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Cumberland County Regional Fire-EMS Coordinator
Cumberland County
Portland, Maine
May 13, 2025
JOB PURPOSE: The purpose of the Regional Fire/EMS Coordinator is to ensure that fire/ems personnel are adequately trained and prepared for their duties within their respective departments. The position will develop, coordinate and administer training programs, overseeing drills and other fire/ems related applications. The Coordinator will serve as a collaborator between departments for regional efforts that may include joint purchasing and equipment testing, position attraction/retainage and multi-department governance. This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience, with a range of $32.67 – $37.12 per hour. Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Fire Instructor I with II preferred, Pro Board or Maine EMS Instructor Coordinator.
- Strong preference for at least 10 years’ experience in public safety/emergency response.
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional/administrative work experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
- Required ICS 100, 200 and 700 at hire; ability to complete ICS 300 and ICS 400 within one year of hire, if not already completed.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with no major citations within the past 48 months prior to start date.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Fire Chiefs or their designees in Cumberland County with planning, coordinating, overseeing, scheduling, and presenting comprehensive training programs that meet local, state, and federal standards.
- Develop a training program that is as widely accessible to the County as possible.
- Continually evaluate effectiveness of training schedules and locations.
- Identify and coordinate submission of applications for Regional Training Grants.
- Set long term goals, and prepare regular reports for the Commissioners and participating communities.
- Schedule regular meetings with a regional steering committee to discuss plans and protocols and seek guidance on program goals.
- Create and maintain a repository of firefighter/EMT’s names. certifications, and training records in participation with willing communities.
- Monitor regional programs in other jurisdictions to regularly identify changing best practices.
- Seek other opportunities for voluntary regional collaboration in consultation with the steering committee – examples may include, but are not limited to, purchasing and testing/certifying equipment.
- Monitor performance of instructors to ensure course quality. Prepare and completes reports and training records.
- Provide course instruction and support to internal and external courses when necessary. Develop, evaluate and revise training course material and curriculum.
- Analyze feedback from course participants to identify changes needed to improve curriculum.
- Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices including program planning, contract administration, budgeting, direction, coordination, evaluation, and data processing methods and techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and make effective presentations of technical, complex, and sometimes sensitive information.
- Ability to work independently and to coordinate the efforts of individuals and organizations.
- Ability to set work priorities and to train, direct, motivate, and evaluate the effectiveness of programming.
- Ability to apply judgment and discretion in resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and external partners.
- Ability to facilitate meetings of a regular advisory/steering committee.
- Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of all activities and operations.
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
- This document represents the major duties, responsibilities and authorities of the job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
Cumberland County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce. Come join our team and culture of engaged employees. Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success. We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities.
This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience, with a range of $32.67 – $37.12 per hour.
Position will remain open until filled
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Assistant Fire Chief
Biddeford Fire Department
Biddeford Maine
May 13, 2025
The City of Biddeford Fire Department is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Fire Chief.
Biddeford’s Fire Department is looking for an Assistant Fire Chief with experience as a fire officer and EMT, with progressive supervisory experience within a Fire Department. This position is best suited for a leader with a vision for community engagement, active and collaborative leadership, and innovative thinking toward managing today’s fire and emergency medical services.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven leadership through a high level of uniformed experience in the management of fire departments (deputy, captain, or lieutenant), offer a record of accomplishments in technical skills and have outstanding communication skills to develop and retain credibility, respect, and trust within the Department and throughout the community.
The successful candidate will have strong in-depth operational and administrative knowledge in fire, rescue, prevention and fire-based EMS at the Advanced Life Support level along with the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire staff, effectively manage projects, initiatives and resources within the confines of an approved annual operating budget.
Our Department is very fast paced, responding to over 5,500 emergency calls annually within the 39 square miles of Biddeford’s rural and urban settings.
Responsibilities
- Involved in the day-to-day administrative and emergency operations of the Fire Department
- Will be on call every three weeks
- Assists the Fire Chief with oversight of staff, including 48 full-time EMS Firefighters, 1 full-time nonunion Deputy Chief, 1 Office Manager, 25 on-call company members, 1 call company Division Chief and District Chief.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of fire service supervisory experience
- 8 years of experience as a career firefighter
- High School education (or equivalent)
- Advanced-EMT certification
- Firefighter II Certification (from state of Maine or state with reciprocity)
- Valid Driver’s License
- A willingness to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Biddeford’s work around diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion
Finalists may be required to pass background check and physical/psychological exam
Preferred Qualifications
- Paramedic Certification
- Certified Fire Officer I & II
- Associate’s degree (or higher)
Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $94,248 – $124,372
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid bereavement leave
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plans w/ employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule: Monday – Tuesday, 7am – 5pm // Wednesday – Thursday, 8am – 4pm
To apply, please choose ONE of the following:
- Go to https://biddefordmaine.org/apply to fill out our online application
- Apply through indeed.com
- Email to: [email protected]
- Submit a cover letter, resume, and any relevant certifications to:
Human Resources Department, 205 Main Street, Biddeford, ME, 04005
- Please include copies of your current EMS license, Firefighter II & Fire Officer certifications, HS diploma (or equivalent), and any additional Fire/EMS certifications and/or credentials.
We will begin reviewing applications on May 30, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Biddeford’s mission is to cultivate and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, welcoming, and belonging-based workplace where employees actively practice solidarity for the greater good of the work environment and employee experience.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Biddeford shall employ, develop, and work to maintain the best qualified person(s) available without discrimination to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, dimensions of gender, disability, citizenship, veterans’ status, ancestry, national origin, and/or political affiliation or any other status protected by law.
Equitable access to services and employment is available and those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for this application and/or the interview process should notify the Deputy Director of Human Resources at 207.286.0589.
Fulltime Firefighter/EMS Provider
Millinocket Fire Department
Millinocket, Maine
April 29, 2025
The Town of Millinocket is currently accepting applications for one (1) Open Full Time Fire Fighter/Advanced EMT or Paramedic Positions to join its team. This is an immediate opening.
Minimum qualifications are as follows:
Education, Experience, Certifications, Licenses.
- Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent (GED) and be 18 years of age.
- Minimum of one year’s experience as a Licensed EMT.
- Certification and licensure as an Advanced EMT or Paramedic.
- Must maintain state-mandated continuing education requirements, including current American Heart Association (AHA) certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Paramedic Inter-facility Transfer (PIFT) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or equivalent.
- Firefighter 1 & 2 or equivalent.
- Must possess a valid clean Maine Driver’s License.
- Must be EVOC certified.
- Must be 100, 200, 700 & 800 NIMS certified or complete training within one year.
- Basic Pumps Preferred
- Hazmat Operations Level Preferred
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- 25 year/55 age Maine State Retirement Package Also Social Security.
- 42 hours over 8 weeks. (Shift package is subject to change if necessary)
- Family medical health coverage, paid vacations, PTO’S, and sick time.
- Wage step increases.
- Basic pay scale $890.82 weekly (dependent on qualifications).
- Advanced pay scale $941.64 weekly (dependent on qualifications)
- Paramedics pay scale $973.56 weekly (dependent on qualifications)
Applications and copy of job description may be picked up by calling the Town Office or on-line at (www.millinocket.org) Applications may be submitted by mail, faxed or email:
Human Resources Director
Town of Millinocket
197 Penobscot Avenue
Millinocket, ME 04462
207-723-7000 x5
Fax:207-723-7002
Position open till filled
EEO/AA
EMT, AEMT, Paramedic
Indian Township Fire & Rescue
Indian Township
March 5, 2025
Indian Township Fire and Rescue is looking for full time EMT, AEMT or Paramedic
If qualified, we are offering a sign on bonus between $3,000-$7,000 depending on license level and experience. We have competitive pay rates and offer Medical, Dental, 401k and others.
Please feel free to email for more questions about the job and schedule.
Fire Chief: Mihku Sabattus
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 207-796-2274
Additional Job Postings:
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