Firefighter

The City of Lenexa, Kansas Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Firefighters. The City of Lenexa is a progressive, dynamic and growing community located in Johnson County, Kansas. The department is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International and has been awarded the highest public protection classification rating by the Insurance Services Office. The firefighter position is a non-standard, rotating work, shift schedule (nine 24 hour shifts in a 27-day work period), requiring weekend and holiday work.

Why come work for us? Our employees are dedicated to the Citys core values integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in and roll up our sleeves to deliver exceptional customer service. Working for the City of Lenexa is more than a job. You will be trained, supported and valued. Youll make a difference in the community, work alongside talented people, have leadership support, and work in a stable and positive work environment. We value work-life balance and will provide you with the resources to succeed in your position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age at time of employment offer
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Valid drivers license with insurable driving record throughout employment
• Firefighter I and II certificates and EMT certification
• Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification
• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 1 year of application
• Fire Service Entrance Exam (FSEE) minimum score of 70%

Information for CPAT and FSEE opportunities can be found at the following links:

CPAT or https://www.jccc.edu/academics/credit/fire-science/ce-fire-science-cpat.html

FSEE or https://www.jccc.edu/academics/credit/fire-science/fire-science-entrance-exam.html

MCC or https://www.mcckc.edu/firescience

Hiring Process

The application and certifications must be submitted by February 16, 2024 at 5pm CST.

• Structured in-person panel interviews will be scheduled from February 19 - February 23, 2024. Consideration will be given for candidates who live more than 2 hours away.
• Candidates selected to move forward to the next step in the process will be contacted and scheduled for a fire department company activity February 26 or February 27, 2024.
• Fire Chief interviews will be completed as part of the company activity February 26 or February 27, 2024.

Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment psychological evaluation, physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

Compensation and Benefits
Starting Salary for Firefighters is $53,000/year, Firefighter Paramedic is $58,300/year. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• A pension plan via the KP&F Retirement fund
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum of 112 hours of vacation during first year of employment
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of parental leave at full pay
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
• Free employee membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

To view the entire job description including the environment and physical factors, click here.

To Apply
Applications are only accepted online and must include both a resume AND minimum qualification certifications. Your application should include education and certifications, as well as previous employment history. Application and certification submission deadline is February 16, 2024 at 5pm CST.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.