Top 25 Fire Jobs in Bedford, Va

Chief of Fire & Rescue
Bedford County, Virginia —Bedford, VA
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- PALS Certification
Firefighter - Advanced EMT - FT
Bedford County, Virginia —Bedford, VA
- $48,538.88 - $64,314.01 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Firefighter/EMT - FT
Bedford County, Virginia —Bedford, VA
- $46,200 - $61,215 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Airport Firefighter
Roanoke Regional Airport Commission —Roanoke, VA
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Firefighter - Paramedic (ALS) - FT
Bedford County, Virginia —Bedford, VA
- $55,000 - $72,875 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Fire Protection Engineer I
AECOM —Roanoke, VA
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Word processing
- Office
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Firefighter/EMT
Roanoke County, VA —Roanoke, VA
- $50,960.09 - $63,324.34 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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VSC Fire & Security —Roanoke, VA
- $19 - $39 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Fuel card
- Health savings account
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Fire/Security Alarm Installation Technician
Wachter, Inc. —Roanoke, VA
- $30 - $50 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Travel reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
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FIREFIGHTER EXPERIENCED PROVIDER - ALS
City of Lynchburg, VA —Lynchburg, VA
- $54,516.80 - $75,046.40 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Fire/Life Safety Systems Design Engineer
Siemens —Roanoke, VA
- $59,048 - $101,225 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- System design
- High school diploma or GED
Fire Alarms Tech II
Liberty University —Lynchburg, VA
- $24.04 - $26.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Fire Protection Engineer
Wiley|Wilson —Lynchburg, VA
- $71,000 - $101,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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FIREFIGHTER EXPERIENCED PROVIDER - ALS
City of Lynchburg —Lynchburg, VA
- $26.21 - $36.08 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Paramedic/Firefighter
Roanoke County, VA —Roanoke, VA
- $57,768.24 - $72,539.57 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic
Amherst County Government —Madison Heights, VA
- From $51,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- PALS Certification
- Customer service
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Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer/Designer
SFCS Inc. —Roanoke, VA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Fire Protection Engineer
YA Group —United States
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory experience
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
Site Safety and Health Officer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Construction site
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Chief of Fire & Rescue

Bedford County, Virginia -
Bedford, VA

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Job Details

$120,000 - $150,000 a year

Qualifications

Structural fire response
Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter
EVOC
Computer operation
CPR Certification
Confidential information handling
Database systems
National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700)
Firefighting rescue operations
Incident management
Writing skills
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Filing
Fire codes and regulations
Company vehicle operation
Data summary reports
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Data management
Public safety procedures
Hazardous material handling
Productivity software
Hazardous materials incident response
Emergency care
Office record organization

Full Job Description

Disclaimer

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bedford County is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We are committed to implementing nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring, and retaining highly skilled and dependable Veterans. The V3 Program is an official Commonwealth of Virginia Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§ 2.2-2001.2)

Performs a combination of difficult professional, administrative, and fieldwork involving the management of the combination paid/volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. Has the responsibility of lead role for efficiency in operations and establishing and/or performing all functions of incident command systems; plans, directs and coordinates departmental goals, objectives and operations; conducts studies and research; procures equipment; maintains records and files; prepares budgets and reports. Promotes community and fire safety awareness. Does related work as required. Work is performed under the general direction of the Deputy County Administrator with latitude for independent judgement and action. Supervision is exercised over all department personnel.

*First review of applications will occur in early July*

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversees, directs, and coordinates all activities of the Department including administration, communications, emergency medical, hazardous materials, fire prevention, fire investigation and training.
Implements strategic plan by translating the department’s long-term vision into measurable operational success.
Responds to serious fires, explosions, disasters, hazardous materials incidents and medical emergencies; assumes command of the situation.
Prepares budget estimates and supervises and controls the expenditure of all departmental funds.
Formulates administrative and operational policies, standard operating procedures, rules and regulations governing departmental activities, prescribes work methods and procedures, and adjusts departmental policies and methods to meet new situations or to improve existing operations.
Requisitions and purchases necessary supplies and equipment for the Department; develops specifications.
Enforces departmental rules and regulations and takes appropriate disciplinary action; counsels employees in regards to personnel problems, career development, motivation and problem solving.
Receives and responds to citizen inquiries; resolves internal and external conflicts involving citizens and/or volunteers.
Provides and implements educational and service delivery programs.
Supports recruitment, retention and educational needs of career and volunteer fire suppression personnel.
Serves as a member of the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Represents the County as a Public Safety Official at functions, meetings, and events as necessary.
Attends meetings and/or presents to the Board of Supervisor as required.
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested by management.
Participate in employee meetings and training as needed.
Performs special projects as assigned.
Meets attendance requirements and maintains the highest level of dependability.
Consistently demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, and reprioritizes work as necessary.

Education / Experience:

Requires education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, EMS, Public Administration/Business Administration or related field, supplemented by advanced level course work in modern methods of Fire Suppression and Rescue. Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the fire and emergency medical service profession, with at least two (2) years of upper level public safety management in a paid position. Must be familiar with NFPA standards, particularly as they relate to the Fire & Rescue environment. Must possess experience in Health and Safety relevant to fire and rescue operations and personnel; experience or training in Emergency Management functions, and training in the area of public speaking and public education.

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field; Executive Fire Officer; Chief Fire Officer or Chief Medical Officer/EMS Officer; Prior experience serving as a Fire Chief in a combination system; Knowledge of radio systems in relation emergency services and enhanced 911 telephone operations.

Knowledge / Skills and Abilities:

Requires comprehensive knowledge of the strategy and tactics of handling fire, rescue, and medical emergencies and the ability to analyze and respond effectively under stress to each. Must possess the ability to identify and interpret trends and preventive related issues within the Fire and Rescue Services industry.

Requires exercising a great deal of self-initiative and possessing the ability to positively interact with the public, volunteers, career staff, support staff, and outside agencies in a professional, courteous and tactful manner during routine, emergency, and controversial situations. Strong quality and service minded with commitment to continuous quality improvement.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse multi-disciplinary emergency services team and / or independently. Knowledge of management principles and practices with the ability to employ team-oriented problem-solving techniques and be capable of motivating new or inexperienced members. Puts success of team above own interests and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Ability to develop, implement and facilitate educational programs.

Must possess the ability to communicate; both orally and in writing, in order to effectively educate a variety of audiences. Must be able to maintain confidentially and disseminate such information consistent with policies and procedures.

Knowledge and understanding of the County’s strategic direction, mission, vision, and values as they relate to the Department of Fire & Rescue; as well as the departments Standard Operating Guidelines, Rules and Regulations.

Knowledge of County geography with respect to streets, hydrants and building access.

Must be able to establish and maintain accurate records, files, and database systems. Requires compiling data and information to prepare summaries and reports using MS Office Suite and/or other computer systems.

Knowledge of budget preparation and accounting principles.

Certifications/ Licenses:

Must have five years of driving experience and possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

EMT certification; CPR certification; NIMS – ICS 100 – 400 & ICS 700, 800 certifications; EVOC certification; Firefighter II certification; Hazardous Materials Operations certification.

Preferred:

Fire Officer and Fire Instructor certifications; Paramedic Certification; ACLS, PALS/PEEP.

Employee will be responsible for keeping his/her license and education requirements current including those certifications possessed listed above under Education/Experience.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requires employee to perform very heavy work requiring the exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

Sensory skills: Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm’s length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Ability to mentally and emotionally deal with emergencies that may result in severe injury or the loss of human life.

Environmental Factors:

Worker may be subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils. Ability to wear an Air Pak is required. Worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Special/Additional Requirements:

Subject to a complete criminal history, background search, drug screening, medical screening, and psychological assessment with acceptable results.

This position is expected to maintain or establish a residence in Bedford County within 6 months of employment.

This position is designated as essential personnel. In accordance with the County's personnel policy, essential personnel are critical to the continuation of key operations and services and are expected to report to work, unless otherwise directed by management, in all weather conditions.

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