Firefighter Recruit I

City of Hampton, VA-posted 12 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Remote • Hampton, VA
1,001-5,000 employees
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
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Come work for the City of Hampton Fire and Rescue Division, a group of highly motivated, respectful and diverse individuals who are passionate about public safety and helping others. Hampton is a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the 757 and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits and promotes career and personal development. Benefits include enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, flexible and/or remote work opportunities, excellent healthcare insurance and other fringe benefits.

  • Learning and demonstrating proficiency in firefighting, emergency medical services, technical rescue, incident command system, and hazardous materials.
  • Working under close supervision according to set procedures.
  • Completing required training programs as directed by the Fire Division.
  • Preparing written documents and reports such as special reports, accident or investigation reports.
  • Communicating effectively with the public and maintaining harmonious working relationships with diverse groups.
  • Operating fire and emergency response equipment.
  • High school graduation or successful completion of GED.
  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
  • Successful completion of HRFA or other Division-approved fire academy.
  • Certification as Virginia Advanced EMT (EMT-Intermediate or paramedic preferred).
  • Completion of Basic Life Support Attendant-In-Charge (BLS AIC) program and Advanced Life Support Field Training Program (ALSFTP) for Advanced EMT providers.
  • Completion of Hazardous Materials-Operations, Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC), and Driver/Pump Operator (DPO) course.
  • Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
  • Must meet the required medical standards provided by the City by a licensed physician.
  • Possess a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must complete the Fire Division's physical agility test and pass a character background investigation and polygraph examination.
  • Current performance appraisal of 'achieved/met' or higher.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and coherently with a diverse community.
  • Skills in observation and memory.
  • Ability to work under hazardous conditions.
  • Enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System.
  • Flexible and/or remote work opportunities.
  • Excellent healthcare insurance.
  • Other fringe benefits.
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