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City of Durham FIRE RECRUIT (Entry Level) in Durham, North Carolina
FIRE RECRUIT (Entry Level)
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FIRE RECRUIT (Entry Level)
Salary
$41,496.00 Annually
Location
Durham, NC
Job Type
Full time with benefits
Job Number
24-04891
Department
Fire
Opening Date
05/01/2024
Closing Date
5/19/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
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Position Description
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.
The Durham Fire Department (http://durhamnc.gov/620/Fire-Department) is nationally accredited and known for aggressive firefighting tactics, proactive fire and life safety education programming, and one of the highest cardiac resuscitation rates in the country. We protect and serve residents and visitors through fire prevention activities and emergency responses to fire, EMS, technical rescue, and hazardous materials incidents. If you are interested in helping people and want an exciting career in public service, become a Durham firefighter!
Starting Salary: $41,496.00 (Non- Negotiable)
Work Hours: 24 Hour Shifts / 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. (After Academy)
The Durham Fire Department (DFD) is currently seeking Entry Level applicants to fill firefighter vacancies.
Applicants considered for positions will participate in a one-day written and physical agility testing process. Applicants must be able to test and interview in person. We cannot accommodate requests to test or interview on dates other than those specified at DurhamFD.org. For testing dates, details and other essential information, all applicants MUST visit DurhamFD.org.
Applicants selected for hire will receive training and instruction in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials response and emergency medical services. This is accomplished by attending classes and emergency events; completing physical training; becoming knowledgeable about professional firefighting and other related duties, equipment, rescue materials and supplies.
Applicants hired must successfully complete a 9-month academy while participating in rigorous physical training. All applicants selected for hire who do not currently have NC EMT certification or higher must attain NC EMT certification within three testing attempts. All classes are scheduled and funded by DFD while employed.
Duties/Responsibilities
Until graduation from the Fire Academy, entry level fire recruits will learn to perform all tasks below through attending classes and participating in rigorous physical training.
Provide emergency medical services as a first responder; evaluate and administer drugs for cardiac, respiratory, allergic conditions and trauma incidents; maintain EMS equipment and supplies.
Maintain required certifications.
Perform fire control and rescue operations by entering burning structures, searching for victims and fire sources, extinguishing fires, operating equipment and apparatus, forcing entry into structures, locating hydrants and other sources of water, and operating hose lines.
Provide highly specialized rescue services such as swift water rescue, hazardous materials response, and technical rescue.
Participate in drills, demonstrate consistent and thorough knowledge of specialized areas, and maintain records, logs, and reports.
Maintain equipment and fire facilities by performing daily preventive maintenance, testing fire equipment, checking hydrants, and performing other duties as assigned.
This position is critical to emergency operations and will report to work in spite of or because of an emergency or disaster event
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Fire Recruit (Entry Level)
High school diploma or equivalent by August 26, 2024;
Must be at least 18 years of age by August 26, 2024;
Valid, unrestricted Class C driver's license by August 26, 2024;
No DWI/DUI convictions in the last four years.
No felony convictions.
Must pass written and agility testing, medical examination, and extensive background investigation.
Must earn and maintain NC EMT certification within three testing attempts (scheduled and funded by Durham Fire Department while employed).
Work will require knowledge attained through successful completion of the Durham Fire Department Academy (scheduled and funded by the Durham Fire Department while employed).
Important note regarding vaccine requirements:
Applicants selected for hire must be willing to obtain required vaccines to meet EMS requirements (see link at DurhamFD.org). Applicants requesting exemption from any vaccine must contact HRConnect@DurhamNC.gov for instructions. Please note that approval of exemption requests are not guaranteed.
In order to maintain continuous employment with the City of Durham as a Firefighter, you must maintain your EMT credential in good standing. An EMT class will be funded by the Durham Fire Department and delivered during the academy. Students who fail the state test will have up to two additional attempts to pass the test scheduled by the department. Employees who are not successful in attaining EMT credentialing within the three testing attempts will be terminated.
The City of Durham Encourages Diversity in the Workplace.Additional Preferred Skills
N/A
Benefits – General Full-Time Employees
11-12 paid holidays per year
12 standard work days of vacation per year
12 standard work days of sick leave per year, which accumulates indefinitely; sick leave may be used toward early retirement
2 weeks paid military leave per year
Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans
State and City retirement plans
Short and long term disability plans
Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions
City contribution of 10.15% into the N.C. State Retirement System
Paid funeral leave
Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling
Paid life insurance equal to annual salary
48 hours for volunteer work each year*
4 hours parental leave each year
Workman's Compensation Insurance
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Benefits - Part-Time (1,000 hours or more per year)
401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)
State retirement plan
Benefits Part-Time (Average 30 hours per week over 12 month period)
401(k) retirement plan (5.0% of salary)
State retirement plan effective first day of the month following date of hire
Health insurance effective first day of the month following date of hire
Dental and life insurance, after one year of service
Pro-rated vacation, pro-rated sick, pro-rated floating holiday, parttime holiday pay (based on scheduled hours for that day) after one year of service
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Where did you first hear about this opportunity?
City of Durham Website
Walk in
Job fair
Employee referral
Professional organization Please list the organization in "other" box below
Internet posting Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below
Craig's List
Facebook
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governmentjobs.com
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Indeed.com
Employment Security Commission
Magazine/Newspaper
Other
02
If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.
03
Are you 18 years of age or older?
Yes, I am currently at least 18 years of age or older.
I will be at least 18 years of age on or by August 26, 2024.
No, I am NOT or will NOT be at least 18 years of age by August 26, 2024.
04
Do you have "or" will you have a valid, unrestricted driver's license by August 26, 2024?
No
Yes
05
Please select your highest level of COMPLETED education.
Less than a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctoral Degree (PhD, Juris Doctorate)
06
If you have a high school equivalency (GED, HISET, TASC), provide the name of the institution, city and state, and date you received your equivalency. If the information above does not apply to you, indicate N/A.
07
EMT certification will be required for this position. If you do not currently have this certification, if hired, do you understand that you must attain this certification within 3 testing attempts.
Yes, I understand this statement.
No, I do not understand this statement.
I have the required EMT certification.
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Do you understand that this hiring process requires successful completion of a fire academy lasting approximately 9 months beginning most days at 6:00 a.m.?
Yes, I understand this statement.
NO, I do not understand this statement.
09
A copy of your driver's license MUST be provided to the Durham Fire Department on testing day. Do you understand that it is your responsibility to provide a COPY of your driver's license to the Durham Fire Department on your scheduled testing day? (The copy will not be returned.)
Yes, I understand this statement.
No, I do not understand this statement.
Required Question