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City of Oshkosh - Firefighter/Paramedic 

Are you a fire service professional with demonstrated abilities as a servant leader, an effective communicator, and a highly engaged firefighter with strong critical thinking abilities? Are you looking for a department that offers a wide variety of career opportunities as well as the support needed to grow and develop?  Do you enjoy the outdoors but don’t want to give up the amenities that come with city living? With the Oshkosh Fire Department, you will not only have the career opportunities you are seeking but will also enjoy building relationships with local community members, exploring our beautiful surroundings, and doing all this in an area that is affordable.  Oshkosh is the perfect location for those who are seeking true work/life balance.

The Oshkosh Fire Department is a completely career department that provides a full range of services to the community from its six fire stations that are strategically located throughout the city.  The Oshkosh Fire Department has received the highest possible rating of 1/10 by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) based on its ability to prevent, respond to and suppress fires within the city in an efficient and timely manner.  The department’s 110 team members achieve this mission by providing fire protection, fire prevention, emergency medical services, special event coverage, and emergency management to the city of Oshkosh. We also provide advanced life support ambulance services to numerous nearby cities, townships, and villages. As a full-service department, we are prepared to respond to many other types of special circumstances such as hazardous materials spills, ice and open water rescue, dive rescue, and aircraft rescue firefighting.

Our firefighters are our most valuable resource. Every day they have the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life. They get to utilize their critical thinking skills, compassion, and courage to help those in need in our community. Our firefighters are dedicated professionals who create a progressive, diverse and exceptional fire department.

Our ideal candidate will exhibit our values of integrity, safety, respect, empathy, service, professionalism, efficiency, community-focus and teamwork. If this describes you, we invite you to apply for the Oshkosh Fire Department Firefighter position and join our team of fire service professionals!

Education and Experience

·         High school diploma or equivalent; major course work in or completion of an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science or a related field is desirable.

·         Valid Driver’s License.

·         Wisconsin Firefighter I and II Certifications.

·         Nationally Registered Paramedic or Wisconsin Licensed Paramedic.

·         Wisconsin Driver Operator Pumper and Aerial or equivalent as required by Wisconsin Statute SPS 330 prior to completion of probation.

·         Hazardous Materials Technician and Wisconsin Fire Inspector I certifications are desirable.

·         Previous related work experience or internship as a firefighter and/or paramedic is desirable.

 

Salary: The salary range for this position is $52,885–79,175.

 

To Apply: For a full hiring timeline, and position description, and to complete an application:  https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/

The City of Oshkosh is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce.

 

Firefighter-Paramedic 1.2024 Oshkosh

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Posted on site:                11/01/24

Posted on site until:      12/05/24

THESE DATES DO NOT RELECT JOB POSTING REQUIRED DATES

Village of Howard - External Job Posting – Full-Time Firefighter 

The Village of Howard is accepting applications for full-time Firefighters to join our department. Howard Fire Rescue operates on a 48/96 rotation, providing both EMS and fire coverage to the Village of Howard. The firefighter will be the primary ambulance and engine staffing assigned to the station, reporting to the on-duty Lieutenant. This external process is being run concurrently with an internal process.
Pay
Current Firefighter pay range - $62,961 to $86,112 based on qualifications, licensure level, and years of service.
Lateral Transfers
Consideration in compensation will be given for prior fire service experience at the time of hiring. This may include pay step and/or vacation accrual.
Benefits

The Village offers a competitive insurance package (health, dental, vision, and life), paid time off, and participates in the retirement program, including deferred comp, through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
Residency Requirements

There is no residency requirement for employment at Howard Fire Rescue, however filling of call backs for duty crew requires a maximum response time of 15 minutes to Station 1.

Required Qualifications:
•High School Diploma or Equivalent
•Valid Driver’s License
•WI Firefighter I Certification
•WI Firefighter II Certification (Within 12 months of hire)
•WI State Driver Operator- Pumper Certification (Within 12 months of hire)
•WI State Driver Operator- Aerial Certification (Within 18 months of hire)
•ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
•Current National Registry or State of Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician License
Preferred Qualifications:
•Associate Degree in Fire Science, Fire/Medic, or Fire Protection Engineering
•Current National Registry or State of Wisconsin Paramedic License
•WI Fire Officer I Certification
•WI Fire Inspector I Certification


Anticipated Start Date: January 6th, 2025


Interested applicants can download a copy of the application packet by visiting https://www.villageofhoward.com/318/Jobs or a packet can be obtained in person by visiting Howard Village Hall at 2456 Glendale Ave. Howard, WI 54313.

Applications must be dropped off or mailed in and received no later than 4pm on October 25th, 2024.

Questions on the application process, or the position may be directed to Assistant Chief Jeff Steinhorst at jsteinhorst@villageofhoward.com.

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Posted on site:                09/20/24

Posted on site until:      10/26/24

THESE DATES DO NOT RELECT JOB POSTING REQUIRED DATES

City of Appleton - Firefighter 

At the City of Appleton, we welcome innovative individuals who love to lead and inspire others. Located in the heart of the Fox Cities, we are a steadfast employer committed to providing a flexible work environment and unique benefits. We encourage employees to come as they are and explore growth opportunities that will help them serve our community with impact.

Firefighters are responsible for performing fire operations and prevention duties. Work involves fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, extrication, inspection, public education, training, and engine company and/or ladder truck duties. Special operations include the Hazardous Materials Response Team, the Technical Rescue Team, Confined Space Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, Technical Rope Rescue and Trench Rescue. On average, the fire department responds to 7,000 calls annually. Firefighters may work individually or as a fire suppression team member and work under the regular supervision of a Fire Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief Officer.

Qualifications

Ready to Use Your Skills?

We are looking for someone who has a minimum of 60 credits of post-secondary education at an approved college, university, or technical school by the date of hire. EMT Basic and Firefighter I certifications are required. Candidates must be licensed, or have the ability to be licensed, as a Paramedic in the State of Wisconsin by the end of probation.

Salary

The starting annual salary for Firefighter/EMT is $64,839 plus an excellent fringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short-/long-term disability insurance; accident insurance; health and wellness programs; post-employment health plan; deferred compensation; and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). We are proud to say the WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!

Apply Now!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appleton.org by no later than Sunday, November 10, 2024. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

City of Appleton Human Resources 100 N. Appleton Street, 6 th floor Appleton, WI 54911 Phone: (920) 832-6458 Email: humanresources@appleton.org Equal Opportunity Employer

 

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Posted on site:                09/19/24

Posted on site until:      11/10/24

THESE DATES DO NOT RELECT JOB POSTING REQUIRED DATES

Fort Atkinson Fire Department - Firefighter–Paramedic / EMT-Advanced 

Firefighter–Paramedic / EMT-Advanced
Job Posting

Job Posting


Are you ready to join the ranks of Fort Atkinson's finest? The Fort Atkinson Fire Department is excited to announce an immediate opening to become part of our dedicated team as a career Firefighter/Paramedic.
Nestled in the heart of Jefferson County, Wisconsin, our department boasts state-of-the-art apparatus, a newly constructed fire station, and a culture of progressive leadership and teamwork. We pride ourselves on being a community-focused combination fire department with an aggressive training program. Applicants without the required paramedic license or Firefighter certification will be trained during the probationary period and encouraged to apply.
Are you ready to make a difference and serve our community with pride? Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary!


Qualifications:

• Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced
• U.S. Citizen & Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Completed Candidate Physical Ability Test Certification (CPAT) within the past 24 months or 90 days after appointment.


Preferred Qualifications:


• State of Wisconsin Certified Firefighter II
• State of Wisconsin Paramedic license
• Wisconsin Motor Pump Operator


Qualifications Post-Hire:


• State of Wisconsin Certified Firefighter II
• State of Wisconsin Paramedic license
• This position requires an 18-month probationary period.
• Wisconsin Fire Driver Operator – Pumper
• Fort Atkinson Motor Pump Operator in-house curriculum


Benefits:


• Range - $59,267 to $65,342* based on qualifications and experience plus expected overtime. *As a Firefighter/ Paramedic.
• 48/96 schedule (48 hours on duty / 96 hours off duty schedule)
• Health Insurance / Dental Insurance / Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation
• Wisconsin Retirement System


To Apply:


• For application, visit https://www.fortatkinsonwi.gov/departments/fire/
•Email completed resume with cover letter / job application / EMT-Advanced or Paramedic certification to:
Chief Bruce Peterson @ bpeterson@fortatkinsonwi.gov

 

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WEBSITE USE ONLY

Posted on site:                09/06/24

Posted on site until:      11/06/24

THESE DATES DO NOT RELECT JOB POSTING REQUIRED DATES