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County of Ford

Firefighter/EMT

Dodge City, KS · On-site

This is an entry level position. Experience will be obtained on the job. Education: High School ... Firefighter I rating must be obtained within one year of employment. Skills: Strong grammatical ...

County Of Ford

Firefighter/EMT

Dodge City, KS · On-site

$15.65 - $16.44/hr

This is an entry level position. Experience will be obtained on the job. Education: High School ... Firefighter I rating must be obtained within one year of employment. Skills: Strong grammatical ...

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What is the difference between Entrylevel Firefighter vs Firefighter Trainee?

AspectEntrylevel FirefighterFirefighter Trainee
CertificationsFirefighter I & II, EMT certification often requiredTypically in training, may not have full certifications yet
Work EnvironmentActive firefighting, emergency response, rescue operationsTraining environment, supervised practice, classroom learning
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, emergency servicesFire academies, training programs, fire departments

Entrylevel Firefighters are fully qualified to respond to emergencies and perform firefighting duties, while Firefighter Trainees are in the process of training and gaining necessary certifications. Trainees work under supervision and are not yet fully certified, whereas Entrylevel Firefighters have completed training and are authorized to operate independently in emergency situations.

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Firefighter - Topeka Fire Department

Firefighter - Topeka Fire Department

City of Topeka

Topeka, KS • On-site

$52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

The City of Topeka is seeking individuals interested in pursuing a career in fire service. We believe in recruiting the best, brightest, most diverse candidates to work as a team to serve our citizens and make our community safer. A Firefighter saves lives and protects property by providing excellence and leadership in fire, rescue, emergency medical response, fire prevention and public education.
La ciudad de Topeka está buscando personas interesadas en seguir una carrera en el servicio de bomberos. Creemos en contratar a los mejores, más brillantes y más diversos candidatos para que trabajen en equipo para servir a nuestros ciudadanos y hacer que nuestra comunidad sea más segura. Un bombero salva vidas y protege la propiedad al proveer excelencia y liderazgo en incendios, rescate, respuesta médica de emergencia, prevención de incendios y educación pública.
Interested candidates must register, complete and successfully pass the Entry Level Firefighter exam and the City of Topeka Physical Ability Test (COTPAT) or CPAT to be eligible for consideration.
To register for an upcoming test date, please click 'Start Your Application' on the City of Topeka's careers site at https://www.topeka.org/careers.
What to expect in the recruitment process:
  1. Register and successfully complete the Entry Level Firefighter Exam and City of Topeka Physical
  2. Ability Test (COTPAT) or CPAT
  3. Background Investigation
  4. Interview Process (Fire Management Board, Fire Chief and Civil Service Commission)
  5. Exam Process (Polygraph, Psychological and Medical Exams)
  6. Final Offer

Annual Firefighter III Starting Salary: $52,715
Click here to view a full position description (Please right-click and open in a new tab)
Questions? Contact our Fire Administration Office at 785-368-4000
Benefits & Incentives
  • 24 Hour Shifts
  • Department issues all required gear
  • Kelly Days and 11 Paid Holidays per Year
  • Generous Sick & Vacation Accruals
  • Health Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Kansas Police & Fire Retirement Benefits
  • Education Bonus
  • Contractual Agreement Between the City of Topeka and IAFF Union Local 83

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