Advanced Life Support Technician

The Advanced Life Support Technician (“ALS Tech”) is a New York State certified emergency responder capable of effectively delivering advanced emergency care and treatment to those sick or injured in various, sometimes physically demanding, situations. The ALS Tech makes definitive patient care decisions under stressful situations, as well Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel. The work is performed under the clinical supervision of the assigned supervisor and the administrative supervision of the Fire Coordinator in accordance with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures and laws. Does related work as required. A non-refundable $15.00 application fee is required. Apply and pay online or submit a check or money order payable to: Niagara County Civil Service

Candidates must meet the following. If you do not meet these qualifications, your application will be disapproved and your filing fee will not be refunded. Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.
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1. Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician-Critical Care certification issued by the New York State Department of Health;
2. Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license;
3. Must authorize and execute any necessary releases to enable the appointing authority to verify licensure and driving history involving violations and/or crimes;
4. Meet the Qualifications and Competencies set forth in the EMT- the NYS Department of Health for the duration of employment. SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR EMT CERTIFICATION AND VALID NYS DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. The training and experience of candidates will be evaluated against the background of the position. It is essential that you give complete and accurate information on the application form and training and experience questionnaire. You must also submit official college transcripts to this office by the time your name is certified.

Candidates must have been legal residents of Niagara County for at least one (1) month immediately preceding the date of the written examination and such residency must continue until the time of appointment. municipality in which the appointment is made. Non-residents may be required to become a resident of the appointing municipality if local law so states.