The Town of Enfield, Connecticut - TC Minutes 04/16/12

The Regular Meeting of the Enfield Town Council was called to order by Chairman Kaupin in the Council Chambers of the Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut on Monday, April 16, 2012. The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m.

ROLL-CALL – Present were Councilman Arnone, Bosco, Crowley, Edgar, Hall, Kaupin, Kienzler, Lee, Mangini, Nelson and Stokes. Also present were Town Manager, Matthew Coppler; Assistant Town Manager, Daniel Vindigni; Town Clerk, Suzanne Olechnicki; Town Attorney, Kevin Deneen; Director of Social Services, Pam Brown; Director of Human Resources, Steven Bielenda; Director of CDA, Peter Bryanton

MOTION #1756 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Kienzler to accept the minutes of the March 26, 2012 Special Meeting.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1756 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman Bosco abstaining.

MOTION #1757 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Mangini to accept the minutes of the April 2, 2012 Special Meeting.

MOTION #1758 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Mangini to accept the minutes of the April 2, 2012 Regular Meeting.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1758 adopted 11-0-0.

Present from KITE (Key Initiatives to Early Education) were Chairman Karen Wezlisa, Chris Gomeau, Coordinator and Director of Social Services, Pam Brown.

Ms. Wezlisa stated KITE is seeking approval from the Town Council to apply to the Graustein Memorial Fund for a two-year Community Plan Implementation Grant. This grant would fund KITE for up to $50,000 per year and would enable KITE to implement the strategies that have been developed during their two-year planning process.

She noted she brought KITE brochures for the Council. She explained KITE is a community collaborative around early care and education for young children in town.

Councilman Mangini stated her belief this is a great program, and the Council should continue supporting it in any way they can. She noted children going through this process will reap great benefits.

Ms. Wezlisa stated they will be sharing more about the measured outcomes of this program in the future.

Chairman Kaupin stated he is the co-chair of the community plan for KITE and Brian Specht of Lego is also a co-chair. He noted KITE is well organized and well supported by the business community. He stated this is truly a good collaboration, and this grant will support KITE’s future initiative.

The general consensus of the Council was to move forward in applying for the Graustein Memorial grant.

Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee members came forward to make a presentation to the Town Council. Present were President Al Faloretti; Assistant Chairman, Earl Provencher, and Directors John Hogan and Don Langley

On behalf of the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Mr. Faloretti presented the Town Council with a $5,000 donation check toward the newly erected veterans’ memorial on the Town Green.

Councilman Mangini thanked the Committee for this donation and all their hard work and dedication.

Councilman Kienzler thanked the Committee for their donation. He stated this Committee does a great job and puts in lots of effort and long hours.

Chairman Kaupin recognized the efforts of Council liaisons to this Committee – Councilmen Hall, Mangini and Stokes. He also thanked Dan Vindigni for all his work for this Committee. He thanked the Committee for their donation, and he thanked the Monument Committee for spearheading a remarkable memorial.

Stated Friday is Earth Day, and there will be an Earth Day celebration on the Town Green from 4:00 to 6:00. He noted the Clean Energy Committee will be in attendance as will Steve Moriarty, who will be demonstrating how to cook with clean energy. He stated they will also collect any used light bulbs at this event.

Mr. Myjak stated Steve Moriarty will be having an open house at his home on Saturday from 10:00 to 2:00 to share with the public his methods for clean energy and energy savings.

He stated his understanding the Town is looking into solar panels for the Police Department facility. He stated his belief that’s a great idea.

Councilman Mangini reminded people that they need to be cautious when driving around town because the good weather brings many children out onto the streets. She voiced concern because she has noticed more incidences of speeding around town.

Councilman Kienzler commended Josh Jameson for his involvement with the Boy Scouts.

Councilman Kienzler stated a Cash Mob sign up booth will be on the Town Green for Earth Day. He urged people to sign up and bring along a food donation.

Councilman Crowley stated the Thompsonville Little League has its opening day at Asnuntuck on Saturday, April 21^st. He urged people to stop by and watch the game.

He stated there will be a budget meeting on Wednesday in the Enfield Room, and the Public Hearing on the budget is scheduled for April 25^th at Enfield High School at 7:00 p.m. He noted it’s important that the Town Council hears from the public.

Councilman Hall questioned whether the Town has reached out to the Clean Energy Committee as it looks into solar panels for the Police Department.

Councilman Lee stated people can look at the proposed budget on the Town’s website.

He stated there will be a hazardous waste collection day on Saturday, May 12^th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the public works garage. He noted there’s a long list of acceptable items for this collection day.

He noted this year’s Clean Sweep is scheduled for Saturday, April 21^st from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

MOTION #1759 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Mangini to add Item J. to Items for Discussion. This is an item regarding the Local 1029 wage reopener.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1759 adopted 11-0-0.

MOTION #1760 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Mangini to suspend the rules to address Items D, E, F, G, H and J under Miscellaneous this evening.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1760 adopted 11-0-0.

Chairman Kaupin stated Loaves and Fishes is holding their annual Fishermans’ Breakfast on Saturday, April 21^st from 4:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

He stated the Enfield Foundation for Excellence in Education is holding the Enfield Idol Competition on Friday, May 4^th at 7:00 p.m. at Asnuntuck Community College. Ticket prices are $10 per person, and the proceeds will support the Enfield Foundation for Excellence in Education.

He noted the KITE dinner is scheduled for Wednesday, May 9^th at the Village Center, and all Council members are invited.

He stated last week he received a letter from State Representative Chris Coutu. He noted Mr. Coutu is also the founder and President of American Warrior. He explained American Warrior is excited that local Enfield World War II veterans will be on the Connecticut American Warrior Day of Honor trip on May 26^th, Memorial Day weekend. He noted Enfield has two veterans that are going to Washington, D.C. He stated they are veterans Stanley Brockman from 31 St. Thomas Street and Kenneth Courteau from 2 Pequot Avenue. He noted these two veterans and their guardians will depart Bradley International Airport at 9:00 a.m. and return around 7:00 p.m. the same day. He stated they will have a day in Washington, D.C. to visit the Washington, D.C. memorials. He thanked Mr. Brockman and Mr. Courteau for their service to their country and he thanked American Warrior for honoring these veterans. He suggested perhaps they can invite Mr. Brockman and Mr. Courteau to a future Council meeting so that they can share their Washington experience.

Mr. Coppler responded to Councilman Hall’s question at the last meeting concerning the cost of going to a weekly recycling pick-up. He listed the costs for a weekly pick-up as follows:

Mr. Coppler stated the total cost per year to go to weekly recycling is about $865,000. He noted the capital expense is once every ten years in terms of the replacement cycle, therefore, the fixed cost year after year would be about $278,000. He noted the reason they went with bi-weekly pick-ups was to eliminate these expenses.

Councilman Hall questioned what’s the gain for the fees if the Town increased recyclable tonnage. Mr. Coppler stated if the Town spends $278,000 per year, they have to question whether they’ll recover that expense. He added his belief they wouldn’t recover that expense. He noted if people require a second recycling tipper barrel, the Town will provide that for free.

Councilman Nelson questioned the possibility of DPW employees making note of households that don’t recycle, and he questioned if anything is being done about people not recycling.

Mr. Coppler stated last year they did discuss this problem, but the sentiment at that time is that they did not want to be the “trash police”. He noted they wanted to see how the recycling program ran, and if things were not going well, they’d discuss enforcement.

Councilman Arnone questioned whether recycling is increasing. Mr. Coppler stated they had a 14% increase in recycling. He noted about 23% of everything collected is recyclable material. He pointed out the State of Connecticut wants to see 50% of everything collected as recyclable material by the Year 2025.

Councilman Kienzler stated if a person refuses to recycle, one possibility might be to remove them from the collection grid. Mr. Coppler stated the result might be illegal dumpings.

Councilman Crowley suggested simply bypassing homes on those weeks that blue barrels haven’t been put out. Mr. Coppler stated his belief the best approach is to send a letter to the homeowner, and if that doesn’t work, perhaps it can be addressed with a fine. He stressed the importance of being sure a particular household is not recycling before any enforcement action is taken.

As concerns solar panels at the Police Department, Mr. Coppler stated they’ve been working closely with CCM on this effort.

Councilman Hall stated when the Town is looking at energy savings, they should give the Clean Energy Committee a heads up so that they know the Town is going down that road.

Councilman Mangini stated CCM had a legislative session and a board meeting. She noted they heard from Stefan Pryor, Connecticut’s Education Commissioner, and he distributed booklets on 2012 Education Reform. She noted the Enfield Board of Education members also had the opportunity to hear from Commissioner Pryor.

She noted CCM is going to have a Day on the Hill on April 25^th, and they will be lobbying for policy issues. She noted on May 1^st there will be a Connecticut Emergency Management Symposium, and Enfield’s Public Safety Academy will have the honor of presenting the colors at this session.

She stated at the legislative meeting they talked a lot about the legislative updates. She noted they discussed delinquent property tax whereby municipalities would be given the option to charge interest of 12% instead of 18% to delinquent property taxpayers and to require the interest be charged daily instead of monthly. Councilman Mangini noted this could create a $14.5 million dollar hole in municipal budgets.

Councilman Mangini referred to a bill being proposed, which would require municipalities to increase compensation paid to homeowners for the acquisition of property through eminent domain.

She noted she brought up the fact that perhaps they might want to seriously look at trying to get some tax breaks for residents.

MOTION #1762 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Kienzler to remove Item D. from the table.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1762 adopted 11-0-0.

MOTION #1763 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Stokes to remove Item D. from the agenda.

Chairman Kaupin stated the Town received a letter from the Martha Parsons Trust informing the Town that they are no longer pursuing the purchase of the Scitico School House.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1763 adopted 11-0-0.

Mr. Coppler stated back in December the Town Council approved staff to enter into an agreement with YWCA and ERFC to lease space in school facilities for the before and after school programs. He noted since that time, they’ve had discussions with both parties, and they’ve requested some amendments to those contracts.

He stated both parties wanted a ten-month contract rather than twelve-month contract. He noted the next change is reflective of going from a twelve-month to a ten-month contract, with rent being one-tenth of the total rent. He stated he explained to them that the rent is the rent whether it’s a twelve or ten-month contract. He went on to note that just the YWCA wanted to go to a two-month written notice of termination, and their rationale is that this being the first year of the program, they don’t want to have to make a decision requiring them to carry through the second year.

Councilman Stokes stated he’s only concerned about the early termination, which would go from a six-month notice to a two-month notice. He noted six months provides more time for parents to find childcare elsewhere. He voiced concern that a two-month termination announcement within the school year would make it difficult for parents to find childcare elsewhere. Mr. Coppler agreed with Councilman Stokes and noted he explained this to the YWCA. He added this isn’t something that would keep the YWCA from going forward.

Councilman Kienzler agreed with Councilman Stokes regarding the need for a six-month notice of termination.

Councilman Lee agreed with Councilman Stokes regarding the need for a six-month notice of termination.

Councilman Nelson questioned whether there’s been an agreement on the dollar amount. Mr. Coppler stated the dollar amount is what they put in the contract, and it appears they’ve agreed to that amount.

Chairman Kaupin stated he doesn’t have any issue with any of the other recommended changes, but agrees two months termination is not acceptable.

It was the consensus of the Council that everything is acceptable except there has to be a six-month termination notice.

Mr. Coppler spoke about the proposal for ERFC. He noted they wanted as much notice as possible if they were going to be changing the schedules of use for the gymnasium or cafeterias. He stated it was understood that if the Town or School system had a recreation or school program happening in one of the gymnasiums, that takes precedence over any other use. He noted this holds true even if the school system decides the day before that they’re going to have a program going on because school use takes priority. He noted he agreed to include wording that the Town will make every effort to notify ERFC as soon as possible that there’s going to be a change in the schedule. He pointed out the way they are being charged is not for the use of those areas. He stated if they are to guarantee ERFC use, then it would be appropriate to start a fee to lock-in their schedule.

As concerns maintenance and housekeeping, Mr. Coppler stated ERFC indicated they don’t want to be responsible for a messy room that a teacher left. He suggested the wording, “The tenant will return the premises to its original condition, i.e., a functioning classroom following each period of use. The tenant will document any room found in an unusual condition and will make reasonable efforts to return the room to the condition found at the beginning of the tenant’s day, but cleared of the tenant’s property and trash.”

Mr. Coppler stated the Town requires ERFC have general liability of $5 million dollars, and ERFC is requesting $1 million dollars for each occurrence. He noted he does not feel comfortable changing the Town’s liability, which was recommended by the Town’s consultant.

Councilman Nelson stated he sees a termination notice for the YWCA and ERFC, however, he doesn’t see a termination notice for the Town of Enfield. Mr. Coppler pointed out the Town Council has to approve the next year’s contract.

Councilman Kienzler stated his belief they should stay with the $5 million dollars for general liability.

Councilman Bosco stated his belief the insurance is the most important thing, and he agrees with a year-to-year contract.

Councilman Crowley agreed they should stay with the $5 million dollars general liability insurance. He added his belief the Town should have priority regarding facility use.

Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding is that on the ERFC lease, Section 2 – the wording, “and that the Enfield Town Council votes accordingly” remains. Section (a) and (b) are fine. Mr. Coppler stated his understanding this would be five, one-year extensions with each one coming back to Council. He noted he would re-word (a) to allow for future extensions based upon Council approval and (b) would be eliminated. It was agreed this would be for both the YWCA and ERFC.

Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding everyone agrees on rent in the amount of 1/10^th.

Everyone agreed the Lessor will make every effort to notify the tenant in advance of any changes to its scheduled use.

Everyone agreed about the maintenance and housekeeping changes. Mr. Coppler recommended including the same language in the YWCA contract to be consistent.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby accept a donation in the amount of $5,000 from Enfield Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc. for the construction of the Enfield Veterans Monument and authorizes the Director of Finance to establish the appropriate accounts which will enable these funds to be used for the Enfield Veterans’ Monument project.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1763 adopted 11-0-0.

MOTION #1764 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Mangini to waive the reading of the resolution.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1764 adopted 10-1-0, with Councilman Bosco voting against the motion.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1765 adopted 11-0-0.

RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby approve the above referenced revised job descriptions in the EMS Department. The title of the new Lieutenant job description will replace the former “Supervisor” job description in the EMS Department. The revisions to these job descriptions will have no impact on the current salary allocated for these positions. Job Descriptions for:

Councilman Edgar referred to lifting requirements. He noted the requirement is 150 pounds for the Captain, and the others have a lifting requirement of 100 pounds. He stated his belief that should be reversed.

Mr. Bielenda stated that’s how it was originally created, and they left it as it was.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1766 adopted 11-0-0.

WHEREAS, Connecticut General Statute 12-195h authorizes a municipality to assign its tax liens; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Enfield solicited bids for the assignment of tax liens for property ID 001000020475 which is 534 Hazard Avenue; and

WHEREAS, John Spoerer of Enfield, CT has bid $78,520 for the purchase of tax liens for the above mentioned property

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby approve the assignment to John Spoerer, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Manager is authorized to execute all documents as required and approved by the Town Attorney for the assignment of the tax liens.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1767 adopted 11-0-0.

WHEREAS, the Metropolitan District, a specially chartered municipal corporation with offices at 555 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut, has offered the Town of Enfield the opportunity to participate in its regional 2012 Household Hazardous Waste Collection (HHWC) program; and

WHEREAS, participating in the Metropolitan District’s HHWC program will provide for one Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day within the Town of Enfield and will also permit its residents access to the collection program days held outside the Town of Enfield during calendar year 2012;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Enfield Town Council hereby authorizes the Town Manager to execute an agreement with the Metropolitan District for the Town to participate in its 2012 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program.

Councilman Bosco questioned whether they accept regular fluorescent tubes, and Mr. Coppler stated he believed so.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1768 adopted 11-0-0.

RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby approve the one (1) year wage reopener of one point seven five percent (1.75%) for the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Enfield and the American Federal State County Municipal Employees’ Union, Council #4, Local #1029 Union dated July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2013.

Councilman Kienzler stated it was nice to see Local #1029 doing what needed to be done to help the Town and taxpayers.

Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #1769 adopted 11-0-0.

Councilman Bosco stated he saw that there have been some repairs to the road problem at Post Road. He questioned when they will do a permanent repair. Mr. Coppler stated he spoke with Public Works, and they are looking into moving up the schedule to address that area of road.

Councilman Crowley stated the Enfield High School Varsity Basketball Team is in Florida this week for training and playing a game. He noted they will be playing against another Connecticut team. He wished them a safe trip home.

Councilman Kienzler requested the Town Manager speak about the CL&P tree program that’s currently underway. Mr. Coppler stated CL&P is doing an extended trimming program in certain areas of town, primarily those areas where they’ve had power outages caused by tree limbs.

Chairman Kaupin requested an update as to when the delinquent tax list will be posted on the Town’s website. Mr. Coppler stated the IT Director will be back in the office on Monday, and he will find out how this can automatically be done on a daily or weekly basis. Chairman Kaupin stated they still have the option with a disclaimer saying it’s updated through a certain date.

Councilman Nelson questioned whether it would be fair to say that the last list posted was inaccurate, and Mr. Coppler stated there were issues with the accuracy on the last list.

MOTION #1770 by Councilman Kienzler, seconded by Councilman Mangini to adjourn.

Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #1770 adopted 11-0-0, and the meeting stood adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

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CERTIFIED RESOLUTION

SMALL CITIES PROGRAM

Certified a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Town of Enfield at a meeting of its Town Council on April 16, 2012 and which has not been rescinded or modified in any way whatsoever.

WHEREAS, Federal monies are available under the Connecticut Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program, administered by the State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development pursuant to Public Law 93 -3 83, as amended; and,

WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 127c, and Part VI of Chapter 130 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development is authorized to disburse such Federal monies to local municipalities; and,

WHEREAS, it is desirable and in the public interest that the Town of Enfield make application to the State for $300,000 in order to undertake a Small Cities Community Development Program and to execute an Assistance Agreement therefore, should one be offered; and,

WHEREAS, the Town is required to submit a Program Income Plan along with their application

1. That it is cognizant of the conditions and prerequisites for State Assistance imposed by Part VI of Chapter 130 of The Connecticut General Statutes; and,

2. That the filing of an application by the Town of Enfield in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to capitalize the Town’s Housing Rehabilitation Program is hereby approved, and that the Town Manager is hereby authorized and directed to file such application with the Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development, to provide such additional information, to execute such other documents as may be required by the Commissioner, to execute an Assistance Agreement with the State of Connecticut for State financial assistance if such an Agreement is offered, to execute any amendments, rescissions, and revisions thereto, and to act as the authorized representative of the Town of Enfield.

3) That the Enfield Town Council hereby adopts the “Town of Enfield Program Income Reuse Plan Small Cities Project 12-049-01.

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TOWN OF ENFIELD

DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICESDATE: APRIL 16, 2012

The EMS Captain is the second in command in the EMS Division and functions as the division’s executive officer. In this role, the EMS Captain provides direct oversight to supervisory and field staff and ensures the effective functioning of all operational activities. The EMS Captain also represents the EMS Department in various meetings, councils, and public events. In the absence of the Chief of EMS, the EMS Captain assumes responsibility for all departmental operations.

Supervision Exercised: Captain will supervise EMS Lieutenants, Quartermaster, Paramedic FTO’s, Paramedics, EMT’s and office staff.

· Manage departmental accounts receivable & oversee activities of departmental vendors.

· Coordinate biannual OEMS Inspections & ensure compliance with all related regulations.

· Advise the Chief Paramedic on policies, procedures and other matters related to departmental operations.

· Current KKK ambulance specifications, EMS Department Policies & Procedures, State, Regional & Departmental Clinical Care Guidelines;

· Active Connecticut North Central Regional Medical Control or ability to obtain the same.

The physical demands 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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, walk, hear, stand, lift, drive a motor vehicle, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, devices, or controls: reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to lift, climb, push or pull objects and injured/ill persons up to 150 pounds. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate vehicles, computers and office and medical equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee will frequently work in a motor vehicle. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, vibration and electro-magnetic radiation. The noise level is normally moderate, but will be elevated when sirens are operating and on emergency scenes. Employees will work primarily at a station house, on a medical scene, in an ambulance or at a hospital.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

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DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DATE: APRIL 16, 2012

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: These duties involve responsibility for providing emergency medical services and supervising subordinate employees engaged in providing emergency medical services. Employees in this position operate specially equipped medical emergency vehicles. When engaged in providing medical emergency services, incumbents are in two-way radio contact with, and receive direction from, monitoring hospital physicians who provide advice during a time of medical need.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The work is performed under the supervision of the Chief of Emergency Medical Services, who makes assignments and reviews work in process and upon completion does related work as required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervisors will supervise the work of Paramedics, EMT's and office staff.

· Conducts daily review of run reports of all staff for accuracy and completeness;

· Inspect rigs for proper maintenance and stocking as well as inspect crew quarters;

· Schedule employees for shifts and will act as a back-up on payroll in the absence of the Chief of EMS;

· Operates specially equipped vehicles to respond to medical emergencies and provides advanced life support services to stabilize persons with life threatening problems resulting from trauma or other medical emergencies;

· Provides medical emergency service to accident or other emergency victims such as extrication, splinting and immobilization, administration of oxygen, suctioning, insertion of airways, hemostasis, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, emergency childbirth, electrocardiogram monitoring, injections, anti-shock suit, defibrillation, etc.;

· Monitors and transmits vital signs of pulse, blood pressure and respiration and transmits bio-medical information via telemetry such as electrocardiogram;

· Performs direct medical actions on persons requiring advanced emergency services at monitoring physician's direction such as defibrillation;

· Administers oral, intra-muscular and intra-venous medications as directed by monitoring physician via two-way radio with the emergency vehicle;

· Keeps records of emergency calls, patient treatment and problems encountered and solutions rendered in the course of duty;

· Maintains equipment on specially equipped medical emergency vehicles in appropriate operating condition;

· Participates in emergency medical training of other EMS personnel, police officers, fire fighters and members of the community and coordinates emergency medical services on site;

· Conducts initial scene assessments and coordinates medical resources on the scene of incidents;

· Coordinate EMS Department Fleet repairs & preventative maintenance program with TOE Fleet Manager and/or vendors.

· Coordinate biannual OEMS Inspections & ensure compliance with all related regulations.

· Advise the EMS Chief on policies, procedures and other matters related to vehicles, inventory, building, equipment and departmental operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands 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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, walk hear, stand, lift, drive a motor vehicle, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, devices, or controls: reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to lift, climb, push or pull objects and injured/ill persons up to 100 pounds. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate vehicles, computers and office and medical equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level is normally moderate, but will be elevated when sirens are operating.

Employees will work primarily at a station house, on a medical scene, in an ambulance or at a hospital.

· Thorough knowledge of emergency medical conditions, techniques and procedures;

· Willingness to work with unpaid volunteers who will be performing the same functions as paid personnel;

· Willingness to assist in training activities for both paid and volunteer personnel;

· Willingness to maintain vehicles, equipment and station house in good condition;

· Two (2) years work experience (or four (4) years volunteer experience) as a Paramedic

· Currently authorized to practice as a paramedic through a Connecticut sponsor hospital;

· Current certification in American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA and ACLS);

· Current certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS);

· Must have National Incident Management System (NIMS) training, Incident Command System (ICS) training and Hazardous Materials Awareness training;

· Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and an acceptable driving record.

All licenses and certifications must be valid at time of application, hiring and throughout employment. Maintenance of these valid licenses is a condition of employment.

At the time of appointment and during employment, Supervisors must meet or exceed medical and physical standards established by the EMS Chief. Supervisors must continue to meet or exceed all requirements for maintenance of State of Connecticut Paramedic license for the duration of employment with the Town.

Employees must reside in Enfield or within 25 miles of the Enfield border within one (1) year from date of appointment.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position.

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DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DATE: APRIL 16, 2012

These duties involve responsibility for providing emergency medical services. Employees in this position operate specially equipped medical emergency vehicles. When engaged in providing medical emergency services, incumbents are in two-way radio contact with, and receive direction from, monitoring hospital physicians who provide advice during a time of medical need.

The work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Emergency Medical Services Chief or Designee who makes assignments and reviews work in process and upon completion does related work as required.

· Monitors and transmits vital signs of pulse, blood pressure and respiration and transmits bio-medical information via telemetry such as electrocardiogram;

· Performs direct medical interventions on persons requiring advanced emergency services at monitoring physician's direction such as defibrillation;

· Administers oral, intra-muscular and intra-venous medications as directed by monitoring physician via two-way radio with the emergency vehicle;

· Keeps records of emergency calls, patient treatment and problems encountered and solutions rendered in the course of duty;

· Maintains equipment on specially equipped medical emergency vehicles in appropriate operating

· Participates in emergency medical training of other EMS personnel, police officers, fire fighters and members of the community and coordinates emergency medical services on site;

· Conducts initial scene assessments and coordinates medical resources on the scene of incidents;

· Conducts in-service training, under the supervision of the Chief or Designee.

The noise level is normally moderate, but will be elevated when sirens are operating.

Employees will work primarily at a station house, on a medical scene, in an ambulance or at a hospital.

· Thorough knowledge of emergency medical conditions, techniques and procedures;

· Willingness to work with unpaid volunteers who will be performing the same functions as paid personnel;

· Willingness to assist in training activities for both paid and volunteer personnel;

· Willingness to maintain vehicles, equipment and station house in good condition;

· Currently authorized to practice as a paramedic through a Connecticut sponsor hospital, and;

· Current certification in American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA and ACLS), and;

· Current certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), and;

· Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and an acceptable driving record.

· Highly Desirable: Two (2) years work experience (or four (4) years volunteer experience) as a Paramedic.

All licenses and certifications must be valid at time of application, hiring and throughout employment. Maintenance of these valid licenses is a condition of employment.

At the time of appointment and during employment, Paramedics must meet or exceed medical and physical standards established by the EMS Department. Incumbent Paramedics must continue to meet or exceed all requirements for maintenance of State of Connecticut Paramedic license for the duration of employment with the Town.

Employees must reside in Enfield or within 25 miles of the Enfield border within one (1) year from date of appointment.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position.

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TOWN OF ENFIELD

DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICESDATE: APRIL 16, 2012

These duties involve responsibility for providing emergency medical services. Employees in this position operate specially equipped vehicles. When engaged in providing emergency medical services, incumbents are in radio contact with and may receive direction from paramedics and/or supervising physicians.

The work is performed under the direction of the Emergency Medical Services Chief or Designee who makes assignments, reviews work in progress and upon completion does related work as required. On scene, the EMT will perform under the direction of a paramedic if one is on scene.

· Operates specially equipped vehicles to respond to emergencies and provides care to stabilize persons with life threatening problems resulting from trauma or other medical emergencies;

· Participates in the provision of emergency medical treatment to accident or other victims such as extrication, splinting, immobilization, airway management, CPR, Hemostasis, IV therapy and drug administration (within existing protocols), ECG monitoring, defibrillation, etc.

· Monitors and transmits assessment and vital signs information via radio or telephone;

· Keeps records of emergency calls, patient treatment and problems encountered and solutions rendered in the course of duty;

· Maintains equipment on specially equipped vehicles in appropriate operating condition;

· Participates in emergency training of police, fire and EMS personnel as well as members of the community;

· Conducts initial scene assessments, initiates and participates in the incident command system on the scene of incidents;

· Assists the EMS Chief or his designees with public information and education in activities such as CPR etc.;

· Ability to operate specially equipped vehicles under emergency conditions, willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and assigned shifts;

· Willingness to work with unpaid volunteers who will be performing the same functions as paid personnel;

· Willingness to assist in training activities for both paid and volunteer personnel;

· Willingness to maintain vehicles, equipment and station house in good condition;

· Willingness to maintain physical conditioning commensurate with the demands of the position.

The noise level is normally moderate, but will be elevated when sirens are operating.

Employees will work primarily at a station house, on a medical scene, in an ambulance or at a hospital.

· Completion of high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; and,

· Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and an acceptable driving record.

· Highly Desirable: Two (2) years full time work experience as an EMT (or four (4) years as a volunteer).

All licenses and certifications must be valid at time of application, hiring and throughout employment. Maintenance of these valid licenses is a condition of employment.

At the time of appointment and during employment, EMT's must meet the medical and physical standards established by the EMS Department. Incumbent EMT's must continue to meet or exceed all requirements for maintenance of State of Connecticut EMT certification during employment with the Town.

Employees must reside in Enfield or within 25 miles of the Enfield border within one (1) year from date of appointment.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position.

[1] This position is considered an exempt salaried position and, therefore, ineligible to earn overtime.

[2] The salary for this position is subject to periodical change as determined by the Town Council.

[3] The salary for this position is subject to periodical change as determined by the Town Council.