Fire Fighter Series 2025-04286

Thank you for your interest in the City of Glendale (Arizona) Firefighter Series 2025-04286. This recruitment process is for the Firefighter Trainee Academy list, Career Firefighter Transition Academy and Bridge Academy lists, depending on the candidates’ experience documented. We recommend candidates read the directions, in theirentirety,to view critical details before completing the application.

All candidates will complete the Firefighter Series recruitment 2025-04286 application with supplemental questions by the stated deadline. Upload proof of documentation as required for consideration. If invited to move forward in the process, candidates will respond and participate by stated deadlines.

For a full job description and requirements, including pay, certifications and physical requirements, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/glendaleaz/classspecs

Application Information -Accuracy / Attention to Detail

Candidates must be truthful and accurate. Falsifying, making errors, or omitting information during any stage of the selection process, may make a candidate ineligible for consideration.

• A resume and cover letter are NOTrequired.
• Limit referencesto supervisor contact information representing the last 7 years of employment.
• Access to the current application is available on the city web page under the JOBS https://www.glendaleaz.com and https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/glendaleaz. Search for the City of Glendale Firefighter Series 2025-04286 and apply. Candidates may be asked to create an application account if they do not already have one. Technical issues: contact NEOGOV's Applicant Support Team or call 855-524-5627 Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm (PT) excluding major holidays.
• Candidates should review the application and attachments to ensure they are legible, not missing information/pages, and attached properly.
• During the testing process candidates will be asked to participate in various steps which require entering contact information on different web-based platforms (application, testing etc.). It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure the information matches across all platforms (including full name, email, phone number, etc.)
• Confirmation: Once the application is complete and submitted the application account can be viewed for confirmation of application received, candidate current status, status changes, updates and/or notice links.
  
  

Communications

• Once the application process closes, all submissions will be logged. When the department is ready, candidates will receive further information about the next steps. Please be prepared to respond promptly to any deadlines.
• It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure the services (phone, email,etc.) listed on the application are set up, active and able to receive information from this department in a timely manner.
  
  

Glendale Fire Department Firefighter Process for All Candidates

Mandatory Test Components Will Have Different Conditions That The Applicant Will Need To Complete Or Attend By Stated Deadlines. Candidates Should Be Aware That If They Are Invited To a Test Process Component They

• Are responsible for access to their own resources, communications / online services with reliable connection and transportation
• May be scheduled on weekdays, weekends, or holidays
• May be invited to in person assessments at our facility if successful in prior testing components
  
  

Specific testing dates and/or component details are notavailable currently. Successful candidates will receive more information if selected to move through the process.

Summary

The city job description contains a comprehensive list of knowledge, skills and abilities for a firefighter trainee including requirements, certifications, pay, special and physical requirements. Candidates must meet qualifications and requirements as stated in the city job description or as detailed in this notice. Below is an abbreviated summary :

• Provides emergency fire suppression, rescue, and medical services. Responds to alarms as a member of a firefighting company.
• Lays and connects hose lines, directs water and pressure streams, uses chemical extinguishers, raises and climbs ladders, ventilates buildings, rescues persons. Operates all types of bars, hooks, lines, forcible entry tools, and other rescue equipment.
• Protects citizens' property; performs salvage and clean-up operations.
• Provides emergency medical technician level assistance at injury or accident scenes involving basic life support, and paramedic support functions.
• Performs first responder hazardous materials procedures.
• Cleans apparatus and equipment; replaces medical supplies and repairs equipment used during emergency responses.
• Prepares and maintains records, logs, and reports regarding alarms, inspections, medical emergencies, and fire prevention activities.
• Operates all necessary equipment including computer terminals, power tools, hand tools, and fire apparatus.
• Participates in drills and classes pertaining to medical services, fire suppression, rescue, street locations, hydraulics, and fire inspections.
• Participates in public education and community relations activities. Participates in fire prevention inspections and enforces related fire codes.
• May assist the Police Department with traffic or crowd control.
• Participates in a physical fitness program to maintain required physical condition.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Principles, practices, and procedures of modern firefighting
  
  

Ability To

• Apply firefighting techniques and procedures; operate firefighting and rescue equipment
• Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies
• Deal effectively with people under stressful situations
• Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, strength, and stamina under emergency conditions
• Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  
  

Firefighter Series Process Qualifications(firefighter Trainee / Firefighter)

Qualifications / requirements are necessary by time of hire,unless otherwise specified.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education. City success Factor Classification Level – Foundational. To view the success factors click here.(If needed, click here to download PDF reader).

Below is an overview for Firefighter Series qualifications which may include but are not limited to :

• High School Education: Diploma or GED by application close date (Uploaded with the application.)
• Age: 18 years or older
• Eyesight: Correctable to 20/40
• Resident of the State of Arizona
• A completed and active Arizona Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. A completed and active Arizona Paramedic certification is also acceptable. A National Registry (NR) certification for EMT or Paramedic is acceptable, at time of hire but conversion to an Arizona Department of Health Services certification is expected by graduation of academy to remain in eligible status. Preference will be given to candidates that have an active Paramedic certification and provide proof at the time of application.
• Current CPAT : A current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is required for most general academy assignments. Glendale will only accept a CPAT from Qualified Agencies showing certified by IAFF (examples include but are not limited to: National Testing Network, Maricopa Community College)
• Valid / Unrestricted Arizona Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
  
  

At the time of hire the city requires all employees to have an Arizona Driver’s license and an acceptable (39 month minimum) driving record per practice by risk management. An MVR will be run by the city if a conditional offer is extended.

• Unacceptable Driving Record Criteria:
  
  

1 or more major convictions in 39 months; or 4 or more minor convictions in 39 months, or 3 or more MVR at-fault vehicle accidents in 39 months, or Combination of minor convictions and MVR at-fault accidents totaling 4 or more in 39 months.

Format below : Violation * ARS cite * Points * Category -

DUI *28-1381 *8 *Major - Extreme DUI *28-1382 *8 *Major -

Aggravated driving while under influence * 28-138 *8 *Major -

Reckless driving *28-693 *8 *Major - Racing on highways *28-708 *8 * Major -

Aggressive driving *28-695 *8 *Major -

Leaving accident scene *28-662-665 *6 *Major - Failure to stop for signal/sign/yield causing death *28-672(A) *6 *Major -

Failure to stop for signal/sign causing serious injury *28-672(A) *4 *Major - Speeding *28-701 *3 *Minor

Driving over gore area *28-644(a)(2) *3 *Minor -

All other moving violations* none *2 *Minor -

Driving while not in compliance with driver's license restrictions *Various *None *Minor-

Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) Preference Points - 38-492

Read the eligibility criteria regarding ARS 38-492sections A, B, C, D, E on the ARS 38-492 web page : https://www.azleg.gov/ars/38/00492.htm

To receive consideration forARS preference points after receiving a passing score, upload acceptable and valid documentation showing necessary information (name etc.) with this city application (PDF preferred).

Veteran (5 points) – Attach DD214 – Member 4, or certification from the VA

• Veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States; and
• release or discharge from Active Duty (separated) from the U.S. armed forces
• under honorable conditions and
• following more than six (6) months of active duty
  
  

Disabled Person (5 points) – Attach a certification of the disability by the medical provider

Veteran and Disabled Person (10 points) – also attach SF-15, or certification from the VA

Veteran's Spouse or Surviving Spouse (5 point) – Attach DD214 – Form 4, or certification from the VA

Service- connected Disability (10 points) – Attach SF-15, or certification from the VA.

Review the attachments prior to submitting the application. The list above is not all inclusive, and consideration for preference points cannot be given if the necessary documents are missing critical or necessary items or are not uploaded with the application.

Selection Process for All Candidates

Candidates whose information, testing, training, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in the next steps of the process. The Fire Chief has final selection authority after reviewing all process information. Human Resources and the Fire Department reserve the right to terminate or extend the life of a process or an eligibility list at any time.

Successful candidates must pass the conditional hiring process, which includes, but is not limited to post offer: Department of Public Safety and FBI background check, fingerprint, MVR, alcohol/drug testing, employer reference check and a medical physical administered by a Glendale Fire Department authorized physician.

All selected candidates will begin at the Firefighter Trainee designation and must successfully complete the assigned academy (Glendale firefighter trainee academy or advanced academy's; Career Firefighter Transition, or Career FirefighterBridge) to become a Glendale Firefighter. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a commitment to serving others, are important.

Career Firefighter Transition or Bridge Advanced Academy - only if selected and qualified

Candidates who wish to be considered and qualify for the advanced academies must meet the additional listed criteria including but not limited to the below requirements. Eligibility for each academy is determined by the Fire Department. Clearly document employment, experience, and upload required certifications relevant to training, education and follow directions as requested.

Advanced Career Firefighter Transition And Bridge Academy Consideration Require

• Successfully completion of the current Firefighter Series testing process, department selection for a conditional offer and successful completion of conditional offer process resulting in eligibility for employment.
• Active Arizona State EMT or Paramedic certification at the time of application. A National Registry (NR) certification for EMT or Paramedic is acceptable, at time of hire but conversion to an Arizona Department of Health Services certification is expected by graduation of academy to remain in eligible status.
• Applicant to be currently working as a career full-time, paid firefighter. This does not include compensated or non-compensated volunteer firefighter, or temporary / seasonal / part time wildland firefighter status. Employment details must be included in the application for consideration.
  
  

Specifically For Bridge Academy: include IFSAC, Pro Board, or State Firefighter I & II certification(s) at time of application. Specifically For Transition Academy:Graduated from a qualified Arizona Fire Academy or training center; City Public Safety Training Center: Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale Regional, Mesa, Phoenix Fire Department Academy; or Temp APS joint fire training center. Certification at time of application.

Required Work Schedule

24 hours on and 48 hours off unless assigned to temporary 40-hour assignments. The schedule is continuous "rolling" schedule and includes holidays andweekends if your shift falls on these days.

Working Conditions

Require working in heavy traffic, in confined, cramped areas, at considerable heights, and under stressful situations, with exposure to extreme heat, adverseweather conditions, hazardous materials, and contagious diseases. Work requires intense concentration, sustained physical activity, intense concentration,heavy lifting and climbing.

Other Elements For All Candidates

Glendale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. During the selection process any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Department.

If candidates have questions regarding this recruitment that are not answered in thisdocument, contact the Fire Personnel Division:

GFD_Recruitment_Team@glendaleaz.com or for Fire Department information

https://www.glendaleaz.com/live/city_services/public_safety/fire_department

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.