Gulfport Firefighter Recruit

Firefighter RecruitCity of Gulfport, MississippiDepartment: 290 – FireFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSalary Range: $39,590.20 - $49,657.32 Per Mississippi State Statute 21-31-63: Any applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States and an elector of the county in which he resides and must meet only such bona fide occupational residency requirements as may be determined by the civil service commission or the governing authority of the municipality.Position OverviewThe Firefighter Recruit position is an entry-level, probationary role with the Gulfport Fire Department. Individuals selected for this position must meet all requirements and be accepted for employment in accordance with the City of Gulfport Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Applicants for the Firefighter Recruit position are required to successfully complete a multi-step selection process, which includes passing a Civil Service Test, a Physical Agility Test, and in-person interviews. Applicants will be notified of testing dates after submitting an application. Candidates are selected for hire based on departmental vacancies. This position is classified as a Critical personnel classification for Emergency Response. This means that during an emergency response, this position is part of a subset of essential personnel who must be physically present due to the nature of their role. Critical status is defined as employees whose duties are vital to maintain basic municipal functions during an emergency.ResponsibilitiesThis position involves skilled firefighting work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; responding to emergency calls; and operating and maintaining fire department equipment, apparatus, and facilities.Performs skilled firefighting duties in combating, extinguishing, and preventing firesResponds on assigned apparatus to fire alarms and other emergency callPerforms forced entries and rescues individuals, or assists with rescue operations during fires or other emergencies, as directedMaintains fire department apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds, and hydrantsOperates departmental vehicles under non-emergency conditions, as assignedUses manual, gas-powered, and mechanical cutting toolsVentilates buildings or aircraft, as directed, to remove heat, smoke, and hazardous gasesResponds to multi-story fires or rescue incidents, utilizing ground ladders and aerial apparatusPerforms other related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and scope of the positionAll other duties as assigned by your direct supervisor, director or mayorEssential Job FunctionsEssential job duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following:Responds to emergencies as a member of a fire company or rescue unitMakes forced entries and rescues individuals, or assists with rescue operations during fires or other emergencies, as directedMaintains fire department apparatus, equipment, quarters, buildings, grounds, and hydrants in a clean and operable conditionAdministers emergency first aid, as required, and operates departmental vehicles under non-emergency conditionsUses manual, gas-powered, and mechanical cutting toolsResponds to multi-story fires or rescue incidents, utilizing ground ladders and aerial apparatusVentilates buildings or aircraft, as directed, to release heat, smoke, and hazardous gasesParticipates in fire prevention, public education, and inspection activities, as assignedAll other duties as assigned by your direct supervisor, director or mayorKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesMust possess the required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.Possesses basic knowledge of firefighting methods and modern fire prevention practicesDemonstrates skill in the operation and care of fire apparatus and equipmentExhibits the ability to learn the operation of heavy motorized equipment and a variety of firefighting, fire prevention, and related tasksRequires the ability to engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity and to work extended hours during emergency situationsDemonstrates the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general publicExhibits the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructionsPossesses the ability to read and interpret a variety of maps, plans, and diagramsDemonstrates the ability to perform detailed report writing and record-keeping dutiesEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Previous firefighting experience is preferred but not required.Licenses of CertificationsMust possess a valid Mississippi Driver's LicensePhysical Demands and Working ConditionsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, and kneeling while performing essential job functions, as well as the use of arms and back for climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional crawling. The employee must be able to routinely lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. The role requires sufficient visual acuity to see close objects, distinguish colors, adjust focus, and perceive depth, along with hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to safely operate equipment. Good hearing ability is critical to adequately perform job-related functions. Physical agility, strength, and endurance are required to perform duties involving significant exertion, such as moving victims and climbing ladders, and to handle objects over prolonged periods of time in hazardous weather, atmospheric, and environmental conditions.