Temporary Firefighter - WES

Salary: $24.99 Hourly Location : WES - 15727 Kingsley Rd, Ninilchik, AK Job Type: Temporary Department: WESTERN EMERGENCY SERVICE AREA Division: WESTERN EMERGENCY SERVICES AREA Opening Date: 06/30/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Please be sure to attach requested documents to application. Not ready to submit your application yet? You can return to and submit your application later. GovernmentJobs.com auto-saves, but save your current field before signing out. Log back in and submit before the close date. Definition Under the general direction and supervision of the Western Emergency Services (WES) Fire Chief or designee, the Temporary Firefighter performs emergency procedures in order to preserve and maintain life and property. Firefighters are also responsible for maintaining facilities, apparatus and equipment. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : Education: High School Diploma or GED Certifications and Licensing: IFSAC or State of Alaska Firefighter I preferred Must have EMT III, AKEMT or Paramedic. A valid, unrestricted Alaska driver's license Essential Functions Performs firefighting duties according to standard operating procedures including directing water or chemical agents for the control and extinguishment of fires, positioning and climbing ladders for rescue and fire extinguishment, creating openings into buildings, protecting property from water and smoke damage, and emergency rescue operations for fire-trapped victims. Responds to fire, medical, rescue and other emergency calls. Drives vehicles, positions apparatus, and operates equipment. Performs emergency medical skills as defined by the State of Alaska and departmental Standard Operating Guidelines. Certification levels shall be maintained as a condition of employment. Performs assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, buildings, equipment, grounds and hydrants as directed by supervisor. Participates in scheduled drills, attends firefighting and EMS courses to improve knowledge and skill level, learns hydraulics and pump operation to perform engineer duties, and assists emergency responder volunteers with their departmental education. Has a working knowledge of the proper use of fire department emergency tools and equipment. Has a working knowledge of proper radio procedures. Knows and follows departmental safety policies and procedures. Additional Functions: Other related duties as assigned. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently transport up to 50 pounds, and occasionally transport over 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying! The Kenai Peninsula Borough is an EEO Employer. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference? Yes No 02 COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered. Yes No 03 RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered. Yes No 04 Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License? Yes No 05 Do you currently possess the minimum required State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician III, AKEMT or Paramedic license? Please attach current certification to application packet. Yes No 06 Do you currently possess IFSAC or State of Alaska Firefighter I or certification? Yes No 07 Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references. If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A. 08 Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references. If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A. Required Question Kenai Peninsula Borough