HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-06-04-J01H POC Paramedic_Job Description, Pay GradeAGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: June 4, 2018
AGENDA ITEM:Consideration of approval of a resolution approving job description and pay
grade [Paid On-Call Paramedic, Waukee Fire Department]
FORMAT:Consent Agenda
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: To provide exceptional emergency management for the
citizens of Waukee, the Waukee Fire Department is adding the position of
Paramedic (POC). A large percentage of calls to the Waukee fire Department
are for emergency medical services. The position of Paramedic (POC) will
expand the pool of candidates available to staff the Fire Department and better
meet the needs of the community.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:The position of Paramedic
(POC) will be added to the City of Waukee POC firefighter FY19
Compensation Plan approved by Council on 3/5/18 at an hourly rate of
$15.50.
COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT:
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: The Fire Chief and Human Resource Director recommend
approval of the job description and pay grade.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS: I. Proposed Resolution
II. Job Description – Paid On-Call Paramedic
PREPARED BY:Patricia Brown Holden
REVIEWED BY:
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THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
RESOLUTION 18-
APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION AND PAY GRADE
[PAID ON-CALL PARAMEDIC, WAUKEE FIRE DEPARTMENT]
IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal
Organization; AND,
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief proposes the creation of a non-represented Paid On-Call Paramedic
position; AND,
WHEREAS, the pay grade for the position shall be Grade POC Paramedic; AND,
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief and Human Resource Director recommend establishing the position
and approving the job description and pay grade.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa on
this 4th day of June, 2018, that it hereby approves the job description and pay grade for Paid On-
Call Paramedic.
____________________________
William F. Peard, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________________
Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
RESULTS OF VOTE: AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
Anna Bergman
R. Charles Bottenberg
Courtney Clarke
Shelly Hughes
Larry R. Lyon
Paramedic (POC) Page 1 Council Approved _____________________
City of Waukee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Paramedic (POC) Reports to: Fire Lieutenant
Dept/Div: Fire Direct Reports: None
Union Status: Non-Represented FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Grade: POC Paramedic
JOB PURPOSE: A Paramedic performs rescue operations, emergency medical operations, and fire/injury
prevention activities (school visits, Public Relations events).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Responds to fire and rescue calls as needed or directed and performs within the directives, policies,
SOG’s, and protocols of the department.
2. Performs routine truck, equipment, and station maintenance as needed.
3. Maintains positive public image of the department through tours, visits, and other public education.
4. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making.
2. Interact effectively, professionally, and tactfully with the general public, all participating agencies, and
dispatch and law enforcement.
3. Create and participate in a team environment.
4. Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and respectfulness at all times.
5. Interpret verbal and nonverbal behavior, to develop accurate understanding of other’s needs, values, and
opinions.
6. React to a work environment that will change day to day requiring quick departure, and reorganization of
one’s schedule.
7. Actively support all efforts to increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration between and among
departments, full-time and part-time on-call fire fighters and the community.
8. Demonstrate sound time-management skills by effectively or efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and
completing multiple assignments in a timely manner.
9. Operates with the safety of themselves, their co-workers, and the general public in mind at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School graduate. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2. Must possess a valid Iowa Driver’s License and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy.
3. Certifications: Current Paramedic certification issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Current
Healthcare Provider CPR, ACLS, and PEEP or PALS. FEMA IS-100 and IS-200 (or IS-195), and IS-700.
4. Knowledge of Waukee Fire Department and City of Waukee policies and SOG; knowledge of appropriate
training standards; knowledge of hazardous materials response; knowledge of emergency driving
techniques.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Able to perform all essential functions of the position while wearing required protective equipment.
2. Able to operate and use all assigned equipment and apparatus.
3. Responsive to visual and verbal alarms and other indications of distress.
4. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic
devices and handwritten) in English with other employees and the community.
Paramedic (POC) Page 2 Council Approved _____________________
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may
be encountered.
2. Will be exposed to darkness and poor lighting, fumes/odors, isolation, moving machinery, noise, visual
strain, unprotected heights, wearing a respirator, working on uneven ground, mechanical hazards,
biological hazards, medical hazards, electrical hazards, traffic hazards, possible explosion, and bodily
injury.
3. Position includes significant work place pressure.
4. Standard work hours must be flexible, will include days, evenings, over nights and weekends, may be
greater than 40 hours per week, and may be called to report to duty at any time.
5. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard work hours
within Waukee Public Safety building.
6. There is no residency requirement for this position.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and
should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and
duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be
required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job
description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any
employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right.
Signature Date
The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.