Hampton is Hiring – Firefighter Recruit

Job Title:     Firefighter Recruit
Closing Date/Time:     Mon. 08/17/09 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Salary:     $36,500.00 – $41,975.00 Annually
Job Type:     Full-Time Permanent
Location:     City Wide Locations, Hampton, Virginia

Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED; must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application; graduation from an approved fire academy or a Virginia state certified cardiac technician or paramedic preferred. Requires the successful completion of the Fire & Rescue application process: these elements include producing all required documentation, passing an initial physical agility test, meeting the Fire and Rescue Division’s criteria for a satisfactory driving record, meeting the required medical standards provided by the City by a licensed physician (applicants must possess no physical defects which would render the incumbent unfit to perform all the duties of a firefighter/emergency medical technician); successfully completing a background investigation and a polygraph examination; successfully completing any required interviews and successfully completing a written examination. Upon hire, applicants must agree to conditions of employment as specified by the Fire & Rescue Division and must successfully complete Emergency Vehicle Operator’s course and Pump Operator course. This position requires the ability to be courteous yet firm with the public; ability to communicate effectively and coherently over radios and other types of communication equipment; ability to prepare written documents and reports such as special reports, accident or investigation reports, etc.; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to operate equipment and machines such as fire and emergency response equipment and two-way communication equipment; ability to use personal computers for job specific applications; ability to communicate general information regarding laws, ordinances, and regulations to the public; ability to communicate effectively with others by giving information and directions; ability to interact positively with members of the community and maintain harmonious working relationships with diverse groups; good skills of observation and memory. Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the State of Virginia and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria. Any person offered employment in this position must successfully complete pre-employment testing for controlled substances and will be subject to random testing for controlled substances and alcohol.

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