City of Dickinson, ND
FIRE FIGHTER/EMT
City of Dickinson, ND, Dickinson, North Dakota, United States, 58601
Salary:
$53,725.00 Annually
Location :
Dickinson, ND
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
00406
Department:
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date:
09/18/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Job Description
Join our team as a
Firefighter/EMT
and play a critical role in protecting our community! We are looking for motivated individuals ready to take on fire suppression, emergency response, and fire prevention duties.
Salary:
$53,725. per year, depending on qualificationsSchedule:
Rotating 24-hour (48/96) shift
Key Responsibilities:Perform fire suppression duties, including search and rescue, and hazardous materials response. Assist in vehicle extrication and technical rescue operations. Participate in fire prevention activities, inspections, and public safety efforts. Work with other firefighters and paramedics in high-stress, emergency situations. Maintain firefighting equipment, EMS gear, and fire department facilities. Conduct hydrant testing and collaborate with city utilities on fire safety. Complete detailed reports on patient care and fire incidents.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Valid ND Driver's License. Must obtain the following certifications within one year of hire:
ProBoard/IFSAC Fire Fighter I ProBoard/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations National Registry EMT-B & ND EMT License NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 BlueCard Command Certification AHA BLS Provider Level
What we offer:80%-100% City-paid health insurance; optional dental, vision, and life insurance 13 paid holidays NDPERS retirement, with an optional 457 retirement plan Annual sick and vacation leave, 13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid emergency closure leave 50% off membership for employees & family at our Community Center in town (West River Community Center) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement & much more!
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a R esume and Cover Letter, on . This position is open until filled, with the first review of applications as they come in. Applicants must be available October 14th and 15th, 2024. For more information, contact Human Resources at 701-456-7033.
Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply today and become part of a dedicated team.
The City of Dickinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EMPLOYER-PAID BENEFITS
Vacation
On a sliding scale based on tenure with the City, 96 hours annual accrual for years 1-5.Sick Leave
96 hours annual accrual
Employees are permitted to use up to 16 hours per year of Sick Leave accrual as Personal Leave.
Longevity Pay
Sliding scale based on tenure with City (After 5 years of Service). Paid annually.Bereavement Pay
3 days per occurrence; up to 9 days per year with supervisor approval.Shift Differential Compensation
o Additional hourly compensation for non-exempt employees working regularly scheduled hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.Weather & Emergency Closure Leave
Up to 8 hours of pay for a declared event for scheduled staff. Premium pay for essential staff required to work.Tuition Reimbursement
A maximum of $1500.00 will be available to any one employee per semester (or semester equivalent).Paid Holidays
12 holidays plus one day for birthday.
Holidays are: New Year's, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
8 free confidential counseling sessions for employees & their dependents provided by CHI St. Alexius.
EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE SHARED-COST BENEFITS
Health Insurance
NDPERS (Sanford Health Plan) - 80% employer-paid/20% employee-paid
Monthly Employee Share: 7/1/23 - 6/30/25 (Rate increase expected 7/1/25)
Family - $408.50/month / Single - $168.99/month
For every 1 year employed by the City of Dickinson, the City will pay an additional 1% of your health insurance
(If you're employed with the City for 20 years, your insurance would be 100% paid)Flexible Spending Account
HealthEquity Medical Flex Spending Account - The City puts $450.00 into a Medical Spending Account annually for Full-Time employees for out-of-pocket medical costs. (Pro-rated for PT Regular employees)Defined Benefit Hybrid Regular Retirement Plan
NDPERS - Employee contributes 7% of compensation; Employer contributes 9.26%. (Mandatory Participation)Defined Benefit Hybrid Public Safety Retirement Plan
(Mandatory - For Sworn Law Enforcement & Fire Suppression Personnel Only)
NDPERS - Employee contributes 5.5% of compensation; Employer contributes 9..16%Principal Life Insurance/AD&D
The City provides Term Life Insurance for employees & pays half the premium; Employee share is $5.61/month for $60,000 Life Insurance/AD&D.
Additional cost for insuring dependents; $.94/month for $5,000 life coverage for Spouse & $2,500 coverage for Children 6 months & older, $1,000 coverage for children less than 6 months.
Supplemental Life Insurance option.
EMPLOYEE-PAID BENEFITS
West River Community Center Membership
50% Discount on Annual MembershipHealthEquity Flexible Spending Account
Medical Spending Account - pre-tax (2024 maximum allowed - $3,050)
Daycare Expenses - pre-tax (2024 maximum allowed - $5,000)
Principal/VSP Vision Insurance pre--tax
Employee Only - $9.80/month
Employee + Spouse - $16.50/month
Employee + Children - $16.83/month
Family - $26.63/month
Principal Dental Low Plan ($1000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
Employee Only - $31.02/month
Employee + Spouse - $62.48/month
Employee + Child(ren) - $76.47/month
Family- $115.18/month
Principal Dental High Plan ($2000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
Employee Only - $39.11/month
Employee + Spouse - $79.39/month
Employee + Child(ren) - $93.61/month
Family- $142.30/month
457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
- Roth or Pre-Tax Option.
Aflac
- Pre-tax & Post-tax supplemental Insurance benefits such as: Short Term Disability, Cancer Care, Accident, etc.
FEDERAL & STATE MANDATED BENEFITS
Worker's Compensation, Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) & COBRA.Civil Service Status upon successful completion of the probationary period.
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$53,725.00 Annually
Location :
Dickinson, ND
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
00406
Department:
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date:
09/18/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Job Description
Join our team as a
Firefighter/EMT
and play a critical role in protecting our community! We are looking for motivated individuals ready to take on fire suppression, emergency response, and fire prevention duties.
Salary:
$53,725. per year, depending on qualificationsSchedule:
Rotating 24-hour (48/96) shift
Key Responsibilities:Perform fire suppression duties, including search and rescue, and hazardous materials response. Assist in vehicle extrication and technical rescue operations. Participate in fire prevention activities, inspections, and public safety efforts. Work with other firefighters and paramedics in high-stress, emergency situations. Maintain firefighting equipment, EMS gear, and fire department facilities. Conduct hydrant testing and collaborate with city utilities on fire safety. Complete detailed reports on patient care and fire incidents.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Valid ND Driver's License. Must obtain the following certifications within one year of hire:
ProBoard/IFSAC Fire Fighter I ProBoard/IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations National Registry EMT-B & ND EMT License NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 BlueCard Command Certification AHA BLS Provider Level
What we offer:80%-100% City-paid health insurance; optional dental, vision, and life insurance 13 paid holidays NDPERS retirement, with an optional 457 retirement plan Annual sick and vacation leave, 13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid emergency closure leave 50% off membership for employees & family at our Community Center in town (West River Community Center) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement & much more!
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a R esume and Cover Letter, on . This position is open until filled, with the first review of applications as they come in. Applicants must be available October 14th and 15th, 2024. For more information, contact Human Resources at 701-456-7033.
Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply today and become part of a dedicated team.
The City of Dickinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EMPLOYER-PAID BENEFITS
Vacation
On a sliding scale based on tenure with the City, 96 hours annual accrual for years 1-5.Sick Leave
96 hours annual accrual
Employees are permitted to use up to 16 hours per year of Sick Leave accrual as Personal Leave.
Longevity Pay
Sliding scale based on tenure with City (After 5 years of Service). Paid annually.Bereavement Pay
3 days per occurrence; up to 9 days per year with supervisor approval.Shift Differential Compensation
o Additional hourly compensation for non-exempt employees working regularly scheduled hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM.Weather & Emergency Closure Leave
Up to 8 hours of pay for a declared event for scheduled staff. Premium pay for essential staff required to work.Tuition Reimbursement
A maximum of $1500.00 will be available to any one employee per semester (or semester equivalent).Paid Holidays
12 holidays plus one day for birthday.
Holidays are: New Year's, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
8 free confidential counseling sessions for employees & their dependents provided by CHI St. Alexius.
EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE SHARED-COST BENEFITS
Health Insurance
NDPERS (Sanford Health Plan) - 80% employer-paid/20% employee-paid
Monthly Employee Share: 7/1/23 - 6/30/25 (Rate increase expected 7/1/25)
Family - $408.50/month / Single - $168.99/month
For every 1 year employed by the City of Dickinson, the City will pay an additional 1% of your health insurance
(If you're employed with the City for 20 years, your insurance would be 100% paid)Flexible Spending Account
HealthEquity Medical Flex Spending Account - The City puts $450.00 into a Medical Spending Account annually for Full-Time employees for out-of-pocket medical costs. (Pro-rated for PT Regular employees)Defined Benefit Hybrid Regular Retirement Plan
NDPERS - Employee contributes 7% of compensation; Employer contributes 9.26%. (Mandatory Participation)Defined Benefit Hybrid Public Safety Retirement Plan
(Mandatory - For Sworn Law Enforcement & Fire Suppression Personnel Only)
NDPERS - Employee contributes 5.5% of compensation; Employer contributes 9..16%Principal Life Insurance/AD&D
The City provides Term Life Insurance for employees & pays half the premium; Employee share is $5.61/month for $60,000 Life Insurance/AD&D.
Additional cost for insuring dependents; $.94/month for $5,000 life coverage for Spouse & $2,500 coverage for Children 6 months & older, $1,000 coverage for children less than 6 months.
Supplemental Life Insurance option.
EMPLOYEE-PAID BENEFITS
West River Community Center Membership
50% Discount on Annual MembershipHealthEquity Flexible Spending Account
Medical Spending Account - pre-tax (2024 maximum allowed - $3,050)
Daycare Expenses - pre-tax (2024 maximum allowed - $5,000)
Principal/VSP Vision Insurance pre--tax
Employee Only - $9.80/month
Employee + Spouse - $16.50/month
Employee + Children - $16.83/month
Family - $26.63/month
Principal Dental Low Plan ($1000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
Employee Only - $31.02/month
Employee + Spouse - $62.48/month
Employee + Child(ren) - $76.47/month
Family- $115.18/month
Principal Dental High Plan ($2000 per person, per plan year) pre-tax
Employee Only - $39.11/month
Employee + Spouse - $79.39/month
Employee + Child(ren) - $93.61/month
Family- $142.30/month
457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
- Roth or Pre-Tax Option.
Aflac
- Pre-tax & Post-tax supplemental Insurance benefits such as: Short Term Disability, Cancer Care, Accident, etc.
FEDERAL & STATE MANDATED BENEFITS
Worker's Compensation, Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) & COBRA.Civil Service Status upon successful completion of the probationary period.
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
YesNo
02
By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers.
Yes, I understand
03
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.
Yes, I understand
Required Question