Fire & EMS Careers

Incumbent is responsible for the administration and management of the Mohegan Tribal Fire Department and planning, implementing and directing all aspects of tribal emergency services, including:  fire suppression, fire prevention, fire alarms, inspection and code activities, hazardous materials response, emergency medical services and crisis response for the Emergency Management Plan.   Incumbent is also responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable and relevant tribal, state and federal regulations and current Mohegan Tribal Fire Codes and Standards.  

Required Current Licenses and Certifications: State of CT driver’s license with Q endorsement (or another state’s equivalent) or CDL (Commercial Driver’s License); Fire Marshal and Certified Fire Officer III. Must pass a medical examination annually.

Incumbent supervises and coordinates the activities of the Fire Department, including firefighting, emergency response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, emergency medical services, and fire marshal personnel. Ensures compliance with fire and life safety codes. 

Required Current Licenses and Certifications: CDL or Q license (or other state's equivalent); EMT-B; Fire Marshal; Certified Fire Officer III; Fire Instructor III; HazMat Technician, 40-hour EPA; Incident Command (NIMS-400 level) and Incident Safety Officer. Must pass a medical examination annually.

Incumbent oversees and advises on all aspects of the department's EMS program, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and departmental standards. This position serves as the primary contact on EMS operations, quality improvement, budgeting, staffing, equipment management, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include developing and implementing EMS policies and procedures, overseeing patient care documentation and continuous quality improvement initiatives, managing controlled substance and infection control programs, coordinating training and certification requirements, maintaining medical equipment and supplies, and serving as a liaison with hospitals, medical directors, regulatory agencies, and legal representatives.

This individual will also participate in activities including: firefighting, emergency response, hazardous materials response, and technical rescue as needed. 

Required Connecticut Certifications and Licenses: State of CT Paramedic; Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Pediatric Life Support; Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support; State of Connecticut EMS-Instructor; Haz-Mat Awareness; and Incident Command 100, 200, 700, 800. 

Incumbent supervises and coordinates activities of fire lieutenants, firefighters and paramedics including firefighting, emergency response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue and emergency medical services. 

Required Connecticut Licenses and Certifications: CDL or Q driver’s license (or other state’s equivalent); Confined Space; EMT-B; Fire Officer II; Fire Service Instructor I; HazMat Technician-40 hour EPA; Incident Command and Safety Officer. Fire Marshall certification or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment also required. 

Incumbent supervises and coordinates daily activities of fire fighters and participates in activities including firefighting, emergency response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue and emergency medical services. 

Required Connecticut Licenses and Certifications: CDL or Q Driver’s License, or other state’s equivalent; Confined Space; EMT-B; Fire Service Instructor 1; Fire Officer 1; HazMat Technician, 40-hour EPA; Incident Command and Safety Officer.

Incumbent is responsible for enforcing federal, state and local mandated fire safety laws and related codes.  When called upon, assists in the control and extinguishing of fires, protects life and property, conducts rescue operations, and provides emergency medical services. 

Required Connecticut Licenses and Certifications: EMT-B; Fire Inspector; Fire Marshall; Public Fire & Life Safety Educator; Incident Command; Firefighter II and Safety Officer.

Incumbent controls and extinguishes fires, protects life and property, conducts rescue operations and provides emergency medical services. 

Required Connecticut Licenses and Certifications: CDL or Q driver’s license, or other state’s equivalent; Connecticut Physical Agility Test (CPAT) within two (2) years prior to employment ~OR~ employment as an active Firefighter with a municipal, industrial, or similar department for a minimum of two (2) years of continuous employment;  EMT-B; Fire Fighter II; HazMat Operational; must obtain HazMat Technician, 40 hour EPA or equivalent within one (1) year of employment

Incumbent responds to medical emergency calls and assesses the patient’s condition to determine a course of treatment; administers ALS (Advanced Life Support) on patient when necessary.

Required Connecticut Licenses and Certifications: Paramedic; CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation); ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support); PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support); PHTLS (Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support) and Valid motor vehicle operator’s license from state of residency.

Note: Paramedic I:  One (1) year practicing paramedic experience and/or medical control through a local hospital; Paramedic II:  Four (4) to eight (8) years paramedic experience; Paramedic III:  Eight (8) or more years paramedic experience.