Role and Responsibilities

• Fire Fighter Candidate will be required to attend and successfully complete the fire academy. 
• Through classroom instruction and practical training, recruits study firefighting and fire-prevention techniques, local building codes, and emergency medical procedures.
• Learn how to respond and fight fires with standard equipment, including axes, chain saws, fire extinguishers, and ladders.
• Learn how to respond and treat medical and trauma related emergencies.
• Duties will also include training, administrative and clerical functions, as well as fire station duties.
• Within established deadline, the fire fighter candidate will be required to become a certified EMT by DSHS and a commissioned firefighter by TCFP.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• The candidate is preferred to have a college degree, but not required.  High school diploma or GED required.
• The candidate must pass a written entrance exam, physical agility, background, interview, physical, and drug test. 

Preferred Skills

Prefer candidate to have computer skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong belief in customer centricity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft Office software.       
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. 
• Knowledge of office administration procedures. 
• Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines. 
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar and written communication skills. 
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills. 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. 
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.

Additional Notes

The Fire Fighter Candidate may become eligible for appointment to a Firefighter upon meeting all of the following:

• Favorable recommendation by the Training Battalion Chief.
• Satisfactory completing the approved training program.
• Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician certification by DSHS.
• Possession of a valid commission of fire protection certificate by TCFP.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The 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. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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**WORK ENVIRONMENT **

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a general office environment.

Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos. 1 & 2 are Equal Opportunity Employers. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, RCESD 1 & 2 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and prospective employees with disabilities. The statements in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to the classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  This document in no way constitutes a contract of employment.  RCESD 1 & 2 reserve the right to modify job descriptions, policies, or any other procedural documents at any time, for any reason without prior notice.