the fort myers beach fire district is seeking qualified

Fort Myers Beach Fire District www.FMBFire.org

239-590-4200

100 Voorhis Street

Fort Myers Beach Florida 33931

Fin al Date for Submittal:

D ecember 6,

2021

The Fort Myers Beach Fire District is seeking qualified applicants for the

position of

Shaping Our Community Through Excellence

V 9/16/20

Position Announcement

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The Fort Myers Beach Fire District is located in Southwest Lee County, Florida, covering the islands of Estero and San Carlos, as well as nearby areas. Our team provides services to a population of approximately 9,000 full time residents, over 40,000 peak season residents, and over 1.8 million visitors each year. In addition to a significant population increase in peak season, Estero Island is a well-known and highly frequented Spring Break destination for visitors around the world. The Fort Myers Beach Fire District covers a ten square mile area out of four facilities strategically placed within the District, as well as responds to many areas of Southwest Florida through an automatic aid and closest unit response system.

The District began as a volunteer fire service in 1949 by the Beach Improvement Association, Inc. The District incorporated as the Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District in 1950 with an estimated population of only 2,500 residents. Since, the Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District has become a full-service career emergency response organization protecting the residents and visitors of this highly sought after location.

The Fort Myers Beach Fire District provides a variety of services to include a multitude of fire suppression activities, Emergency Medical Advanced Life Support (ALS) on all apparatus, ambulance transport, technical rescue, hazardous materials incident response, and a variety of other emergency and non-emergency services.


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The Operations Branch manages all operational aspects of the organization, to include emergency response. The Operations Branch is overseen by the Executive Assistant Fire Chief of Operations, who works closely with operational and administrative staff to execute the operational mission of the organization. This includes response to emergency incidents as well as non-emergency activities of our crews. Incorporated in the Operations Branch is the Training Division, Emergency Medical Service Division, and the Tools and Equipment Program. The Operations Branch also oversees statistical analysis and data coordination for operational activities.

Training Division The Fort Myers Beach Fire District Training Division coordinates and manages all initial, ongoing, and advanced level training. This includes development programs for the Firefighter, Driver Engineer, and Fire Officer. This division also manages all State and nationally required certifications. The Training Division coordinates promotional processes, hiring processes, and major incident reviews for the organization and other involved emergency service agencies.


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Emergency Medical Services Division The Fort Myers Beach Fire District Emergency Medical Services Division (EMS) areas of responsibility include the management and planning of all levels of EMS delivery to include Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance transport, as well as fully staffed ALS fire apparatus to ensure the highest level of care is provided by the closest unit responding. The EMS Division also oversees EMS education, training, equipment, supplies, and administration of all medical services.

The Support Branch is overseen by the Fire Official. This branch includes the Life Safety Division, Support Services Program, Facilities and Logistics Program, and Operational Technologies Program. These activities include the many logistical, supply and maintenance related components of our organization, as well as facilities and grounds. In addition, this branch oversees all health and safety components for our team.

Life Safety Division The Fort Myers Beach Fire District Life Safety Division provides all prevention, community education, risk reduction, and code enforcement to our community. This includes fire and life safety inspections, as well as building plan reviews. This division also provides a variety of community outreach functions to educate our community, keep children safe in our schools, and much more. This division houses the Fire Official, which in addition to code enforcement and inspection programs, provides fire investigation services and public information.

The Administrative Branch manages everything from payroll and account payables to budgeting and forecasting finances many years in advance. The Administrative Branch is overseen by the Director of Finance and Administrative Services. This Branch provides support to all programs and divisions through document and policy management, benefit administration, purchasing processes, Information, Technology and Security Program and budgeting. The Administrative Branch also manages the organization’s human resource department, risk management, and strategic planning.

The Fire Chief oversees all of the organization’s branches and works with the Board of Fire Commissioners, administrative staff, legal counsel, accountants, and officers to oversee District functions. The Office of the Fire Chief also manages public records and the logistical components of the Board of Fire Commissioners. The Fire Chief serves as the direct liaison to the Board of Fire Commissioners by managing documentation, resolutions, meeting preparation, and other administrative considerations.


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Although the Fort Myers Beach Fire District provides many traditional emergency and non-emergency services, we also provide many enhanced services to best cater to the unique nature of our community.

We are proud to offer both fire response, as well as ambulance transport service to the citizens and visitors of our area. By offering these services, we can achieve faster emergency medical response and transport times, as well as increase fire suppression capability. With limited access on and off the islands in seasonal traffic, as well as our significant coastline of highly frequented beaches, we also provide specialty beach capable ambulances, and rescue services through specialized equipment to best serve our community.

The Fort Myers Beach Fire District is amongst an elite group of United States Fire Departments who have achieved an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of two, as a result of the many aspects of our service delivery! Our organization has also received the American Heart Association’s Mission Lifeline Emergency Medical Services award multiple times, with the most recent award reaching Gold status.

XThe Fort Myers Beach Fire District incorporates a personnel allocation model using approximately 70 full time positions, which include our emergency response personnel, life safety and prevention team, and administrative members.

Firefighters & Paramedics ………..………………………………… 30 Driver Engineers ………..………………………………… 9 Lieutenants & Captains ………..………………………………… 9 Life Safety Services Staff ………..………………………………… 7 Administrative & Support Staff ………..………………………………… 7 Battalion Chiefs ………..………………………………… 3 Division Chiefs ………..………………………………… 1 Assistant Chiefs ………..………………………………… 1 Fire Official ………………………………………….. 1 Executive Assistant Fire Chief ………..………………………………… 1 Fire Chief ………..………………………………… 1 Total Personnel ………..………………………………… 70


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Copies of the following requirements must be submitted with the application. Minimum Requirements: Non-smoker/non-user of tobacco for at

least one year prior to application.

Education: Must possess a High School diploma or

G.E.D.

Certificate or Licenses: Florida Driver’s License (or eligible to

obtain within 30 days of employment) Current National or Florida State

Paramedic Certification (NationallyRegistered Paramedics will be required tosuccessfully complete the Floridacertification-see Florida Health MedicalQuality Assurance (MQA) online)

Current Healthcare Provider BLS/ACLS Emergency Vehicle Operations Certificate

Within One Year: Florida State Certified Firefighter

Preferred: The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Paramedic Certification who has worked

under a Physicians Medical License to actas a “Lead” or “Primary” treatingParamedic on a 911/Emergent TransportAmbulance

Florida State Firefighter II Certification Associate Degree or higher in Fire/Science,

EMS, or a related field from an accreditedcollege or university is desired

Note: The successful candidate will not bereleased from probationary status untilcompleting the District’s ParamedicCredentialing process.

The Fort Myers Beach Firefighter and Firefighter Paramedic possesses skilled and specialized work abilities involving the prevention, suppression, and extinguishment of fires; performs rescue and emergency medical services, and assists in the control and resolution of incidents.

The Firefighter & Firefighter Paramedic works under the direct supervision of the Company Officer, representing the District in a dignified manner by being well groomed, courteous, and tactful in all interactions with the community and other agencies.

The Firefighter & Firefighter Paramedic may assist Company Officers and the Driver Engineers in carrying out District policies, rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures.

The Firefighter & Firefighter Paramedic participatesin aggressive training programs, regular drills, and responds to emergencies as a team member.

See our Firefighter Level Position Descriptions on our website at www.FMBFire.org

for further requirements and information.


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The annual estimated total Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Compensation andBenefits Package is valued at $97,058.

Please see correlating documents for pay rates the first year of employment.

The annual estimated total Non-Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Compensationand Benefits Package is valued at $117,916.

Please see correlating documents for pay increases beyond the first year of employment.

(The Above Includes: Base Salary, Averaged Overtime, Holiday Pay, Family Health, Dental & Vision, Florida Retirement Service District Contribution, VEBA Contribution, Short and Long Term Disability).

Base Pay: The base Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Salary is $52,771The base Non-Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Salary is $67,707.

Following the Probationary Period (at least 1 year), additional compensation levels are available for formal education and service time. Non-Probationary Firefighter Paramedic pay ranges from $66,070 to $75,330 in year two, and may escalate in subsequent years, subject to the Collective Bargaining Agreement and District policy.

Employee and Family Healthcare: The District is proud to provide 100% EmployeeHealthcare. Full Family Health, Dental and Vision coverage is also provided at anemployee co-share of 20%. Family health benefits are valued at $25,180 annually beforeco-pay. The District also provides a pre-tax plan for the cost of medical related expensesthrough a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) under the Internal Revenue Service Section125 Plan.

Retirement: An excellent retirement plan is provided by the District through the FloridaRetirement Services (FRS). The employee contributes 3% of wages, and the Districtcontributes 25.89% of gross salary, equaling a total contribution of 28.89%. Additionalretirement plans are available in the form of a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, as adeduction from employee pay.

Personal Paid Leave (PPL): PPL, Holiday Pay, and other benefits can be found in theDistrict 3 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Education, Development and Training: Education, Development, and Training ishighly encouraged by the District and funded for the employee through a rewardingEducation Plan.

Further benefit and salary information, as well as a position descriptions, are available upon request.

This document does not facilitate an agreement, promise, or guarantee regarding its contents. The most current version of the District 3 Collective Bargaining Agreement which outlines the entire

agreement for the position of Firefighter Paramedic is available upon request.


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Applications are available online at www.FMBFire.org, and at the Fort Myers Beach Fire District Headquarters offices located at 100 Voorhis Street, Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931.

Applications must be filled out completely, to include identified supplemental information. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The position may remain open until filled; however, the first round of applications must be received by 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, on December 6, 2021. Submittal of applications can be via e-mail, US Postal Service (or equivalent), and in person. To submit your application online, please send your completed application with all required certifications and supplemental documentation to [email protected].

The organization will screen applications as they are received and will notify the candidate of receipt. All application information will remain confidential and references will not be contacted until finalists are chosen, except where law prohibits. All dates are subject to change.

Process Specifics

Applications will be reviewed by the District and selected candidates will be invited to participate in an Assessment Center consisting of a written examination, a physical agility assessment, a medical skills scenario, and an interview. Passing scores or successful completion must be achieved on each element before proceeding to the next element of the assessment center.

Study materials for the exams include: International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) Essential of Firefighting 6th

Edition Current edition Paramedic Texts (Brady, Mosby, Paramedic Care, etc.)

and current 2020 American Heart Association (AHA), BLS, ACLSGuidelines.

National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic(NREMTP) and AHA Practical Skills Sheets.

You may obtain the required agility outline for the Employment Assessment on our website at www.FMBFire.org.

Further date notifications and scheduling will be made after application. Persons needing an accommodation to apply should contact our Human Resource Department at 239-590-4200.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace/At-Will Employer/Veterans Preference

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