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There are three ways you can apply for one of the positions we have listed below:

1) Download the application below, and email your application to our HR Department.

2) Download the application below, and mail your completed application to our HR Department: 122 E. Main St., Bedford, VA 24523.

3) Download the application below, and bring your completed application to our HR Department: 122 E. Main St, Bedford, VA 24523. We are located on the ground floor.

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ALS Firefighter

Type:Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate:$50,600 - Intermediate, $55,000 - Paramedic
Posted Date:05/17/2023

Position Summary

Title: Advanced Life Support/Firefighter

Department: Emergency Services/Fire & Rescue

Location: Various

Hours: 24-hour shifts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs difficult protective services work in regard to emergency medical services and fire suppression.
Engages directly in providing advanced life support and stabilization procedures at the scene of a medical emergency and during transport to medical facilities.
Engages directly in fire suppression activities and response to fire related incidents as required.
Performs related EMS, fire and emergency services work as required.
Responsible to Incident Commander on scene and/or any Bedford County Fire & Rescue Officer.

Qualifications

Must possess education equivalent to graduation from high school
Possession of Virginia Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate or Paramedic
CPR certification
ACLS, PALS/PEEP
NIMS – ICS 100, 200 & ICS 700 certification
EVOC certification
Minimum of 1 year pre-hospital experience
Virginia Department of Fire Programs Firefighter 1 and/or Firefighter II
Virginia Department of Fire Programs Hazardous Materials Operations certification
Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license with 5 years driving experience.
Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age

Disclaimer

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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