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Description
**Senior Firefighter Applications Are Now Being Accepted for a Lateral Transfer Academy**
The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All 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.
Compensation and Benefits:
Hiring Salary: $49,724.00 Full Salary Range: $49,724.00 - $58,170.00. Annually
The City of Greensboro Fire Department is currently accepting applications for a Lateral Transfer Academy. Training for the Lateral Academy will be a shortened 6-week program to familiarize employees with Greensboro Fire Department operations and procedures. This program demands daily rigorous physical activity, weight training, aerobic activities, and physical fireground performance. Candidates must successfully complete all portions of the required training. Failure to do so at any point during the training period will result in termination. Upon completion of the training program, employees 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 that 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).
IMPORTANT DATES:
· Candidates will be required to participate in Physical and Suitability Testing on January 4th, 5th,6th or 7th (candidates will select one date)
· Candidates who obtain passing test scores will participate in the Interview process on February 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th (candidates will select one date pending passing scores on testing)
***More information will be emailed to candidates at the time of position closing on December 15th ***
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently serving as a paid firefighter for the previous 3 years. (Documentation will be required)
3 years as a paid firefighter with no more than a 60-day break in service.
Must be certified as an NC Firefighter I and II. Out-of-state applicants must have a current equivalent to NC
Certified Firefighter I and II. Equivalent certifications must be from an IFSAC or Pro-Board-accredited agency.
Haz-Mat Ops certification
Must have NC EMT Basic certification or must be able to attain NC EMT Basic certification through reciprocity.
Minimum age: 21 (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 Firefighter Abilities Test (FFAT), Suitability Test, and panel interview
Must have a high school diploma/G.E.D. certificate
Must pass a rigorous 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 predetermined 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):
Previous Experience as a Professional Firefighter
College Degree/ related coursework with experience
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.
Attach copies verifying Firefighter I and II certifications to the application.
An education incentive is available to benefit eligible firefighters. Eligible employees who earn an Associate’s degree receive a $ 2,500 lump-sum award, and eligible employees who earn a Bachelor’s degree receive a $5,000 lump-sum award.
Military incentive of $2,500
Bilingual incentive pay of up to $2,500 per year.
- This application requires that applicants answer "all "supplemental questions.
- Proof of certifications and driver's license will be required before interviews.