Entry-Level Firefighter/Emt (Basic Or Paramedic)

General Overview of the Position

SALARY: Full-time Firefighter/EMT Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic

Start 56,206.35 59,164.74

After 1 year 60,089.79 63,251.98

After 2 years 65,786.88 69,248.95

After 3 years 71,992.61 75,782.06

After 4 years 79,440.52 83,621.31

After 5 years 84,138.76 88,566.81

• Wages per IAFF Local 4724 2023-2024 collective bargaining agreement.

About New Berlin

The New Berlin Fire Department was established in 1954 by town residents dedicated to serving the community. In 2001 the NBFD began the transition from a volunteer to combination department to meet the growing needs of the city. On July 31, 2008 the NBFD began 24/7 paramedic coverage. The department has continued to expand our current staffing which currently includes 44 full-time sworn personnel, and two civilian employees. Full-time line personnel work a 48/96 shift schedule responding to approximately 5,000 calls annually.

Our personnel are highly trained and motivated individuals who are consistently looking at ways to improve our service delivery. Through education, training, and statistical data collection we are continually analyzing how to best provide services to the citizens of New Berlin in a cost effective manner.

New Berlin is well served by a dedicated, community-focused City Council and staff who bring diverse experiences and are committed to the betterment of our community. The City's high quality of life, wide range of housing opportunities, city amenities with a mixture of rural areas, and strong sense of community make New Berlin an attractive place to work and live, a fact that is proudly attested to by its 40,000 residents.

The Opportunity

The New Berlin Fire Department was recently awarded a FEMA SAFER Grant. With this Grant we have transitioned to a Full-time Department and continue to seek dedicated professionals to join our team. We believe our members are the most important resource in our commitment to excellence in all we do. As part of the NBFD family you will have the opportunity to grow in a progressive environment where challenging, empowered, and purposeful work is recognized and appreciated. Critical to our success is maintaining a positive work environment that fosters our team members' commitment to servant leadership and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking to hire qualified, diverse candidates who demonstrate the ability to serve with the following attributes; compassion, dedication, honesty, integrity, courage, pride and accountability. If this sounds like a culture you would like to be part of we highly encourage you to apply.

The Hiring Process

All candidates will be required to submit their applications through NeoGov by 3:30PM CST June 7, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to complete their application early. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn from consideration.

Candidates with complete applications on file will proceed to the written examination to be administered at the NBFD Administrative Offices 16300 W National Ave, New Berlin, WI 53151. Dates to be determined based on completed applications. Candidates who pass the written examination will be invited to interview with the Fire Department Command Staff and Local 4724 personnel. Dates to be determined.

Candidates selected will undergo a background investigation, psychological testing or job trait assessment and medical examination after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Dates to be determined.

The New Berlin Police and Fire Commission will interview all candidates that make it through the final stages of the hiring process. The New Berlin Police and Fire Commission will place acceptable candidates on a certified eligibility list.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Comply with all department policies and procedures

• Understand and apply concepts identified with the New Berlin Fire Department vision, mission, and values

• Able to read, write, listen, and comprehend instructions, information or reports

• Effectively communicate with department personnel, other city departments, private citizens

• Must be able to carry out orders and assignments in both non-emergency and emergency situations

• Respond to all types of emergency incidents to provide; life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation

• Meet all essential job functions requirements of NFPA Standards 1001 and 1500

• Operate hand and specialized power tools and equipment while wearing personal protective equipment to suppress fires, rescue and extricate victims, administer advanced out of hospital emergency medical care to patients, control and contain hazardous materials releases, and perform various other task as assigned

• Must meet the requirements under NFPA 1500 and OSHA 1910.134 for wearing the department provided respirator

• Maintain personal fitness consistent with performing all essential functions at a high level of safety and efficiency

• Work to prevent emergency occurrence through participation fire inspections, code enforcement, public education, and community risk reduction programs

• Drive and operate all fire department apparatus and equipment upon successful completion of department certification process

• Maintain department apparatus, fire stations and other department facilities, grounds, and equipment as assigned

• Read and study material to remain current on topics related to fire prevention, suppression, technical rescue, fire and life safety codes, and public safety education

• Participate in various classroom and training programs to develop and maintain required knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Continuously pursue professional development opportunities

• Promote a positive atmosphere in all aspects of the department, one that helps one another and builds a team that works together for the common goal of professionalism and exceptional service to the people we serve

• At times may be required to work outside normal scheduled hours and work extended hours to accomplish the department's vision, mission, and values

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must learn polices and operational procedures of the fire department within probationary period

• Must be competent in firefighting methods and techniques

• Have knowledge of basic and advanced life support emergency care and CPR life-saving procedures

• Ability to carry out oral or written instructions with or without direct supervision

• Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude

• Be able to competently and safely operate all department hand tools and equipment

• Must be competent and safely operate all department vehicles, learn the street locations and physical layout of the city as well as routes to various healthcare facilities outside of the city limits

• Quickly and objectively analyze complex situations and determine proper courses of action

• Work effectively as a member of a team

• Effectivelycommunicate orally with individuals or in a group setting

• Must be able to learn through structured lectures in a classroom setting and through oral instruction in an on-the-job setting

• Comprehend and make inferences from written material

• Operate and enter data timely and accurately into a computer

• Provide high quality written documentation and reports using proper grammar and punctuations

• Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, staff, and public; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age.

• Hold and maintain a valid state of Wisconsin driver's license.

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

• A minimum of 60 college credits within three (3) years of appointment.

• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I or State of Wisconsin recognized equivalent.

• Wisconsin licensed EMT-Basic, Advanced or Paramedic.

• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Independent Study 100, 200, 700, 800

Position Requirements

• All new hires will be required to possess the following certifications prior to completion of probationary period of a minimum of 18 months or up to 36 months depending on completion of certifications:

• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter II, Driver Operator Pumper, Driver Operator Aerial and Fire Inspector I or State of Wisconsin recognized equivalent

• Successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test(CPAT) within 12 months from date of hire

• Obtain and maintain Wisconsin Paramedic license throughout employment (if required by the Fire Chief at time of appointment)

PreferredQualifications:

• Wisconsin State Certified Emergency Services Instructor I, Fire Officer I and NIMS 300, 400 are highly desirable.

Position Specific Information

Working Environment and Physical Demands

Work is performed in a variety of settings including fire stations, non-emergency and emergency scenes, emergency response vehicles; and work may involve off-duty recall for major emergencies. The environment ranges from routine to emergency settings with unusual modes of communications, extreme noise, discomfort and hazard. The emergency environment may require the performance of hazardous tasks under conditions that require strenuous exertion with limited visibility and the physical ability to utilize all protective turnout equipment including wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. Potential exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and gases, extremes in temperature, cramped surroundings, heights and infectious diseases.