Firefighter

Firefighter Eligibility List

Salary Range: $57,900 - $70,562

Application Deadline: June 8th, 2024

Full-Time Benefited

The City of Laramie is accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for entry level Firefighters for positions that may arise in the next year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• 19 years of age.
• United States citizenship.
• Excellent physical condition is required.
• Must pass a written and physical test, medical exam, drug test and background check.
• Possession of Wyoming EMT or National Registry EMT certification at time of hire.

FURTHER DETAILS:

1. EDUCATION - High school graduation or equivalent. By equivalent it is meant General Education Development (GED) accepted at the discretion of the Civil Service Commission and the Fire Chief; or combination of sufficient experience and training.

2. AGE - Applicants shall be at least 19 years of age.

3. CITIZENSHIP - Applicant must be a citizen of the United States or a legal resident alien. Previous residence in Laramie is not required; however, residence must be established and maintained if appointed. (Within thirty (30) miles of Fire Station #1)

4. HEALTH - Excellent physical condition is required. All applicants will be required to have a physical and laboratory examination before appointment. The laboratory evaluation will include a drug screening. The applicant's eyesight must meet FAA Vision Standards and must also have normal depth perception.

5. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION - This examination is conducted by Fire Department physician. Defects which cannot be reasonably accommodated and would bar the applicant from firefighting work will disqualify the applicant. The City of Laramie reserves the right to require any special or technical examinations. The expense of this examination is paid for by the City of Laramie.

6. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION - A background investigation including employment and pre-employment records; records of complaint, arrest, trial and/or convictions for alleged or actual violations of law, including criminal, civil and/or traffic records, whether the records are of a public, private, or confidential nature, will be completed upon an offer of appointment being made.

7. PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE TEST - All applicants will be required to pass a physical performance test (CPAT) as part of the testing process.

9. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION - Applicants are appointed to the Fire Department only after taking a written competitive examination. The top 40 candidates will qualify for admittance to the physical examination with a passing score of at least 70%. Upon successful completion of the physical examination, an oral interview will be scheduled. An average score of 75% is required for those taking both the written and oral examinations. Applicants passing both the written and oral examinations are placed on an eligibility list certified by the Fire Civil Service Commission. Selections and appointments are the prerogative of the Fire Chief from the top five applicants appearing on the eligibility list. The list will be valid for two years.

10.PROMOTIONS - The ranks of Equipment Operator, Company Officer, Shift Commander/Division Chief and Fire Chief are all positions above the rank of Firefighter. Firefighters have the opportunity for promotion to higher positions from written and performance examinations.

11. WORKING HOURS - The Fire Department operates under a 56 hour work week for shift personnel. The firefighter is expected to be on duty starting at 0800 for two 24 hour shifts, comprising a tour of 48 consecutive hours. The firefighter is then "off duty" for a 96 hour period. Firefighters are also subject to emergency call back while on their off duty time.

12. UNIFORMS - Firefighters are provided their complete uniform issue as set forth in the department manual. Uniform cleaning is paid for by the City of Laramie.

13. ADVANTAGES OF THE POSITION
Security resting solely upon satisfactory performance and good behavior.

• Pension plan payable at 50 years of age
• Sick leave benefits with pay
• Annual vacation
• Opportunity for advancement
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Deferred compensation
• Days off and extra pay for holidays

Here are the dates for testing, there will be email reminders sent out as it gets closer to testing. The Training Center is located at 2451 County Shop Road, the Municipal Operations Center is 4373 North 3rd Street and the Annex Conference Room is located at 405 East Grand Avenue.

June 8th: 9:30 am, CPAT Practice @ Training Center
June 15th: 9:30 am, CPAT Practice @ Training Center
June 17th: 8:30 am, Written Exam @ Municipal Operations Center
June 17th: 1 pm, CPAT Final @ Training Center
June 21st and 22nd: 8-5 pm, Interviews @ Annex Conference Room
Candidates who successfully pass the CPAT and written exam will be invited to interview on June 21st and 22nd.

**Testing Resources: CPAT Guide, Written Exam Study Material (We will use the IO Solutions FST written exam)**

Applicants who are offered an appointment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening test and driver license check.

The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.