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Firefighter EMT - Paramedic (Opioid Response Team)

Salary

$59,621.25 - $92,657.45 Annually

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Type

Special Project w/Retirement

Job Number

13079

Department

Fire Rescue Services

Opening Date

07/17/2025

Closing Date

8/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Norfolk Fire-Rescue: https://www.norfolk.gov/6016/Fire-Rescue

The work involves the responsibility of serving as a member of the Opioid Response Team; a standard of care in providing field-based medication for opioid use disorder and connecting individuals in need with the services that they require to ensure survival and well-being. This is accomplished by providing assessments and treatment to individuals in need at Emergency Medical Incidents, and connecting with individuals of prior EMS incidents, Hospital Emergency Department encounters, local inter-departmental referrals, and the public at large.

Work is performed under the direction of the Norfolk Fire Rescue via the Battalion Fire Chief overseeing EMS Operations with considerable leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work, and in making decisions regarding client needs and requests and conducting project assignments. Position does related work as required.

For any questions, please email NFR Recruiting ([email protected]) .

Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

+ Performs all duties and responsibilities required of a Paramedic.

+ Participates in providing and coordinating services to eligible opioid overdose and withdrawal patients encountered by NFR; and eligible clients referred to the Opioid Response Team program from other City of Norfolk Departments, local Emergency Departments, organizations, and the community at large.

+ Interfaces directly with overdose and withdrawal incidents alongside responding NFR units.

+ Engages with eligible patients to establish rapport and determine desire and eligibility for harm-reduction resources and connection with internal and external resources to address social determinants of health.

+ Provides proactive care that is intended to help improve the overall health and wellness of program participants.

+ Examines, screens, treats and coordinates services for patients.

+ Observes, records, and reports to Program Physician, patient’s conditions and reactions to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.

+ Administers patient care consistent with department protocols and physician orders.

+ Assists in navigating referred individuals to the most appropriate ongoing treatment providers for their specific situation.

+ Conducts patient education and harm prevention strategies.

+ Participates in reviewing daily EMS response data, along with external referrals pathways and contacts individuals as appropriate.

+ Contributes to the development and growth of the program with other participating internal community partners.

+ Participates in training for all NFR staff to ensure all potential referrals are captured and staff are educated in services.

+ Assists in supporting and expanding current harm reduction efforts with availability of service.

+ Assists with conducting daily surveillance to ensure all eligible patients are offered services within 24-72 hours of applicable incident.

+ Creates community engagement.

+ Assists in review of outcome data to ensure there are no existing gaps in program functions.

+ Uses computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail, and case management software in performing work assignments.

+ Cleans and maintains (minor maintenance) vehicles and equipment.

+ Maintains records of vehicles, supplies, training and daily work.

+ Adheres to the department’s safety rules and regulations.

Education/Experience

Education/Experience:

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent required;

+ Valid Driver's License;

+ Completion of the Tidewater Regional Fire Academy (or other training program approved by the Fire Chief) and the Firefighter Recruit probationary period with Norfolk Fire-Rescue, or two (2) years' experience as a Firefighter EMT-P in a combination fire and EMS department;

Required Certifications:

+ Current certification as a Virginia Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) -Paramedic and current sanctioning by the City of Norfolk Medical Director;

+ Current Virginia Department of Fire Programs Certifications in Firefighter II or approved equivalent reciprocity;

+ Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operations and/or other “Firefighter Professional Qualifications” as required by the Virginia Administrative Code;

+ Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR);

+ Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS);

+ Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS or PEPP);

+ Tidewater Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) released Advanced Life Support (ALS) provider;

+ National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700 & 800;

+ Successful completion of medical physical examinations and maintenance of health that establish medical fitness for duty as determined by the City of Norfolk physician.

Additional Information & Requirements

To view all department specific Automatic Disqualifiers, CLICK HERE

Tobacco Use:

Selected candidates will be required to sign an acknowledgement indicating that they will refrain from using tobacco products, both on and off-duty.

Please ensure the following applicable required documents and/or certifications are attached with your employment application before submitting:

+ Copy of a valid Driver's License.

+ Current certification as a Virginia Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P).

+ Resume.

+ Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.

+ Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.

+ Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.

+ Retirement

If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

+ The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.

NOTE:

The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.

Non-City

Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.

01

The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.

+ I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

02

I have read and understand the automatic disqualifiers and certify to the best of my knowledge that none of the conditions apply to me. I also certify that I meet the minimum requirements for consideration as a Norfolk Firefighter EMT-Paramedic.

+ I have read and understand the above statement. I meet the minimum requirements for consideration.

03

The City of Norfolk hires United States (U.S.) citizens, lawful permanent residents and those that are authorized to work in the U.S. Please select one of the following:

+ I am a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

+ I am not a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, but I am authorized to work in the U.S. I understand that I will be required to present documentation proving my identity and that I am authorized to work in the U.S.

+ I am not a U.S. citizen, or a lawful permanent resident and I am not authorized to work in the U.S.

04

Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

+ Less than High School Diploma/GED

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Some College (6 months or more)

+ Vocational/Technical Degree

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree or higher

05

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Are you currently certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Paramedic?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Are you currently certified by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician as a Paramedic? (National Registry Paramedics will be considered; however, Virginia reciprocity is the responsibility of the applicant to be hired).

+ Yes

+ No

08

Are you a Tidewater Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) released Advanced Life Support (ALS) provider?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Do you possess a Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS or PEPP) certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Do you possess an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you possess an Emergency Vehicle Operation certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Do you possess a Hazmat Materials Awareness certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Do you possess an ICS 100 certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Do you possess an ICS 200 certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Do you possess an ICS 700 certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Do you possess an ICS 800 certificate?

+ Yes

+ No

17

Have you been convicted of drunk driving or driving under the influence within the past 3 years?

+ Yes

+ No

18

Have you been convicted of a hit and run within the past 3 years?

+ Yes

+ No

19

Have you used a Schedule I of the Code of Virginia controlled substance within the past 5 years? This includes, but is not limited to, Heroin, LSD, MDMA, etc., excludes the usage of Marijuana.

+ Yes

+ No

20

Have you used a Schedule II of the Code of Virginia controlled substance within the past 5 years? This includes, but is not limited to, Cocaine, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, Methamphetamine, PCP, etc.

+ Yes

+ No

21

Have you ever used a Schedule III-VI of the Code of Virginia controlled substance, or any noxious chemical inhalants within the past 6 months? This includes, but is not limited to, illegal steroids, huffing, etc.

+ Yes

+ No

22

Have you at any time participated in any illegal act arising from the manufacture and/or distribution of any illegal drug?

+ Yes

+ No

23

If you answered yes to any of the drug questions, please list the type of drug, month/year you first used the drug, month/year you last used the drug and the total approximate number of times you used the drug. If not applicable, indicate N/A. If you do not provide the specific information, this may result in removal from the process.

24

Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk Employee?

+ Yes – I am a current City of Norfolk Employee

+ Yes – I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee

+ No – I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk Employee

25

How did you become aware Norfolk Fire-Rescue was hiring? (Please check all that apply)

+ Career Fair/Job Event

+ Military Resources: Career Development Center

+ Military Resources: TAP

+ Facebook

+ Instagram

+ LinkedIn

+ YouTube

+ Print Ad: Poster/Sign

+ Tidewater Community College

+ Old Dominion University

+ Norfolk State University

+ Google Search

+ Norfolk.gov

+ Government.Jobs

+ Indeed

+ Text to apply

+ Family Member/Friend

+ Norfolk Fire-Rescue employee

+ [email protected]

+ Other

26

If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A."

27

This position is required to sign an acknowledgement indicating that you will refrain from using tobacco products, both on and off-duty, if you are conditionally selected for hire.

+ I acknowledge that I understand this requirement

28

As a Fire-Rescue employee in a sworn position, if you are scheduled to work, you will be required to report to work during periods of inclement weather.

+ I acknowledge that I understand this requirement

29

This position requires the ability to work a varied work schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

+ I acknowledge that I understand this requirement

30

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Please indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

31

A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration. A criminal background check is conducted on all new hires. Failure to disclose all criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment consideration or may result in dismissal from City of Norfolk employment if you have been hired. The nature of the offense; the time that has passed since the offense, conduct and/or completion of the sentence; and the nature of the job sought may be taken into consideration. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor?

+ I have been convicted of a felony

+ I have been convicted of a misdemeanor

+ I have been convicted of a felony and a misdemeanor

+ I have not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor

32

If you answered that you have been convicted of a felony and/or a misdemeanor, please provide an explanation including the city, state and date of the conviction. This excludes minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets.

33

Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)

+ I am not a Veteran

+ I am a Veteran

+ I am a Disabled Veteran

34

What type of discharge did you receive from the military? If not applicable, please select N/A.

+ I am currently still serving

+ Honorable Discharge

+ General Discharge under Honorable Conditions

+ Other than Honorable Discharge

+ Bad Conduct Discharge

+ Dishonorable Discharge

+ Other type of Discharge

+ N/A

35

Are you currently serving as a member of the United States Reserves?

+ Yes

+ No

36

If you are currently serving in the United States Reserves, please select if you are in a ready or standby status. If you are not currently serving in the Reserves, please select N/A.

+ Ready status

+ Standby status

+ N/A

37

I have attached ALL of the required documents and/or certifications to my application. I understand that documents cannot be added to my employment application submittal after the application has already been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

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