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Description Capital City Fire Rescue (CCFR) is pleased to announce a 2nd round of our paid Firefighter Apprenticeship Program. This comprehensive 10-month initiative offers a direct pathway into a fulfilling and stable career in emergency service, with no prior experience required. CCFR will select four (4) highly motivated individuals to participate in the program.

Apprentices will receive paid, hands-on training while earning industry-recognized certifications, including Alaska EMT-1 and IFSAC Firefighter I. Designed to eliminate traditional barriers to entry, the program provides a unique opportunity to gain essential skills and qualifications without the need for college enrollment, relocation, or extended volunteer service. Upon successful completion, apprentices will be eligible to apply for permanent, full-time positions with Capital City Fire Rescue.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR This is a great opportunity to begin a career in Fire and EMS. We are looking for individuals who are community service-minded, physically fit, and of excellent moral character. Top candidates will embody our mission, vision, and values in service to the community.

CORE VALUES: Teamwork, Integrity, Professionalism, Positive Attitude, and Service OUR MISSION: We serve and protect our community from life- and property-threatening emergencies in a competent, professional, and proactive manner. OUR VISION: Our vision is to provide fire, rescue, and emergency medical services at the highest level of excellence, professionalism, and commitment to the community. Proud of our past and embracing our future, the members of Capital City Fire/Rescue will work as an effective and integrated team, dedicated to continuous improvement and maintaining a positive environment.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION Capital City Fire Rescue (CCFR) provides 24/7 emergency services to the City and Borough of Juneau. During the initial 8 to 12 weeks of the apprenticeship program, participants will work a standard Monday through Friday schedule, consisting of 40 hours per week with 8-hour days. Once EMT certification is obtained and firefighter training commences, apprentices will transition to a 24-hour shift schedule and reside at the fire station during their assigned shifts.

CCFR operates two primary live-in stations: the Juneau Station, located in the downtown area, and the Glacier Station, situated near the Juneau International Airport. Additional stations include Douglas, Auke Bay, and Lynn Canal. All shift personnel work a rotating schedule of 24 hours on duty followed by 48 hours off.

OPEN HOUSE AND INFORMATIONAL SESSION There will be an open house at the Glacier Fire Station, located at 1700 Crest Street from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 23. Please plan to join us to get a tour of the facilities and learn more about the program. Typical Responsibilities DESCRIPTION OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Phase 1: Department Operations & EMT-1 Certification (Weeks 1-12) Week 1: Intro to operations, communications, driving, PPE, and basic skills Weeks 2-8: EMT-1 certification via APEC and local protocol training Weeks 9-12: Shift integration and firefighter fundamentals Benchmarks: EMT certification, protocol testing, skill proficiency (14 AFSC skills), and written exam Phase 2: EMT-1 Precepting & Hazmat Awareness (Weeks 13-22) Supervised EMT practice, fire behavior, equipment, and hazmat basics Benchmarks: Precepting completion, 20 skill demonstrations, and a written exam Phase 3: Suppression & Rescue Operations (Weeks 23-40) Interior fire attack, search and rescue, firefighter survival Benchmarks: Written exam and demonstration of 20 new skills, plus continued proficiency in prior skills Phase 4: Hazmat Operations (Weeks 41-42) Focused training on hazardous materials operations Benchmarks: Written exam and demonstration of 15 hazmat-specific skills Final Testing & Employment Weeks 43-44: Competency & Certification Week 43: Final skills and physical ability testing Week 44: AFSC/IFSAC certification exams (Firefighter I & Hazmat Ops) Successful candidates receive AHJ Firefighter certification Post-Program Employment Must pass a physical ability test Apply through CBJ Human Resources Hiring based on PAT scores, apprenticeship performance, and number of available positions.

Minimum Qualifications Firefighter EMT Apprentice (Range 722) $46,824.96 Annually Education: High School graduation or valid GED certificate. Other: Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment. A valid Driver's License at time of appointment and for continued employment

Certification(s): Valid Emergency Trauma Technician Certification within four (4) weeks of appointment and for continued employment. *Certification as a State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician I or higher within one year of appointment. Note: Employees must advance from the Emergency Trauma Technician level to the Emergency Medical Technician I level once they obtain the required certifications, meet performance standards, and meet minimum qualifications of the higher level.

The Department may provide ETT Certification training to the applicant upon receipt of conditional job offer. Firefighter- EMT Trainee- (Range 724) $52,648.96 Annually Education: High School graduation or a valid GED certificate. Other: Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment

A valid Driver's License at time of appointment and for continued employment. Certification(s): Certification by the State of Alaska as an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher at time of appointment and for continued employment. Positions requiring Scene Support as a Primary Duty: Certification as a State of Alaska Firefighter within eighteen (18) months of appointment.

NOTE: Appointment to a Firefighter - EMT position will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the psychological assessment. A medical evaluation is required for positions assigned to fire scene support when it is a primary duty of the position. Firefighter- EMT I - (Range 726) $58,502.08 Annually Education: High School graduation or a valid GED certificate

Other: Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment. A valid Alaska Driver's License at time of appointment and for continued employment. Certification(s): Certification as a State of Alaska Firefighter I or an equivalent certification as determined by the Fire Chief at time of appointment.

Certification as a State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician I or higher or an EMT certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. NOTE: Appointment to a Firefighter - EMT position will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the psychological assessment, CPAT, and the medical evaluation. Continued employment and advancement opportunities: Continued employment requires completion of the on-the-job training program, meeting or exceeding performance standards, and the following conditions: EMT I: Within twelve (12) months of appointment, full-time employees must obtain & maintain certification as a State of Alaska EMT II.

Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Attach any certifications you already have that may be relevant to Fire or EMS training. List any experience you have as a Volunteer Firefighter and/or Cadet. Highlight job experience you may have in a field of work that translates well to Fire or EMS work.

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO Hiring Manager: Assistant Chief of Administration, Sam Russell Phone Number: (907) 586-5322, Ext. 4324 Email: Sam.Russell@juneau.gov Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements. Education If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts

Work Experience If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application. If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.

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