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Salary: $5,359.49 MonthlyLocation : Stevens Point, WIJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2024 - 01Department: FireOpening Date: 07/23/2024Closing Date: 9/30/2024 4:00 PM CentralSummary of JobThe Stevens Point Fire Department is now accepting applications for Firefighter /Paramedic candidates. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies. The purpose of this position is to respond to emergencies and perform suppression activities, rescue work, hazardous materials response, and advanced life-support emergency medical services. Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic transfers may be considered and placed at the appropriate step level dependent upon qualifications, years of service, and approval by the Police and Fire Commission. Attach a cover letter, resume, and the following certifications to your application:CPAT Certificate (dated within 1 year at the time of condition job offer)National Registry Paramedic Certification or proof of enrollment in Paramedic school, including anticipated graduation date.State of Wisconsin or IFSAC accredited equivalent Firefighter CertificationsAny other pertinent certifications. Tasks Routinely Performed Responds to Fire and / or EMS calls to rescue individuals from emergency situations. Assisting them with resolving their emergent situation.Respond to calls and perform suppression, exposure protection, containment, ventilation, salvage, and overhaul operations.Maintains a state of readiness of facilities, vehicles, apparatus, and equipment by inspections, cleaning, testing, and maintenance.Respond to emergency medical calls and provide service within the constraints of the department's protocol and up to level of training.Function within an assigned role in an incident management system.Participate in drills and attend training exercises in fire fighting, equipment, hazardous materials, rescue, and emergency medical skills; successfully complete training programs in all phases of duties and responsibilities.Perform technical rescues such as high/low angle, confined space, trench, collapse, extrication, and ice/water.Respond to emergencies involving hazardous materials, and work within the level of training.Perform prevention and public education programs including public speaking and conducting classes in such topics as extinguisher usage, drills, and CPR/First-Aid.Interact with the public performing essential non-emergency duties such as prevention inspections, public education, and injury prevention education.Respond to non-emergency calls for assistance and safely perform assigned functions required to assist the public, including but not limited to providing information, lifting assistance.Perform routine maintenance and janitorial duties on buildings and grounds of the department.Perform inspection, maintenance, and cleaning on all emergency and non-emergency equipment and apparatus. Perform general maintenance work and upkeep of department property, facilities, equipment, apparatus and vehicles as directed.Perform related work as required.Qualifications Firefighters are appointed by the Chief from the eligibility list established by the Police and Fire Commission. New recruits shall serve a 12-24 month probationary period with the reservation that at any time during the 12-24 month probationary period, they may be removed from the Department. Must be at least 18 years of age.Must have a High School Diploma or GED-HSEC.Must Have a valid Wisconsin Driver's License at date of hire.Must have US citizenship, at date of hire.Must have a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) dated within 1 year at the time of conditional job offer.Must be a NREMT-Paramedic or obtain within 1 year of date of hire and be eligible for a WI Paramedic License. Paramedic students are encouraged to apply. If paramedic student, please include anticipated graduation date.Must have a Wisconsin Firefighter 1 certification or IFSAC accredited equivalent Firefighter 1 certification at date of hire.Must have a Wisconsin Firefighter 2 certification or IFSAC accredited equivalent certification within 1 year of date of hire. Essential Knowledge & Skills Ability to wear a respirator, to include Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.Ability to distinguish color within NFPA standards 1582.Ability to drive and operate fire apparatus, ambulances, and other department vehicles; properly utilize equipment for extrication of persons trapped in vehicles or buildings.Maintain knowledge of streets, addresses, water supply and pre-plans within the City of Stevens Point.Thorough knowledge of all firefighting and emergency techniques and procedures authorized by the Stevens Point Fire Department.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and non-verbally, written or electronic. Specifically, having the ability to accurately document fire reports, fire prevention inspection reports and patient care reports.Ability to keep accurate records and use state of the art technology.Ability to read and interpret technical written materials, codes, ordinances, standards, protocols, and department policies.Ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, the public and City personnel.Physical ability and endurance to efficiently, and effectively perform strenuous physical labor in threatening and stressful situations.Ability to obtain and maintain certifications and licensure as required by the position and the department.Ability to recognize and protect possible evidence at a fire scene and assist in determining origin and cause.Thorough knowledge of the uses, maintenance requirements and locations of all firefighting and emergency equipment, tools, and apparatus used by the department.The City of Stevens Point provides an excellent benefit package.01 Which best describes your level of education? High School Diploma or Equivalent. Some College. Associate's Degree. Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree. 02 If you are a college graduate, list degree with area of study. 03 Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age? Yes No 04 Do you possess, or have the ability to possess, a valid driver's license issued by the state of Wisconsin? Yes, I have a valid WI driver's license I have a valid driver's license issued by a state other than WI and have the ability to obtain a valid WI driver's license No, I do not have the ability to obtain a valid WI driver's license 05 Do you have a criminal conviction that would limit your ability to hold an EMS license? Yes No 06 Do you possess a State of Wisconsin EMT-Paramedic license? Yes No I possess an EMT-Paramedic license from a state other than Wisconsin 07 Are you a Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedic? Yes No No, I am currently enrolled in a paramedic course 08 If you do not meet the requirement of being a Nationally Registered and State of Wisconsin licensed EMT-Paramedic, but are enrolled in a paramedic course, when will the course be completed? (Answer format MM/YYYY 09 Do you possess Firefighter I certification (WTCS Board or IFSAC Accredited)? Yes No I am currently enrolled in a firefighter course 10 If you are enrolled in a firefighter course when will the course be completed.(Answer format MM/YYYY) 11 Do you have the ability to wear respirators to include self-contained breathing apparatus? Yes No 12 I understand and agree that from the date of hire with the City of Stevens Point Fire Department, I will not smoke, chew, or use any tobacco product(s) on or off duty during the duration of my employment. Furthermore, if I do smoke, chew, or use any tobacco product(s) at any time while employed with the Department, I will be subject to dismissal for cause. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 13 The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application/cover letter/resume. Please be honest and as accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing the supplemental evaluation, you are attesting that the information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "SEE RESUME" is NOT an acceptable response to questions. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 14 Release of InformationThis release and authorization acknowledges that employment is contingent on passing a background check and that the employer may now, or at any time while I am employed, conduct a verification of my education, previous employment/work history, credit history, contact personal references, motor vehicle records, conduct drug testing and receive any criminal history record information pertaining to me that may be in the files of any Federal, State, and/or Local criminal justice agency, and to verify any other information deemed necessary to fulfill the job requirements. The result of this verification process will be used to determine employment eligibility. A conviction will not automatically disqualify me from employment but will be evaluated as to how the offense relates to the position I have applied for or currently hold.I have read and understand this release and consent, and I authorize the background verification. I authorize persons, schools, current and former employees, and other organizations and agencies to provide this potential employer with all information that may be requested. I hereby release all of the persons and agencies providing such information from any and all claims and damages connected with their release of any requested information. I agree that any copy of this document is as valid as the original.I do hereby agree to forever release and discharge this employer, and their associates to the full extent permitted by law from any claim, damages, losses, liabilities, costs and expenses, or any other charge or complaint filed with any agency arising from the retrieving and reporting of information. According to the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am entitled to know if employment was denied based on information obtained by my prospective employer and to receive, upon written request, a disclosure of the public record information and of the nature and scope of the investigative report.To provide consent, please select respond "YES" below. To provide evidence of consent, a second confirmation is necessary. Please enter your initials below. Required Question

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