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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
FOR PER-DIEM EMS
The Town of Oak Bluffs, MA and the Oak Bluffs Fire-EMS Department are accepting applications for Per-Diem Paramedics and Basic Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs).
Qualified candidates must possess a MA Paramedic or Basic EMT certification and MA driver’s license. EMS perform all inter-facility transports during scheduled shifts and if required before and after shifts when necessary.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 2021 AT 4:00 PM!
Town of Oak Bluffs is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified candidates must possess a MA Paramedic or Basic EMT certification and MA driver’s license. EMS perform all inter-facility transports during scheduled shifts and if required before and after shifts when necessary.
- Transport EMT hourly rate: $26.07
- Paramedic hourly rate: $29.21
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 2021 AT 4:00 PM!
Town of Oak Bluffs is an equal opportunity employer.
| 06-15-2021 Per-Diem EMS Job Posting |
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR
DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
The Town of Oak Bluffs is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Oak Bluffs Deputy Fire Chief for our Department.
The Deputy Fire Chief is part of the leadership command and assists the Fire Chief with the day-to day administrative and management operations, supervising of fire personnel, emergency management planning and fire prevention officer duties.
The Deputy Chief will be directly responsible for the department’s training program implementing Mass Fire Academy training, practical exercises and drills; maintaining accurate record keeping of all fire related incidents, training, maintenance and equipment. Position shall serve as the Department Head in the temporary absence of the Fire Chief.
Candidates must have extensive knowledge on the principles, practices and techniques of fire suppression, fire prevention and hazardous materials; ability to supervise, train, evaluate, and lead the work of others while maintaining a high level of discipline and morals. Must be able to communicate and work effectively with subordinates, other Town departments, elected officials and members of the public; ability to react quickly and remain calm when directing firefighters in emergency situations. Position is required to respond to emergencies and be available 24/7, 365 days of the year. Residency on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard required.
Minimum qualifications include but not limited to:
Application Process:
1. Complete an online application form (download and print if necessary) and attach resume, cover letter of interest and most recent certifications.
2. Send in all paperwork via email to Wendy Brough at wbrough@oakbluffsma.gov or mail to:
Human Resources
Town of Oak Bluffs
PO BOX 132
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
3. Email Wendy Brough with questions, inquires or requests
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS JUNE 24, 2021 AT 4:00 PM!
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Town of Oak Bluffs is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Deputy Fire Chief is part of the leadership command and assists the Fire Chief with the day-to day administrative and management operations, supervising of fire personnel, emergency management planning and fire prevention officer duties.
The Deputy Chief will be directly responsible for the department’s training program implementing Mass Fire Academy training, practical exercises and drills; maintaining accurate record keeping of all fire related incidents, training, maintenance and equipment. Position shall serve as the Department Head in the temporary absence of the Fire Chief.
Candidates must have extensive knowledge on the principles, practices and techniques of fire suppression, fire prevention and hazardous materials; ability to supervise, train, evaluate, and lead the work of others while maintaining a high level of discipline and morals. Must be able to communicate and work effectively with subordinates, other Town departments, elected officials and members of the public; ability to react quickly and remain calm when directing firefighters in emergency situations. Position is required to respond to emergencies and be available 24/7, 365 days of the year. Residency on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard required.
Minimum qualifications include but not limited to:
- Seven to ten years of progressive experience as a member of a Fire Department.
- Minimum of three years’ experience at a supervisory or command rank.
- Advanced Fire Officer training to include at a minimum Fire Officer 2 and Fire Instructor 1 certification
- A working knowledge of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code, 527 CMR 1.00 (Fire Prevention Officer certification preferred).
- NIMS/ICS Command level certifications.
- An Associates or Bachelor’s degree in fire science preferred but not required.
- Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (preferred)
- Experience working with a Call/Volunteer system strongly preferred.
- Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License
Application Process:
1. Complete an online application form (download and print if necessary) and attach resume, cover letter of interest and most recent certifications.
2. Send in all paperwork via email to Wendy Brough at wbrough@oakbluffsma.gov or mail to:
Human Resources
Town of Oak Bluffs
PO BOX 132
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
3. Email Wendy Brough with questions, inquires or requests
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS JUNE 24, 2021 AT 4:00 PM!
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Click to view the application for employment
Town of Oak Bluffs is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AUGUST 2021 FIREWORKS CANCELED
The Oak Bluffs Firemen’s Civic Association has decided that due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, they have no alternative other than to not schedule what would have been the 45th Oak Bluffs Firemen’s Civic Association Fireworks in August 2021.
MESSAGE FROM DUKES COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION REGARDING PROPANE TANKS
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| 2021-03-01 DCFCA Propane Tank Letter |
A message from the Dukes County Fire Chiefs Association regarding the order of operations for the application, permitting and inspection of above ground and underground propane tank installations
Signed,
Chief Simon Bolin - Aquinnah Fire Department
Chief Jeremy Bradshaw - Chilmark Fire Department
Chief Alex Schaeffer - Edgartown Fire Department
Chief Gregory Leland - Tisbury Fire Department
Fire Chief - Oak Bluffs Fire-EMS Department
Chief Manuel Estrella III - West Tisbury Fire Department
Signed,
Chief Simon Bolin - Aquinnah Fire Department
Chief Jeremy Bradshaw - Chilmark Fire Department
Chief Alex Schaeffer - Edgartown Fire Department
Chief Gregory Leland - Tisbury Fire Department
Fire Chief - Oak Bluffs Fire-EMS Department
Chief Manuel Estrella III - West Tisbury Fire Department
PLEASE COMPLETE THE
DUKES COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION UNPERMITTED PROPANE TANK REPORTING FORM
To all our community members with propane:
With an unprecedented amount of propane account changes with tank removals being seen throughout Dukes County, we are looking for some assistance to gather information on tanks that may be left on your property after the change over. While it is your responsibility to notify the outgoing provider, we recognize that people have had some issues making contact. Please use the link to fill out an Unpermitted Propane Tank Reporting Form provided by your local Fire Departments (Dukes County Fire Chiefs Association) in an effort to rectify the unpermitted tanks within our communities. The information will be provided to each Fire Department in order to enforce proper code compliance regarding propane tanks that have been taken out of service on your property.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfsqxEeSKDu2S.../viewform
Please share with anyone in Dukes County!
With an unprecedented amount of propane account changes with tank removals being seen throughout Dukes County, we are looking for some assistance to gather information on tanks that may be left on your property after the change over. While it is your responsibility to notify the outgoing provider, we recognize that people have had some issues making contact. Please use the link to fill out an Unpermitted Propane Tank Reporting Form provided by your local Fire Departments (Dukes County Fire Chiefs Association) in an effort to rectify the unpermitted tanks within our communities. The information will be provided to each Fire Department in order to enforce proper code compliance regarding propane tanks that have been taken out of service on your property.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfsqxEeSKDu2S.../viewform
Please share with anyone in Dukes County!