EMS: Full-time Firefighter & Paramedic

Job Title: Firefighter / Paramedic

Department/Division: Fire Department / Public Safety
Status: Regular Full time,  Non-exempt  Employee 
Pay: $18.05 - $19.60 per hour (DOQ)
Reports to: Shift Captain
Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Spouse/Child Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent).  Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Paid Holidays. Parking pass. Amenity pass. Work Schedule - 48 on duty / 96 off duty.  
Retirement: Employee Retirement System of Georgia (GSEPS) Retirement benefits include a pension plus a matching 401(k).
Closing Date: Open Until Filled. **This position is subject to close once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist. 

Summary: 
Duties include but are not limited to: the daily inspection, maintenance, and cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and station. Performs all forms of emergency services, including but not limited to fire, basic and advanced life support, hazardous material, rescue, and public education events as directed.  Has daily contact with the public requiring the utmost tact and courtesy. Making instantaneous decisions on all types of emergencies requires mature judgment and knowledge. Required to attend mandatory training both on and off duty as directed to maintain skills and learn new information. Also, any tasks and duties as directed by the Shift Captain.    

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This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. 

This position will close once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.  Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided.  If the email confirmation is not received, the applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4081 for confirmation; however, due to the volume of applicants received, we cannot provide information on the application status after receipt.  Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4081. 

All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered.  Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks is required, including credit when applicable to the position.  Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying.  

Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.   The Jekyll Island is a Drug-free Workplace.