Temporary Firefighter/EMT

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: Make a difference when it matters most!

Join NMSU as a firefighter/EMS professional! ***This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary.

Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period.***

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Emergency Services 24 hour shift

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responds to fire and other emergencies and provides basic life support and/or prevents property loss to NMSU Las Cruces campus and surrounding communities.

Assists with inspections of buildings to insure fire code/life safety compliance.

Participate in any fire or EMS training as identified by Fire Chief.

Keeps up-to-date on equipment and protocols and procedures.

Participate on continuing Ed courses to maintain their EMS licenses.

Ensure that UTV's, fire apparatus and passenger vehicles are response ready.

This is not a full representation of all duties and may be assigned other duties as needed by the department.

Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED certificate + 1 year of relevant experience.