Psff04-2024-00736-Firefighter I-Cheyenne

Description and Functions

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Provide fire mitigation, prevention, suppression, medical treatment, and fire education at an appropriate EMS level.

Human Resource Contact: wymdhro@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Respond to aircraft, structural, and other types of emergencies to protect life and property.

• Drive and maintain crash/fire/rescue fire equipment apparatus.

• Provide medical assistance and treatment at the appropriate EMR level.

• Perform other types of firefighter duties as needed when not utilized as a Driver.

• Participate in training activities, station maintenance, facility inspections, and fire prevention activities.

• Maintain records and prepare reports.

• Maintain inventory of extinguishing agents.

• Operate and maintain the mobile tactical and ground radios in various equipment and ensure communication capabilities and procedures are properly followed.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with an Associate's Degree in Firefighting plus Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter, HAZMAT Operations, Driver/Operator Pumper, ARFF & Mobile Water, and ARFF experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of hazardous material (HAZMAT)

• Knowledge of aircraft hazards, rescue procedures, fire fighting techniques

• Knowledge of the theory, principles, methods, techniques, and practices of firefighting and rescue operations.

• Knowledge of the operation of fire department communications equipment.

• Ability to operate and direct others in operating under stressful and dangerous conditions.

• Ability to formulate and effectively implement firefighting/emergency response plans and to direct personnel in such operations

• Ability to plan, organize, and direct functions and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Firefighting)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift 150 pounds

• Physical Fitness and Agility maintenance program required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• An additional 56.2 hours of base will be added to the salary each month.

• Initial physical agility assessment test required prior to employment.

• Must obtain a favorable National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC III) within 6 months of hire. Must maintain.

• For the Veteran's preference consideration, DD214 must accompany your application.

• The following certifications are required within a maximum of 12 months from the date of hire and are required to be Pro Board orIFSACaccredited:

• Fire Fighter II

• Airport Fire Fighter

• HAZMAT Operations

• Driver/Operator Pumper

• ARFF & Mobile Water

• State of Wyoming EMR or National Registry EMR

• Security Clearance is required

• All communication and notifications for testing for this position will be sent via email through the NEOGOV system.

Supplemental Information

007-Wyoming Military Department - Air Guard Fire Department

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.