Firefighter – Harrisonburg

Job Title: Firefighter
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Salary: $11.91 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time
Location: Harrisonburg, Virginia

The City of Harrisonburg Fire Department is seeking applications for the position of Firefighter – Part Time. These are year-round positions averaging 2-3 days per month at a minimum of $11.91 per hour.

Typical Qualifications:
Applicants to be considered for these positions must currently be employed as a firefighter with one of the following jurisdictions: Augusta and Rockingham Counties, Cities of Staunton and Waynesboro.

The following certifications are required: Virginia Firefighter II, EMT and Hazardous Materials Operations, or a VA recognized equivalency.

Successful applicants for this position will be subject to a DMV Motor Vehicle check and must complete a satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen.

Supplemental Information:
Application closing date: Open until filled.

Review of applications to begin upon receipt.

In order to be considered for this position you must submit a City of Harrisonburg Application Form, and proof of other required certifications. Applications will be accepted on-line only. You may complete and submit an application and appropriate attachments at City’s web site: www.harrisonburgva.gov/jobs.

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Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic/Intermediate

Job Title:     Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic/Intermediate
Closing Date/Time:     Fri. 02/19/10 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Job Type:     Full-Time
Location:     County of Prince George, Virginia

Prince George County is currently seeking qualified applicants for Firefighter/EMT–Intermediate/Paramedic. This position will be responsible for responding to emergency calls; providing basic and advanced life support emergency medical services; assisting in the suppression of fires; preparing and maintaining detailed records.

Salary Ranges: Intermediate ($37,716-$60,345), Paramedic ($40,545-$64,871).

Qualification Requirements:
Must have high school diploma or equivalent, current certification as an EMT–Intermediate or EMT–Paramedic. Must be certified as an ALS provider and Virginia Emergency Vehicle Operation Certification. Prefer two years previous experience.

Special Requirements:
PLEASE ATTACH COPY OF CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS. Applications will not be considered if current certifications (Virginia or National Registry EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic; CPR, EVOC Class III, Hazardous Materials Awareness, NIMS 700, and ICS 100) are not included with the completed application.

Pre-employment physical/drug testing and comprehensive criminal and financial background check, to include fingerprinting, required.

Additional Information:
To apply Online click here.

Faxed or emailed applications not accepted. Postmarks are not considered received.

On-Call FF/EMT FF/ALS

Job Title:     On-Call Firefighter/EMT-Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic
Salary:     $16.75 Hourly
Job Type:     Part-time Temporary
Location:     County of Prince George, Virginia

The County of Prince George, Virginia is currently seeking certified applicants for the purpose of creating an on-call pool to be utilized to fill in during times of staff shortages. This position will cover various shifts as needed. Hourly Wage: $16.75

This position will be responsible for responding to emergency calls; providing basic and advanced life support emergency medical services; assisting in the suppression of fires; preparing and maintaining detailed records.

Qualification Requirements:
Must have thorough knowledge of the reading of electrocardiograms; general knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation; thorough knowledge of the principles of anatomy, physiology and chemistry in relation to the respiratory and circulatory systems; thorough knowledge of elementary physics, chemistry and mechanics as applied to fire suppression; thorough knowledge of the street system and geography of the County; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with associates and the general public; ability to keep simple records and prepare reports; possession of mechanical aptitude; physical endurance and agility.

Must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by required firefighting and emergency medical training and considerable experience in emergency services as a cleared BLS/ALS provider.

Special Requirements:
PLEASE ATTACH COPY OF CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS. Applications will not be considered if current certifications (Virginia or National Registry EMT-Basic, Intermediate or Paramedic; CPR, EVOC Class III, Hazardous Materials Awareness, NIMS 700, and ICS 100) are not included with the completed application.

Must complete Firefighter I certification within 18 months of employment.

Pre-employment physical/drug testing and comprehensive criminal and financial background check, to include fingerprinting, required.

Additional Information:
To apply Online click here.

Faxed or emailed applications not accepted. Open until filled. For more information, please call (804)722-8669. First review of applications will begin February 15, 2010. EOE.

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City of Manassas Firefighter/Medic

Job Title:     Firefighter/Medic
Category:     Public Safety
Status:     Open
Additional Status Information:     Full Time
Salary:     $45,718
Description:

Fire & Rescue Department.  Candidate must have current Virginia certification as an Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic.  Virginia or National Certification as Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Level II, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.  High school graduate or GED and valid Virginia driver’s license required.  Candidate must meet all Departmental, City and State requirements for position, and provide copies of certifications with application.

Publication Date/Time:
1/11/2010 1:00 PM

Closing Date/Time:
Open Until Filled

Qualifications:
Candidate must have current Virginia certification as an Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic. Virginia or National Certification as Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Level II, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. High school graduate or GED and valid Virginia driver’s license required. Candidate must meet all Departmental, City and State requirements for position, and provide copies of certifications with application.

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City of Manassas Firefighter/EMT

Job Title:     Firefighter/EMT
Category:     Public Safety
Status:     Open
Additional Status Information:     Full Time
Salary:     $39,021
Description:

Fire and Rescue Department.  Candidate must have current Virginia certifications as an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, Virginia and National Certification as a Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Level II, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and valid Virginia driver’s license.  High school graduate or GED required.  Candidate must meet all Departmental, City and State requirements for position and provide copies of certifications with application.

Publication Date/Time:
1/11/2010 1:00 PM

Closing Date/Time:
Open Until Filled

Qualifications:
Candidate must have current Virginia certifications as an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, Virginia and National Certification as a Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Level II, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and valid Virginia driver’s license. High school graduate or GED required. Candidate must meet all Departmental, City and State requirements for position and provide copies of certifications with application.

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Portsmouth is Hiring

We have received word that Portsmouth is hiring for the position of Firefighter. We have been unable to obtain further information.

We have contacted Portsmouth to get further.

The information we have is that the job posted on the 5th of February and that the Civil Service exam is on March 27th.

Please use this link for further information until I find out more: http://www.portsmouthva.gov/fire/2k04-Recruitment.htm

Albemarle County – Firefighter ALS/BLS

Albemarle County Fire Rescue is now accepting applications for Firefighter/ALS and Firefighter/BLS

Closing Date: 12/20/2009
Hiring Range : Firefighter/ALS – Staring Salary up to $48,817**
Firefighter/BLS – Starting Salary up to $ 39,192*
*Based on experience and qualifications
**Additional ALS stipend of $6,581/year after OMD release

We’re welcoming positive, energetic people with a great attitude and a commitment to building the model combination volunteer-career fire and emergency medical services system.

For details or to apply online, visit www.ACFireRecscue.org

Outside Sales Representative

Outside Sales Representative
Job Description

The Outside Sales Representative will grow sales and increase company profits by cultivating current customers and recruiting new customers. The representative will increase profitability by promoting products, providing technical support and conducting training to new and repeat customers within an assigned territory.
Job Duties:

• Participate with management in updating territory plan and set sales goals
• Determine sales potential for new and existing customers through inquiry, observation or periodical research
• Prepare and conduct sales presentations of products to new and existing customers
• Determine customer requirements and expectations in order to recommend specific products
• Identify trends in customer satisfaction or dissatisfaction
• Increase business and account base by finding and qualifying new business accounts using sales techniques to cross sell and up-sell
• Maintain and improve customer relationships and satisfaction
• Learn and apply new product knowledge to enhance sales and personal professionalism
• Assist clients with special requests and problems (supply information, resolve complaints, etc.)
• Visit job sites as needed to measure or provide client services
• Gather competitive information and other market information regularly while interacting cooperatively with other members of the distribution team
• Negotiate and establish pricing and terms according to company’s requirements for customer and transaction profitability
• Prepare and present quotations
• Communicate to the purchasing department unexpected increases or decreases in demand for products
• Assist in scheduled physical inventory counts
• Monitor customers’ current credit status
• Remain current with changes in local codes and consumer preferences
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Remain current on product and industry knowledge by attending sales meetings, vendor training, trade shows, or reading trade journals
• Practice honesty and integrity in customer and vendor relations
• Maintain technical and computer capability to effectively use contact management, distribution and office software
• Present a professional image at all times to customers and vendors
• Participate in trade association functions
• Participate and be active in local industry organizations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated success meeting sales goals and growing sales
• Demonstrated understanding and application of effective selling strategies and techniques
• Delivers superior customer service
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiating skills
• Motivated self-starter, comfortable in fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
• Experience monitoring marketplace to identify business opportunities
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Professional demeanor
• Team player who works productively with wide range of people
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Technical expertise and knowledge of company products
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
• Able to perform business math (basic algebra, compute rate, ratio, etc.)
• Superior organizational skills
• Superior presentation/public speaking skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and distribution software
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Education:

• High school diploma required
• (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years in similar position
• (3 years preferred)
• Minimum 2 years in progressive position
• (3 years preferred)
• Product/applications experience required
• Wholesale distribution experience required

Please forward resume to scottward@verizon.net

City of Williamsburg is Hiring

City of Williamsburg
Firefighter/Medic

The City of Williamsburg is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Medic.
Non-supervisory position; 40-hour per week, to provide fire and EMS protection, must possess current Virginia Drivers License, High School Diploma, must be eighteen years of age and possess EMT-P or EMT-I. Starting Salary: $33,748 (plus $5,200 per year for EMT-P, or $2,500 per year for EMT-I) with benefit package.

Will provide advanced life support emergency medical care, respond with their assigned unit to fire alarms and other emergencies as required; extinguish fires and protect life and property against the hazards of fire; participate in fire prevention activities; exercise prudent use, care and maintenance of fire/rescue apparatus and property; drive fire/rescue apparatus. Will perform other related work as required/assigned. Will be required to complete Tidewater Regional Fire Academy.

Applications are available at www.williamsburgva.gov or the City Manager’s Office, 401 Lafayette Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185, 220-6105. EOE
Applications should be mailed or returned to the above address no later than December 11, 2009 by 4:30 p.m.

Job Opening – Academy Curriculum Manager – Prince William

Academy Curriculum Manager
Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue

Position No: 794065
Location: Public Safety Academy, Nokesville, VA
Salary: 51,002.90 – 81,604.64
Entry Salary Range: 51,002.90 – 66,303.90
Closes: 10/28/09

This new full-time position will develop, standardize and coordinate implementation of all aspects of fire operations and tactics, emergency medical services, and professional development curriculum for a growing and dynamic career and volunteer fire and rescue service.

Duties: Work includes but is not limited to: design and development of course curriculum for recruit school, in service training and advanced life support training. This may consist of test development, scoring and statistical validation, lesson plan design, analysis and evaluation, coordination, management, maintenance and appropriate dissemination of Academy training records. Other duties may include conducting internal audits and inspections of the basic training curriculum to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local Fire and Rescue mandates. Organizing and maintaining extensive documentation and records to include word processing systems and information storage and retrieval. Incumbent must have the ability to prepare comprehensive reports ensuring factual and statistical accuracy. Research, develop and construct examinations for recruit training, in service training and advanced life support training. Have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with subordinates, peers, supervisors and members of the general public.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of in conducting and implementing advanced life support and professional development training programs and instruction techniques; Through knowledge of curriculum development and design, needs assessment, test construction, development and validation, and program evaluation techniques; Ability to organize and maintain extensive documentation and records to include word processing systems and information storage and retrieval; Ability to prepare comprehensive reports ensuring factual and statistical accuracy while adhering to all state objectives and deadlines; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or closely related field; and 2-3 years of experience in training course and curriculum design and development and program evaluation methodologies; and 1-2 years of supervisory experience at a professional level. A background in Fire Services and Emergency Medical Service training.

Preferences: Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal Fire and EMS Training guidelines and requirements. This includes knowledge and understanding of NFPA, Virginia Dept. of Fire Programs and Office of Emergency Medical Services and guidelines. The candidate will be a key participant in the accreditation process that is conducted by various agencies as related to the Prince William Fire and Rescue service.

To Apply: Visit www.pwcgov.org/jobs and apply by submitting your resume online by the closing date. EOE

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