Firefighter- Lateral

Salary: $71,866.00 - $97,015.00 Annually Location : 10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 100208-260714 Department: Fire Department Opening Date: 07/14/2026 Closing Date: 7/28/2026 11:59 PM Arizona Definition Under general to limited supervision, responds to emergency calls, including fire, accident, medical emergency, and/or rescue situations to protect life and property. This job class is treated as FLSA non-exempt and considered a DRIVING position. Essential Functions : (Essential functions, may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification). Examples of Tasks

1. Performs a variety of fire suppression activities at the fire scene, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders, and utilizing a variety of equipment, including pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
2. Performs a variety of emergency rescue activities at fire, accident, or other emergency scenes, including administering first aide, at the Emergency Medical Technician level
3. Drives and operates a variety of fire suppression and/or emergency vehicles/equipment
4. Performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair tasks necessary to keep the fire station and related equipment clean, stored properly, and fully functional.
5. Attends and participates in a variety of training activities to maintain and improve the level of fire suppression and emergency medical skills and general physical conditioning
6. Prepares for/conducts fire prevention inspections for a variety of commercial and residential structures.
7. Performs other job-related duties as assigned to enhance and facilitate the operations of the Fire Department.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics : Knowledge of fire suppression principles, methods, techniques, and practices. Knowledge of purpose/use of various tools, equipment, and apparatus used in fire suppression, rescue, and medical assistance operations. Knowledge of first aid, CPR, and other advanced medical assistance techniques. Knowledge of the street names and locations in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Skill in safely and effectively driving and operating a full range of fire suppression/emergency response vehicles, apparatus, and equipment. Skill in administering a variety of first aid procedures at the Emergency Medical Technician level. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and the public. Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to lift and move objects weighing more than 75 pounds. Ability to respond to emergency calls at any time and under all weather or hazardous conditions. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience : Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Must have State of Arizona EMT certification at time of hire. Arizona State Firefighter I & II certification at time of hire is preferred. Applicants must pass a written assessment and must possess a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card to be considered for hire with the SRPMIC Fire Department. Failure to pass either of the components will be considered an automatic disqualifier. The written assessment must be passed with a score of 70% or better. Applicants are required to provide their Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card from a licensed agency at the time of the Written Examination, failure to do so will not allow you to move forward in the process. Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered. Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill. Special Requirements Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances, Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working with Children". Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License. Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. "SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer." Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidates.To obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission). Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 1. Attached to the application 2. Emailed to 3. Fax View phone number on click.appcast.io 4. Mailed or hand-delivered to Human Resources Documentation must be received by the position closing date. The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change. Health Care Benefits SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation. Medical : Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants. Dental : Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers. Vision : Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services. Life Insurance : All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit. Retirement Plans SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options: 401(k) and Roth Plans : Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions. Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters. Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators. Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles. Paid Leave & Holidays Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time. Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave. Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members. Additional Voluntary Benefits WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA ): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness. At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future. Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community