Full-Time Firefighter (Lateral)

Job Summary

CITY OF KINGMAN

FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER (LATERAL)

KINGMAN FIRE DEPARTMENT

Are you looking for an exciting, challenging career and using your abilities to serve our community? The City of Kingman has the perfect opportunity for you! The City of Kingman Fire Department is currently accepting applications on a continual basis to fill current vacancies and establish a hiring register with individuals who are interested in laterally transferring to Kingman as a Firefighter.

$49,828.48 - $67,935.40/ANNUALLY

$18.08 - $24.65/HOURLY

SALARY BASED ON 2756 HOURS ANNUALLY

POSITION IS FLSA NON-EXEMPT

NREMT Paramedic Certification ($3.39/Hr)

HAZMAT Technician Certification ($1.00/Hr)

Hire-in rate is dependent on years of qualified experience per the department's review.

Learn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives


APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 07/19/24 5:00 PM

YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF YOU ARE SELECTED FOR TESTING

The City of Kingman now has one of the highest base wages in the Tri-City area!

Step Plan (Firefighter) Annual Hourly 1 $49,828.48 $18.08 2 $51,592.32 $18.72 3 $53,356.16 $19.36 4 $55,230.24 $20.04 5 $57,159.44 $20.74 6 $59,198.88 $21.48 7 $61,265.88 $22.23 8 $63,415.56 $23.01 9 $65,620.36 $23.81
10 $67,935.40 $24.65


OVERVIEWThe City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes, and the Colorado River.

With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety, and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.

For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal , Choose Kingman Economic Development page and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
1) 24 months of employment with a full-time fire agency.
2) Complete online application materials.
3) Attach a professional resume.
4) Meet all education and experience requirements (see below)

WHAT TO EXPECT

INTERVIEWS

• Oral Board Panel Interview
• Chiefs Interview

BACKGROUND REVIEW

• Upon a conditional offer

SCREENINGS

• Medical Screening
• High-quality skills evaluation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment.

GENERAL DUTIES
Applications will be reviewed by Kingman Fire Department throughout the testing process. Based on results of the review, candidates may be invited to participate in other stages of the department's selection process as needed to fill department vacancies or to establish a hiring register.

Duties will include protecting life and property through emergency incident intervention; performing fire suppression and fire prevention duties, and providing basic life support emergency medical care is given at a minimum of the Basic EMT Level in the pre-hospital setting to assist victims of illness or injury. Works in support of a 24/7 operational environment and is subject to call in/call back to support the operational needs of the department. Candidates should possess the abilities to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department members; apply principles, practices and methods of current fire fighting techniques; effectively learn how to operate and maintain assigned fire department equipment; meet such physical requirements as established by a competent medical authority.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from high school or GED;
• Course work showing educational requirements meeting NFPA 1001.
• Arizona State Certification as Emergency Medical Technician at the basic level or higher.
• Arizona State Certification at the Firefighter Level I or equivalent.
• Arizona State Certification at the Firefighter Level II or equivalent.
• Arizona State Certification at the Hazardous Materials Awareness Level or equivalent.
• Arizona State Certification at the Hazardous Materials Operations Level or equivalent

REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of valid Arizona Driver's License;
• Certification as an EMT at a minimum of Basic Level in the state of Arizona;
• Arizona State Certification at the Firefighter II Level or equivalent;
• Ability to read and write the English language.
• May be required to be a Certified Emergency Paramedic.
• May be required to be a Certified Hazardous Materials Technician.
• Minimum of 24 consecutive months of full-time employment with an agency.
• Minimum of at least 20 calls a month with a full-time agency.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

• Responds to fire, medical, hazardous materials, and technical rescue emergencies to perform essential functions.
• Searches for and rescues occupants, ventilating structures, protects property by salvaging contents, and applies water and chemicals to fires.
• Cleans and maintains assigned fire station on a regular schedule to include minor maintenance and repair of quarters and grounds.
• Attends and participates in regular and special trainings and drills.
• Performs fire prevention inspections and checks burn permit sites.
• Performs station requests for blood pressure checks.
• Completes all required records and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs medical skills within scope of medical certification in accordance with current medical control protocols.
• Cleans and maintains assigned apparatus and equipment; replaces medical supplies and equipment used during emergency response.
• Lays and connects hose lines, directs water and pressure streams, use chemical extinguishers, raises and climbs ladders, ventilates buildings, rescues persons.
• Operates all types of bars, hooks, lines, forcible entry tools, and other rescue equipment.
• Performs first responder hazardous materials procedures.
• Makes sound decisions and quickly reacts positively under stressful conditions which typically entail the life or well-being of a citizen or public safety member who is in danger.
• Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions.
• Works 48 hour, rotating shifts in support of a 24/7 emergency services department. Will be required to work early mornings, evenings, graveyards, weekends and holidays as necessitated to assigned shift rotation and schedule.
• This position is subject to overtime and emergency recall during non-working hours due to staff shortage and/or operational needs.
• Maintains professional and effective working relationships by providing exceptional customer service and must be able to harmoniously work in a team environment.
• Participates in a physical fitness program to maintain physical conditioning.
• Firefighters assigned as Certified Emergency Paramedics must perform these duties within the regulations and guidelines of the State of Arizona.
• Firefighters assigned to the Hazardous Materials Team, as a Hazardous Materials Technician must meet the certification requirements and standards of the State of Arizona
• Maintain regular attendance and recognize attendance as an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• Participates in shift meetings and special projects.
• Assists in public education classes and station tours.
• Acts in fire engineer's position on occasion, after proper training.
• Performs other related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed in accordance with standard operating procedures and direction from the Company Officer either directly or through the assigned fire engineer. The Company Officer reviews work through performance reviews and conferences.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Occasionally when temporarily assigned as an engineer. Direction to career or part-time firefighters may occur at calls for service.

Miscellaneous

WORK CONTACTS

• Considerable contact with the general public and other first responders in the field or fire station setting.
• Regular contact with other public safety and pre-hospital providers.
• Regular contact with other city employees.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND WELLNESS
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness.

All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Click here to see the Physical Demands.

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

FIND YOUR REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

Personal Growth Opportunities ~ Meaningful and Challenging Work ~ Public Service
Community Spirit ~ Training and Development

2023-2024 Benefit Guide (PDF)

Highlights for Police/Fire

• May qualify for a take home vehicle.
• Uniforms/Equipment Provided.
• Free On-site Fitness Center.
• Nightshift Differential Pay.
• Overtime Opportunities.

Health

• Excellentmedical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Telemedicine available through BlueCare Anywhere for general medical and behavioral health.
• Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA).
  • Employer contribution to HSA equivalent to 50% of plan-year deductible. This is currently $750 for Single Coverage and $1,500 for Family Coverage.
• Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan.
  • Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available.
• Virgin Pulse, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towardsgood health in mind, body and spirit.
  • Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually.
• Work/Life support services through the SupportLincEmployee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Six free counseling visits annually.

Leave

• 12 paid holidays , including a floating birthday holiday each year.
• 16-35 paid vacation days per year.
  • 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.

• 3.69 sick hrs per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year).
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
  • Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.

Other leave types available, including:

• 10 hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Up to 5 days for bereavement.
• Jury Duty.
• Military Training, and more.

Leave donation program.
Financial

• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually.
• Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift).
• Bonus Programs.
• Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay.
• Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel.

Recognition & Appreciation

• Quarterly Performance Conversations (TrakStar).
• Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards.
• Safety Awards.
• Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20+ years of service.
• Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch.
• Annual Employee Pool Party.

Retirement

• City matching to AZ Public Safety Retirement System (PSPRS).
• Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.

Closing Date/Time: 7/19/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

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