Manchester - Firefighter/Paramedic

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Department Manchester Fire Department
TypeFirefighter
Job TitleFirefighter/Paramedic
Salary$56,698.11
Location Manchester, CT

Job Announcement

Manchester Fire Department, CT Public Safety JobsMANCHESTER FIRE DEPARTMENT

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

$56,698.11

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis
(Applications will be screened upon receipt)

HOW TO APPLY:

http://hrd1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/employment-opportunities/ 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Performs a variety of duties in response to medical and psychiatric emergencies and
involved in the control and extinguishment of fires; protection of life and property; maintenance of Fire Department
buildings, quarters, equipment and related work as required. Medical supervision is received from the Medical Director or
his/her designee while administrative supervision and firefighting supervision is provided by the Fire Chief – Manchester
Fire Rescue EMS Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a standard high school or technical school or an equivalent as certified
by the State Board of Education. Candidates must possess some mechanical aptitude and have the ability to work with
mechanical-related tools or other mechanical equipment. Experience in firefighting, fire prevention and Emergency
Medical Technician work or an Associate's degree in Fire Science is desirable. Preference is given to applicants who have
completed recruit school.

To be included in our process applicants must be licensed as a Paramedic by the Office of Emergency Medical Services in
Connecticut or be eligible to transfer an out-of-state Paramedic certification to Connecticut or if in paramedic school show
proof they are enrolled in a paramedic program. Please include any of this documentation with your application.
Applicants must possess a Connecticut Paramedic License to be appointed to the position. Candidates are required to
pass a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 24 months prior to appointment date. The CPAT application and
information is available at the CT Fire Academy at www.ct.gov/cfpc or by calling (860) 627-6363.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant’s hearing and vision must meet the applicable specifications defined in the
current edition of NFPA 1582. A comprehensive physical examination conducted by the Town's physician will be required.
The physical examination will include a screening for use of illegal drugs or controlled substances.
Examination Will Consist Of:
Written Examination - Weights: 100% - Passing Score: 70%
Agility Examination (CPAT) - Pass/Fail
The top group of candidates will continue to the department interview for consideration.

The Town of Manchester shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, physical disability or sexual orientation. The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

The Town of Manchester is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans and the
disabled. The above posting is intended as a guide for personnel actions and must not be taken as a complete description of the position or the process.

 


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