Salary $68,232 - $84,936 per year

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

These positions perform emergency medical services in response to calls and cleans and maintains equipment and facilities.  Single Role Paramedics work a schedule with a fixed number of hours during the week.  As of August 1, 2025, that schedule is 40 hours per week, Tuesdays through Fridays.  The District may change this schedule to meet operational needs. 

Please apply through the Public Safety Answers website. Your application should include a McMinnville Fire District application form, resume, cover letter, recorded answers to initial interview questions, and completion of their testing. Your cover letter and application should contain information about how you meet the required desirable (if applicable) qualifications and certifications, and your interest in joining the McMinnville Fire District. Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. You will not be notified that they are incomplete, and incomplete application will not be considered.

Questions and materials can be directed to Michelle Teed, Administrative Services Director at michelle.teed@mcminnvillefiredistrict.gov or by fax to (503) 435-5815.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a shift supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel on department policies and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed should not be construed to be all-inclusive. The essential job duties will include other responsibilities as assigned and required.

1.         Responds to emergency medical calls requiring a thorough understanding of emergency medical services. Operates equipment to provide rescue and emergency medical services following all protocols based on EMS certification as established for each situation.

2.         Responds to fire and other emergency calls which may include rescuing individuals from buildings or other hazardous situations.

3.         Checks and maintains fire and EMS department apparatus, equipment and facilities, including routine housekeeping and maintenance duties.

4.         Trains and drills on fire, rescue, and emergency medical related subjects, techniques, and procedures.

5.         Follows all safety rules and procedures established for work areas.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains records, logs, and reports.

2. Maintains proficiency and certifications by attending training conferences and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility.

3. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

·       Considerable knowledge of emergency medical response methods and procedures.

Skills

·       Responds to emergency medical calls requiring a thorough understanding of emergency medical services.

·       Operates equipment to provide rescue and emergency medical services following all protocols based on EMS certification as established for each situation.

Abilities

·       Ability to communicate effectively with the public, members of outside agencies, and employees.

Mandatory Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years old.
• U.S. Citizen or lawfully able to work in the U.S.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Current certification as an Oregon Paramedic, or National Registry certification as a Paramedic and the ability to qualify for State of Oregon reciprocity, or possession of EMT-P from another state and be able to qualify for State of Oregon reciprocity; or possess the ability and qualifications to obtain an Oregon EMT-P by the date of hire.
• Possession of Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Possession of Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Possession of valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Pass a background check, physical, and psychological examination.
• Vision: Per NFPA 1582 Requirements

Desirable Qualifications:

• Over two years' experience in EMS, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties.
• EVOC Training or NFPA Driver certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

• Completion of Associate's degree in paramedicine or related field.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, kneel, sit, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects, tools, or controls. The position requires mobility and the ability to operate EMS equipment.  Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 30 pounds on a regular basis and will require moving adult individuals, and equipment, which will weigh over 100 pounds more than once per day. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as motor vehicles, and emergency medical equipment, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Most work occurs under usual fire station/indoor working conditions. Approximately 40% of the work period is at medical/fire/rescue sites or training with exposure to fire, smoke, and typical hazards and noise levels associated with medical/fire/rescue service. The noise level in the fire station is higher than typical of most office environments; however does not require hearing protection.  The current schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday.  This may change based on operational needs of the District.