Firefighter Recruit

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Firefighter Recruit
Prescott Fire Department
Hiring Range: $17.82 to $22.28
(This is based on a 56-hour workweek schedule)
New employees: hourly rate starts at the beginning of the pay range.
Pay Grade: 110-S
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Full Pay Range: $17.82 to $26.74
Deadline to Apply: 12/14/2023
Training and Experience:
The following certifications are required to apply for this opportunity. Proof of these certifications is required, please upload during the application process:

• Firefighter I & II certification through a state, federal, or accredited agency (EX: AZ, IFSAC, DOD OR PRO BOARD)
• Hazardous Materials for 1st Responders
• EMT-B (or higher) certification; NREMT certifications can be converted
• A current Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) within 1 year of application deadline

Preferred certification, but not required.

• Basic Wildland Firefighter

Special Requirements:

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Must meet NFPA 1582 standards for medical and physical fitness
• Must possess a valid Arizona motor vehicle operator's license
• High school diploma or GED required

Candidate(s) of choice must pass a drug test prior to being placed in the position, and as a condition of employment, must successfully pass a criminal background check, psychological and physical evaluation.
Essential Duties (Including but not limited to):

• Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose and performing fire suppression tasks
• Performs emergency first aid and other emergency aid tasks
• Participates in regular training, drills, and classes related to all aspects of emergency response and mitigation
• Participates in all aspects of fire prevention and inspections
• Maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities
• Work includes significant public contact, including presenting public education programs in the community
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Professional firefighting methods, practices, procedures
• Fire suppression and prevention methods, fire behavior and fire chemistry; principles, methods, techniques, and practices of hazardous material control/clean-up
• Knowledge of first aid, CPR and other basic and/or advanced emergency medical care techniques and methods
• Knowledge of streets, addresses, and locations throughout the City and local area and area geography and water systems and the location of hydrants or other water sources
• Knowledge of the use and purpose of a variety of specialized equipment, tools, and apparatus used in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical assistance, hazardous materials and tactical rescue situations
• Knowledge of principles of fluid hydraulics and maintaining nozzle pressure; proper documentation practices for medical emergency supplies, equipment, and apparatus
• Knowledge of duties and responsibilities of each firefighter on shift
• Knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and repair of all equipment
• Knowledge of trauma and medical emergency
• Knowledge of drug administration and drug calculations
• Skill in Responding rapidly and appropriately to emergency situations
• Skill in operating fire apparatus, pumps, and related equipment used in fire suppression operations
• Skill in applying emergency medical assistance, including CPR and first aid; performing strenuous work under adverse conditions for an extended period of time
• Skill in the safe and proper operation of equipment and tools
• Skill in remaining calm under adverse conditions, making sound judgments concerning life and property under pressure
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with business owners/managers, other Fire department staff, and the public
• Ability to sufficiently meet NFPA 1001 and 1582 standards
• Ability to effectively and safely perform duties, operate required vehicles, equipment, and machines
• Ability to read handwritten, and typewritten material
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in person, over the radio, and telephone

Selection Process (To establish eligibility list):
Written Exam and Video Interview:

• The City of Prescott Fire Department will administer an online examination and video interview as the first step in the testing process. Once your application and credentials are reviewed, a link will be emailed to the applicant
• The deadline to submit the online examination and video upload is December 22, 2023
• Please contact the City of Prescott Human Resources Department with questions
• Testing reviewed and notification of oral boards December 29, 2023

Interview Process:

• Candidates selected during the written and video portion will be invited to an in-person interview during the week of January 2-5, 2024
• Final Fire Chief's interviews will be held January 8th and 9th, 2024, for candidates considered for placement on the eligibility list

Employee Core Beliefs
City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.
Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email:
Website:
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213
MAJOR BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME 56 HOUR REGULAR EMPLOYEES: 224 hours paid time off; Ten paid holidays and one floating holiday; Employee Health and Life Insurance; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability and Retirement benefits; PROBATION: An established probationary period must be satisfactorily served by each employee. NOTE: When advised, reasonable accommodation will be made for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.