Requirements
Description
**Firefighter Applications Are Now Being Accepted for the 78th Recruit Academy**
The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All of our actions are guided by our commitment to and measured by our success in building public trust and the future we and the community desire. Critical to our success is maintaining a work environment that fosters employee commitment to public service and making a difference in the lives of our residents. If this sounds like a purpose that you would like to share, please consider the opportunity below.
Hiring Salary: $43,214.00 Full Salary Range: $43,214.00- $52,632.00
The City of Greensboro Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the 78th Recruit Academy. Recruit training for the 78th Academy will be an intense 24-week program of fire and EMT, This program demands high academic performance, daily rigorous physical activity, weight training, aerobic activities, periodic assessments on the physical abilities course, etc. Candidates must successfully complete all required physical training. Failure to do so at any point during the training period will result in termination. Upon successful completion of the training program, recruits will be assigned to a fire company (4-5 personnel) within the Emergency Services Division and serve a six-month probationary period. The normal work schedule once assigned to Emergency Services will consist of one day (24 hours) on-duty followed by two days (48 hours) off-duty. Candidates must be in excellent health and have no conditions which would restrict their ability to perform these duties safely. These conditions must be met at the time of application and maintained throughout the application process. No residency requirements presently exist. This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum age: 18 (at the time you apply)
Must have a valid driver`s license from state of residence, with a reasonable driving record and NO DWI convictions within 3 years of applying
Must pass the Firefighters Abilities Test (FFAT), Suitability Test, and panel interview
Must have a high school diploma/G.E.D. Certificate
Must pass a rigid medical examination, drug screen, and background check
Must be a United States citizen or authorized to work in the United States
Applicants must list at least three references on their application
Corrected vision shall be at least 20/20 (Titmus) for both eyes together, and each eye separately, uncorrected vision shall be at least 20/100 (Titmus) in both eyes together but must correct to 20/20 with glasses or soft contacts, color vision deficiency is not acceptable, monocular vision is not acceptable
Hearing-cumulative loss shall not exceed pre-determined frequencies in either ear, shall not have a combined loss of greater than 160 dB in both ears, hearing aids are not acceptable
An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):
College Degree/ related coursework with experience
Previous Experience as a Professional Firefighter
Requirements
Special Notes Concerning this Position:
City of Greensboro firefighters are not eligible to receive Social Security. However, firefighters are eligible to participate in LGERS, deferred comp, etc.
This application requires that applicants answer "all "supplemental questions.
Proof of certifications will be required prior to interviews.
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