Firefighter

Anticipated vacancies in the Hartford Fire Department. Under supervision, participates in the operation of a single fire company by performing customary firefighter duties, including fire suppression: i.e. advancing of hose lines, both vertically and horizontally under adverse conditions.

Works in extreme adverse climates. Maintains department equipment and property. Participates in training exercises and conducts area surveys.

Must be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) without restrictions. Must be able to climb and use aerial ladders at various heights and under adverse conditions. This is a UNION position, and the current hours of work are 24 hours on and 72 hours off, including weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required.

NOTE: Firefighter recruits will be paid at a rate of 10% below the base rate of the salary range for the first six (6) months of employment. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining.

The examination process will consist of a written test, an oral test, a physical agility test, a background investigation, a medical examination, a drug test, and a probationary period  of one year (beginning on the date sworn in as a Hartford Firefighter).  All parts of the examination are designed to determine the ability of applicants to learn and perform the duties of a Firefighter, as stated above, in an inner-city environment. This examination is subject to all Federal, State and Municipal Laws, Rules and Regulations.

WRITTEN EXAM: It is anticipated that the Written Exam will be administered within the weeks of September 16th through September 27th. Specific dates to be determined.

PHYSICAL EXAM: it is anticipated that the Physical Agility will be administered within the weeks of November 4th through November 15th. Specific dates to be determined.

ORAL EXAM: it is anticipated that the Oral Exam will be administered within the weeks of December 2nd through December 13th. Specific dates to be determined.

Open to all City Of Hartford Residents who meet the below qualifications:

AGE: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.

CITIZENSHIP: Must be a citizen of the U.S. at the time of application. A COPY OF YOUR US GOVERNMENT OR STATE GOVERNMENT ISSUED BIRTH CERTIFICATE, CERTIFICATE OF CITIZENSHIP, NATURALIZATION CERTIFICATE, OR VALID PASSPORT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education.

A COPY OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, GED CERTIFICATE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION.

DRIVER'S LICENSE: A valid Connecticut State Driver's license.

A COPY OF THE LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION.

HARTFORD RESIDENCY REQUIRED: Must be bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application.  A completed City of Hartford Residency Form must be submitted with the application. (SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING RESIDENCY).

PHYSICAL: Must pass a thorough medical examination which will include drug and alcohol testing.

VISION: Without correction, not less than 20/100 in each eye; with correction, not less than 20/30 in each eye.

VERIFICATION: ALL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE VERIFIED.

A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE ADMINISTERED.  FALSIFICATION OF ANY INFORMATION SHALL AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE RECRUITMENT AND TESTING PROCESS AND SHALL RESULT IN TERMINATION, IF HIRED.

APPLICATION FEE: In order for your application to be considered, a $25.00 MONEY ORDER or CERTIFIED BANK CHECK, PAYABLE TO THE "CITY OF HARTFORD", must be submitted with the application and received no later than the closing date and time of this posting.

 BE SURE TO WRITE YOUR NAME, ADDRESS & THE POSITION "FIREFIGHTER" ON THE MONEY ORDER OR BANK CHECK. NO CASH or PERSONAL CHECKS will be accepted. THIS FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit completed application and payment in person or by mail to the City of Hartford, Human Resources Department, 550 Main Street, Room 3, Hartford, CT 06103.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY, INCLUDING PAYMENT AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND/ OR MISSING PAYMENTS AND SHALL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION AND NO FOLLOW UPS WILL BE MADE

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED IN-PERSON OR BY MAIL MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT NO LATER THAN THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED IN PERSON OR BY MAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME SHALL BE DISQUALIFIED.

To help expedite the submittal of your applications please make copies of the necessary documentaion before coming to the Human Resources Department to submit your application.

CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT

In order to qualify for residency with the City of Hartford Human Resources Rules and Regulations, the City of Hartford requires that you provide irrefutable evidence to substantiate that at the date of your application for employment you are domiciled in the City of Hartford.

For the purpose of this Request, "DOMICILED" is defined to be "that place where an individual has his/her true, fixed and permanent home, where he or she normally eats and sleeps and maintains his or her normal personal and household effects."

You are required to complete and submit this form at the time of your application for employment.  You must also be prepared to submit any additional documentation, as the Director of Human Resources may require.  This information will be subject to verification during the background investigation.

NOTICE:   THE APPLICANT BEARS THE BURDEN TO SHOW LEGAL DOMICILE.  ANY FALSE OR MISLEADING STATEMENTS SHALL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OR DISMISSAL.

The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.