Salary rates above include non-shift rates, longevity, 2% premium for ladder truck and boat operator, and 4% premium for equipment maintenance/SCBA responsibilities which employees are not eligible to receive until a date specified by the collective bargaining agreement or assigned by the Fire Chief.  

Under direction of a unit supervisor, responds to emergency fire and medical calls; uses specialized equipment and tools to save lives; protect property, suppress and extinguish fires and performs emergency first aid and rescue operations; maintains continual availability and readiness of facilities, apparatus, equipment, and supplies; performs non-emergency services including inspections, investigations, equipment testing, record-keeping and other standard fire station routines; maintains and upgrades personal skills and knowledge through internal and external instruction and training programs.

(Note – This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position. )

Emergency Call Response:

• Activates fire and emergency medical communications, equipment, apparatus and emergency call response procedures upon receipt of a call at a fire station. Participates in mutual aid situations during major emergencies in conformance with applicable procedures.

• Drives emergency vehicles, ambulances, apparatus and boats; operates emergency communications devices during call response operations. Transports individuals in medical emergency distress to medical facilities.

• Operates, uses and applies suppression, medical first aid and rescue work equipment, supplies and materials including: heavy water hoses and hydrants, pumps, ladders, ropes breathing apparatus, extraction devices such as the jaws-of-life, floatation devices, hazardous materials containers, foams, wire cutters, hammers, pliers, oxygen tanks, blood pressure cuffs, bandages etc. Performs salvage operations, sweeps water and removes debris, spreads salvage covers, etc.

• Writes and prepares detailed reports and takes follow-up actions as appropriate on emergency calls.

Non-Emergency Operations: 

• Tests, replenishes, cleans and restores equipment and supplies to immediate readiness status upon return from emergency calls. Maintains records of activity; informs appropriate individuals of needed repairs, supplies, etc.

• Prepares pre-fire plans, information and drawing to serve specific locations within call areas.

• Maintains records and information on maps, streets, pre-incident survey data, activity counts, inspections, permits, code compliance, hazardous materials, hydrant and water system reliability, evidence, etc.

• Performs fire and complaint investigations, inspections and code enforcement work. Participates in fire prevention, disaster preparedness, community and general department activities. Performs community service activity such as school fire drills, public education programs, etc.

• Performs routine maintenance work on facilities, apparatus and equipment. Participates in drills and instructional programs concerning station operations and changes. Maintains required certifications/recertification. Participates in departmental meetings involving department operations.

Other Duties 
Regular Attendance is an essential requirement
Performs related work as assigned or required

Combined training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the work required (with reasonable accommodation, if necessary). In the fire and medical emergency response profession, a person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process at the entry-level: graduation from high school or equivalent, with one (1) year of high school level course work in chemistry, algebra or other physical science.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
A valid Washington State driver's license is required and must be obtained prior to date of appointment, or another date set by the City. 

After appointment:

• Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention training, achievement of State of Washington certification and continued maintenance is required.

• Successful achievement of Certification as a State of Washington Emergency Medical Technician and its continued maintenance is required.

Knowledge, skills AND ABILITIES (Entry requirements)

Knowledge of:

Entry-Level
Fundamentals of biology, chemistry and/or algebra at the high school level;
High school level study methods and learning techniques applicable to technical subjects.

Ability to:

Entry Level

Demonstrate physical and psychological readiness for achieving a Fully Trained status in the position, as assessed by professional medical and psychological practitioners;
Learn to quickly analyze prevailing conditions and act decisively during transit and at emergency scenes with due regard for surrounding hazards and circumstances;
Learn to safely operate fire and emergency equipment, vehicles, radios and other emergency communications devices;
Physically perform fire suppression and emergency medical tasks at simulated or actual emergency scenes, safely enter hazardous sites, high places, crawl spaces and other locations with suboptimal access;
Learn to read, interpret and apply the provisions of drawings and specifications, ordinances and regulations in specific situations including investigations;
Learn to identify needs and suggest changes to operating procedures;
Learn to provide specific verbal and written information in fire and medical emergency situations;
Speak, read, understand and write the English language with sufficient clarity as to effectively communicate in emergency situations and in written reports on emergency calls;
Exhibit a high public service priority in contacts with the public and others encountered in the work;
Learn work methods which result in personal and group physical and mental wellness and good morale.

Trained

Perform fire suppression and emergency medical and rescue tasks involving use of physical body strength sufficient for lifting heavy objects and controlling equipment such as pressurized water hoses, pumps and ladders at actual emergency scenes;
Safely enter hazardous sites, high places, crawl spaces and other locations with suboptimal access;
Successfully have demonstrated continuing possession of required Entry Level abilities, completed training and achieved certification as prescribed by departmental
Entry Level standards for the position;
Immediately and appropriately participate in responding to emergency calls using the
City of Bremerton's emergency response procedures;
Operate or learn to operate keyboard activated automated recordkeeping and report generating equipment and systems with sufficient speed and skill as to be able to produce appropriate output.

Fully Trained

Successfully have demonstrated continuing possession of required Trained Level abilities, completed training and achieved certification as prescribed by departmental
Trained Level standards for the position;
Quickly analyze prevailing conditions and act decisively during transit and at emergency scenes with due regard for surrounding hazards and circumstances;
Train and instruct less experienced personnel in technical and procedural matters.

To apply for this position all applicants must test through www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. This agency will administer the written and CPAT tests. The names of all applicants passing the written and CPAT tests will be forwarded to the Civil Service Officer. In order to be invited to the Oral Examinations candidates must pass the CPAT and written tests, and then complete a City of Bremerton Application (with personal résumé, CPAT certification, and EMT certification if currently certified).
Placement on the hiring list is determined by weighted examination scores as follows:
Written Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 40%
CPAT - Pass/Fail
Oral Board Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 60%
An applicant must achieve a total score of seventy percent (70%) or more on each portion of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Application materials required after passing the Written and CPAT Examinations: City application and personal résumé, State of Washington Emergency Medical Technician certification or National Registry (if currently certified as a Emergency Medical Technician), and CPAT certification (obtained within the last two years) are required. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. The City of Bremerton is NOT responsible for errors of any kind with faxed or e-mailed application packets. Original signature is required on paper application forms. It is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training.
Applicants can apply on-line at http://www.ci.bremerton.wa.us/169/Current-Jobs, or application packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Cobweb, or by calling (360) 473-2320.
Employee Preference: Regular City employees applying for and passing an Open Examination will have seven-point five (7.5) percent of their PASSING score added to establish their final score.
Layoff Preference: Qualified applicants who have been laid off or have received notice of layoff from a position outside of the City of Bremerton within twelve (12) months of the date of this announcement, will have five (5) percent of the PASSING score added to their examination score to establish their final score for the eligibility register.
Veteran's Preference: Veterans, who have passed an examination, shall be entitled to preference pursuant to Chapter 41.04 RCW.
Any applicant who wishes to appeal any part of an examination shall file an appeal in writing with the Civil Service Officer within five (5) working days (Civil Service Rule 9.23A) following administration of the examination.
APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR HIRE MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, PSYCHOLOGY EVALUATION, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND SUBMIT A CURRENT DRIVER'S ABSTRACT.
LEGAL and REGULATORY EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Occupational Group: Public Safety Fire and Emergency Medical; Entry through Fully Trained.

Fair Labor Standards Act: The classification qualifies for coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime provisions.

Representation:  The classification is included in the bargaining unit pursuant to the Recognition Article of the current labor agreement between the City of Bremerton and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 437. Payment of Union dues or equivalent fees is required as a condition of employment.

Civil Service: The classification is included in the Civil Service pursuant to State Law and the Bremerton City Charter: Article IX Civil Service Section 35. Commission Rules and Powers: c. "All full paid employees of the Fire department and Police department of the City shall be included under the provisions of this article, and all existing provisions of State Law pertaining to such employees shall be substantially compiled with by the Commission."

Appointment Authority: The position is filled by appointment of the Fire Chief in conformance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission and removal is by action of the Fire Chief in conformance with Rules of the Civil Service Commission.