City of West Fargo, ND
Firefighter/EMT
City of West Fargo, ND, West Fargo, North Dakota, United States, 58078
Salary :
$52,538.00 Annually
Location :
West Fargo Fire Department
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
00102
Department:
Fire
Opening Date:
10/15/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Firefighter serves as a team member to carry out fire suppression and technical rescue, medical emergency response, fire prevention and hazardous material emergency response activities. The Firefighter also performs various maintenance activities on fire equipment and fire station facilities.
Examples Of Duties
Responds to emergency and non-emergency situations including fires, medical injuries and illness; hazardous materials spills; technical rescues such as river, trench, rope rescues, and auto, train and aircraft extrication; false alarms; flooding; and other situations, and carries out specific assigned duties such as connecting hoses, operating equipment, emergency vehicle driving and operation, positioning ladders, rescuing victims, and providing basic life support care as allowed as an EMT. Directs volunteers at emergency situations, when necessary, until additional responders arrive on the scene, or as assigned. Conducts fire prevention inspections of public buildings andlocal businesses requiring application of national fire codes and City standards. Works independently or as part of a team. Establishes relationship with building managers to effectively communicate fire codes and safety procedures. Identifies deficiencies, completes appropriate paperwork, references fire codes and notes explanations for property owners. Initiates corrective action according to established procedures. Creates rough drawings for every structure investigated and submits these to office staff to input into computer system. Conducts follow-up inspections and forwards violations to Fire Prevention Bureau. Cleans and maintains equipment in a state of readiness and performs maintenance to prolong the useful life of expensive equipment. Performs routine checks and maintenance of department equipment
Performs general fire station building and grounds maintenance as required. Maintains personal protective gear and requests replacements when the functionality of equipment is compromised. Participates in and/or conducts training exercises, demonstrations and instruction to prepare for emergency situations. Provides on-the-job training, mentoring, and some work direction to new firefighters. Performs public relations and education activities, including fire station tours. Gives presentations, demonstrations and instruction on fire and safety procedures to schools, community groups and other interested parties. Takes fire trucks to schools, block parties, and other events as scheduled. Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
Frequently interacts with others in the work unit, the public, vendors or across departments to exchange detailed and/or technical information. Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Approved state or national accredited (IFSAC or ProBoard) Firefighter I & II certification that conforms to NFPA 1001 (2008 or 2013 Standards) or ability to gain certification within 12 months of hire.Current NREMT Certification as an Emergency Medical Tech (EMT) or ability to gain certification within 12 months of hire.Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.Valid drivers license.
Supplemental Information
2024/2025 Firefighter Recruit Hiring Round
Please be advised, we are taking applications to be considered for 2025 openings. We will hire off the list that is made from this process.
Phase 1 - Application:
To be considered for this hiring round, your online application must be submitted by November 15th, 2024. If you meet the position qualifications, you will move on to phase 2 and receive additional communications on next steps after the posting closes.
Phase 2 - Testing:
The written test must be passed with a 70% or higher score. We are tentatively scheduling the written test for November 20th & the physical agility testing for December 3rd. You must pass the written & physical testing, and a background check.
You will be notified by December 5th if you qualified to be interviewed.
Phase 3 - Panel Interview:
Qualifying candidates will participate in the panel interview process on Tuesday, December 10th, 2024. (time TBD)
Retirement: Defined Contribution Plan or NDPERS Pension if eligibleHigh Deductible Health InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution MatchDental InsuranceVision InsuranceFlexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending AccountsLong Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceVacation AccrualsSick AccrualsPersonal Days
$52,538.00 Annually
Location :
West Fargo Fire Department
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
00102
Department:
Fire
Opening Date:
10/15/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Firefighter serves as a team member to carry out fire suppression and technical rescue, medical emergency response, fire prevention and hazardous material emergency response activities. The Firefighter also performs various maintenance activities on fire equipment and fire station facilities.
Examples Of Duties
Responds to emergency and non-emergency situations including fires, medical injuries and illness; hazardous materials spills; technical rescues such as river, trench, rope rescues, and auto, train and aircraft extrication; false alarms; flooding; and other situations, and carries out specific assigned duties such as connecting hoses, operating equipment, emergency vehicle driving and operation, positioning ladders, rescuing victims, and providing basic life support care as allowed as an EMT. Directs volunteers at emergency situations, when necessary, until additional responders arrive on the scene, or as assigned. Conducts fire prevention inspections of public buildings andlocal businesses requiring application of national fire codes and City standards. Works independently or as part of a team. Establishes relationship with building managers to effectively communicate fire codes and safety procedures. Identifies deficiencies, completes appropriate paperwork, references fire codes and notes explanations for property owners. Initiates corrective action according to established procedures. Creates rough drawings for every structure investigated and submits these to office staff to input into computer system. Conducts follow-up inspections and forwards violations to Fire Prevention Bureau. Cleans and maintains equipment in a state of readiness and performs maintenance to prolong the useful life of expensive equipment. Performs routine checks and maintenance of department equipment
Performs general fire station building and grounds maintenance as required. Maintains personal protective gear and requests replacements when the functionality of equipment is compromised. Participates in and/or conducts training exercises, demonstrations and instruction to prepare for emergency situations. Provides on-the-job training, mentoring, and some work direction to new firefighters. Performs public relations and education activities, including fire station tours. Gives presentations, demonstrations and instruction on fire and safety procedures to schools, community groups and other interested parties. Takes fire trucks to schools, block parties, and other events as scheduled. Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
Frequently interacts with others in the work unit, the public, vendors or across departments to exchange detailed and/or technical information. Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Approved state or national accredited (IFSAC or ProBoard) Firefighter I & II certification that conforms to NFPA 1001 (2008 or 2013 Standards) or ability to gain certification within 12 months of hire.Current NREMT Certification as an Emergency Medical Tech (EMT) or ability to gain certification within 12 months of hire.Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.Valid drivers license.
Supplemental Information
2024/2025 Firefighter Recruit Hiring Round
Please be advised, we are taking applications to be considered for 2025 openings. We will hire off the list that is made from this process.
Phase 1 - Application:
To be considered for this hiring round, your online application must be submitted by November 15th, 2024. If you meet the position qualifications, you will move on to phase 2 and receive additional communications on next steps after the posting closes.
Phase 2 - Testing:
The written test must be passed with a 70% or higher score. We are tentatively scheduling the written test for November 20th & the physical agility testing for December 3rd. You must pass the written & physical testing, and a background check.
You will be notified by December 5th if you qualified to be interviewed.
Phase 3 - Panel Interview:
Qualifying candidates will participate in the panel interview process on Tuesday, December 10th, 2024. (time TBD)
Retirement: Defined Contribution Plan or NDPERS Pension if eligibleHigh Deductible Health InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution MatchDental InsuranceVision InsuranceFlexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending AccountsLong Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceVacation AccrualsSick AccrualsPersonal Days