Job Overview
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Open competitive examination for Grade C Firefighter/Paramedic or Firefighter/EMT in the City of West Haven Fire Deptartment Allingtown. Starting salary is $948.40 per week, medical benefits and 401K,
Applications are available @Firefighterapp.com starting June 15, 2020 and must be be received on or before July 10, 2020, by 4 p.m.
Saturday, July 18, 2020, 9:00 a.m., at University of New Haven, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516. The exact campus location for the test will be sent once the application period has closed.
The Department reserves the right to limit the number of candidates invited to participate in the Oral Board Interview examination based on number of applicants who pass the written exam.
This is a non –supervisory position for the protection of life and property through the prevention and extinguishment of fires. Employees are responsible for performing fire suppression, fire prevention, EMS work and operation of fire equipment and apparatus. This candidate at the time of hire will have active Paramedic or EMT certification, maintaining medical control through New Haven Sponsor Hospital and National Registry certification for 20 years of service. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures and follows instruction from supervisors. Duties also include maintenance of fire service equipment, apparatus, and fire station quarters. Inspections of structures and engaging in fire prevention. Works a rotating shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Learn to work under the supervision and direction of all shift commanders.
Perform life safety duties associated with being a State of CT certified Paramedic or EMT. Firefighter will participate in regular, on the job training and practical drills. Must attend all CME's, PALS, ACLS, EPC, PHTLS, Skill sessions, refreshers, etc, which are given by New Haven Sponsor Hospital and maintain their own record.
A good social and general intelligence; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to learn fire prevention and firefighting routines; ability to think quickly and effectively in emergencies; good mechanical aptitude; mental alertness. Must be able to learn and drive any applicable apparatus within the fire department. Must obtain a 2Q State of CT drivers license before completion of probationary period and maintain license while employed as a firefighter. No appointment to the position of firefighter shall be deemed final and permanent until the expiration of the probationary period.
Candidate must have either a high school diploma or a G.E.D.
Applicants must, at the time of said examination, have reached their 21st birthday, and be in good physical condition with weight in proportion to height, to include physical fitness profile that meets the below listed requirements.
Body Composition:
Applicants shall be weighed accordingly, immediately before appointment to conform to the above. Applicants shall submit to a complete medical examination, the scope and contents to be determined by the City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown. Applicants must also sign an agreement that they will not participate in the purchase, usage, or sale of any illegal drugs or narcotics. They will not use any tobacco products at all including chew during the tenure of their employment. Applicants will have the usage of computers and they shall abide by the rules of the computer use policy.
Applicants must be a citizen of the United States and upon employment reside in the City of West Haven or within 25 miles of the City of West Haven limits.
There will be an Applications fee of $95.00 which is non-refundable along with the following:
The City of West Haven Fire Department - Allingtown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to MEsposito@cityofwesthavenfd.org
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.