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Introduction
The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for an Airport Crash Rescue Firefighter located at the CT Air National Guard base in East Granby, CT.
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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Full-time, First-shift;

Rotating 24/48 hour schedules;

Out-of-state travel may be required for training. Valid Driver's license required;

Applicants invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualifications for this position;

Successful completion of a federal background investigation will be required before individuals are certified for permanent appointment to the position;

ABOUT US:
We are a unique dual-status agency, having both federal and state missions. The CTMD'S primary public responsibilities are:
(1) To support the CT National Guard enabling the National Guard to provide ready units for Federal or State requirements;
(2) To train, resource and coordinate state emergency response assets, and;
(3) To plan for and protect citizens and their property in times of war, terrorism, invasion, rebellion, riot or disaster.
The Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is committed to conducting military operations in an environmentally friendly manner and will continue to perform its mission while looking for new ways to reduce pollution-generating activities and to preserve and enhance all of its valuable training lands.
NOTE: This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing mil.hr@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select "Update My Contact Information."
• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Human Resources at mil.hr@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
At the Connecticut Airport Authority, Bradley International Airport and the Military Department, Connecticut Air National Guard Base this class is accountable for the performance of firefighting and crash rescue functions, provision of emergency medical services, fire prevention inspections and activities and hazardous materials responses.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Incumbents in this class serve as a member of a fire team on an assigned shift and function in the following areas:
FIREFIGHTING AND RESCUE:

• Acts as first responder to fire, medical and hazardous materials incidents;
• Evaluates nature and severity of incidents, selects appropriate tools and techniques and activates appropriate type of water, chemical and/or foam spray;
• Drives apparatus to emergency scene in event of alarm;
• Receives on-the-job training in structural (including high rise) firefighting and various technical rescue procedures;
• Performs related duties as required.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES:

• As a first responder to medical incidents evaluates medical condition of patient;
• Provides temporary treatment and/or critical intervention for injuries;
• Communicates with area hospitals for guidance;
• Transports patient to hospital if necessary;
• Provides rescue services within designated area;
• May be required to serve as a paramedic on scene;
• Performs related duties as required.

FIRE PREVENTION:

• Conducts routine inspection tours of facilities to check and/or maintain alarm boxes, hydrants, smoke and heat detectors, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and foam systems;
• Reports any dangerous or inadequate conditions;
• Designs escape routes;
• May conduct special investigations or present fire prevention training seminars;
• Performs related duties as required.

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE:

• Performs daily maintenance and checking of personal equipment to ensure readiness for emergency situations;
• Examines apparatus to ensure adequate levels of gasoline, oil, water, foam and chemicals;
• Performs operational checks of apparatus and pumps;
• Ensures ambulance and emergency rescue vehicle are stocked with necessary equipment and medical supplies;
• Maintains all bio-hazard equipment;
• Performs related duties as required.

COMMUNICATIONS:

• Serves as dispatcher;
• Checks and tests radios and alarms;
• Maintains communication log;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of
  • firefighting, fire prevention and crash rescue techniques as applied to airports and aircraft crash situations;
  • emergency medical techniques;
  • fire inspection and prevention techniques;
  • hazardous materials and instrumentation;
  • fire codes;
• Skills
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
  • evaluate emergency situations and develop effective courses of action;
  • work under pressure;
  • prepare reports;
  • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
National certification by the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS) or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or state certification by the Connecticut Fire Academy that meet the provisions of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Firefighter 2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Successful completion of prescribed training and probationary requirements set forth in the class of Protective Services Trainee.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants with the following certifications that are IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited:

• Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Airport Firefighter (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician or State of Connecticut Emergency Medical Technician
• Driver Operator Pumper (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
• Driver Operator ARFF (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
• Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply (IFAC and/or Pro Board accredited)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and retain Hazardous Materials Operational level certification.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or Paramedic license.

CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY, BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

• Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license with proper endorsements.
• Incumbents in this class must successfully complete Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training within twelve (12) months of appointment.
• Incumbents in this class must complete annual recurrent Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training.

CONNECTICUT AIR NATIONAL GUARD, MILITARY DEPARTMENT:

• Incumbents in this class must maintain membership in the Connecticut Air National Guard for at least six (6) years after being hired and may be required to attend Air Force Firefighting School within six (6) months of hire.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and retain Department of Defense security clearance.
• Incumbents in this class will be required to complete required training in accordance with the Department of Defense Instruction 6055.6-M within one (1) year of appointment to the classification.
• Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license with proper endorsements and a valid Military Operator's license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate will be made before persons are certified for appointment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must possess general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
• Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to a moderate amount of lifting equipment, danger of injury or loss of life during firefighting and crash rescue operations and handling of hazardous materials, significant mental stress of responding to life and death emergencies and to strongly disagreeable conditions including exposure to weather, loud noises and hazardous materials.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, mino