the County’s EMS transport service.

In-service training is accomplished through a consortium of departments in the region that support a robust training schedule. The Department’s leadership values formal education and supports job related opportunities for employee development whenever possible. The successful candidate will complete annual lifeguard certification/water rescue training and have the opportunity to be assigned to our marine rescue boat or rescue jet ski. TIFR also staffs a high water vehicle/brush truck, reserve engine/squad and has a 1927 American LaFrance antique fire apparatus that is used for parades and public education events.

Candidate Contact Person
Tiffany Makras, Human Resources Director
tmakras@mytreasureisland.org
www.mytreasureisland.org

Job Requirements

Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Eligible to work in US

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:

Far visual acuity: Far visual acuity shall be at least 20/30 binocular corrected with contact lenses or eyeglasses. Far visual acuity uncorrected shall be at least 20/100 binocular for wearers of hard contacts or spectacles. Successful long-term soft contact lens wearers shall not be subject to the uncorrected criterion.
Peripheral vision: Visual field performance without correction shall be 140 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
Required to pass the Titmus II Color Vision test (ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green).
Any recent or former history of ophthalmic surgery will require a medical clearance from the City of Treasure Island’s medical provider.

Any other eye condition that results in a person not being able to perform the essential job functions of a Firefighter, NFPA 1582.

Academy Certification:
Yes, or willing to obtain at employer expense as a condition of employment.

Necessary Certifications:
State of Florida Firefighter II and State of Florida Paramedic

Schooling Prior and Post Hiring:
Applicant must possess or obtain Emergency Vehicle Operator's Certification (EVOC); AHA CPR-Healthcare Provider; AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); International Trauma Life Support (ITLS); and Pinellas County Certification as prescribed by the Office of Medical Director.

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