Qualifications and Skills:
- Fully registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics as an Advanced Care Paramedic is a requirement upon application
- Successful completion of the University of Alberta Firefighter Physical Fitness test at the time of your application is required*
- NFPA 1001 Level I & II is an asset. Successful candidates will receive training for NFPA 1001’s
- Emergency medical or fire response work experience along with current ITLS, PALS, ACLS certification is considered an asset
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, building and maintaining internal and external relationships
- Fosters team cooperation, supports group problem solving and ensures progress toward goals
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment to best fit the situation or event
- Capacity to acquire and maintain new knowledge and competencies, striving to continuously build skills
- Mechanical aptitude, with agility and strength to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions
- Commitment to maintaining a high standard of physical fitness and mental health well-being
Conditions of Employment:
- Submission of a Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
- Minimum of a valid Alberta Class 4 driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
- Valid Alberta Class 3 driver’s licence and Air Brake (Q) endorsement must be completed before the end of probation. Onus and cost is the candidates responsibility
- Ability to pass all physical and medical standards as outlined in the NFPA
- *Successfully passed the U of A Firefighter Physical Fitness test. We will accept successful results from the U of A completed within 6 months of your application.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete pre-employment physical and knowledge assessments as well as provide proof of certifications and professional credentials as noted in the resume.
Out of province applicants must be fully registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics and must meet or exceed the Alberta physical fitness standards per the Canadian Physical Performance Exchange Standard for Fire Fighters.
Current or previous SCES practicum students may be given consideration.
Strathcona County may recognize IAFF members experience or experience from organizations that deliver similar services to determine appropriate classification and wage placement.
