What are the responsibilities and job description for the CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER position at Town of Cary?
Description
At Cary, we believe great firefighters deserve great compensation. That's why we've built a pay and benefits package that reflects the value of the professionals who serve our community.
Advance your career with a team that recognizes and rewards professionalism-- Apply today!
ANNUAL STARTING SALARY
Certified Firefighter (Firefighter II): $64,688–$73,361***
Certified Firefighters – We Want You.
Are you a Certified Firefighter ready to take the next step in your career?
The Cary Fire Department is actively seeking Certified Firefighter professionals who are driven, disciplined, and committed to excellence. We’re looking for you to bring your experience, skill, and leadership to a department that sets the standard across the state.
This Is Your Opportunity To
All newly hired Certified Firefighters will participate in a 4-week orientation and skills assessment program designed to familiarize them with Cary Fire Department operations and ensure they can successfully demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and performance required for the position. Additional training and support may be provided when needed. Successful completion of the program, including demonstrating proficiency in required skills and meeting established department standards, is required for continued employment.
During your training and assessment, you will work to be able to:
Out of state? No problem. We want to hear from you too! If you hold firefighter certifications accredited by IFSAC or Pro Board that are eligible for North Carolina equivalent credit, along with a current National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification, we encourage you to apply. **Please be sure to review the required onsite dates and requirements listed below before applying.
September 28 – October 12 (noon) Application Window Open
October 12- October 16 Application Review
October 19- October 23 Virtual Interviews
October 26- October 30 In Person Skills Assessment (see below)
November 2- November 6 In Person Final Interviews/Decisions
November 10 Contingent Job Offers
December 1 Medical Exams/ Stress Testing
Background Investigation
Fingerprint Check
December 20 Final Job Offers
January 11 Anticipated Start Date
NOTE--- Where timeline is labeled "In Person," candidates MUST be on site.
Knowledge of basic firefighting principles, techniques and procedures; Knowledge of the practices of life support skills as an EMT; Knowledge of town layout including street names; Knowledge of the operation of fire equipment; Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions; Proficiency in emergency medical techniques and procedures; Ability to learn fire prevention and pre-planning strategies and techniques; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to communicate with co-workers and the general public clearly, effectively, and efficiently; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and the public; Ability to keep simple records and prepare reports; Ability to use computers in automated information processing; Possession of mechanical aptitude.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER (Firefighter II)
All applicants who advance past the initial virtual interview must participate in an in-person skills assessment as part of the hiring process. The assessment will include selected practical skills drawn from the North Carolina Firefighter certification standards. Additional information regarding the skills assessment, including the date, time, location, and any preparation instructions, will be provided via email. These assessments are Pass/Fail.
Firefighters must have the agility and physical strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, the ability to walk and move about without assistance, lift, and carry heavy objects, climb, stoop, pull, push, reach, and perform all other physical activities normally encountered in fire suppression work like pushing objects up to 25 pounds, pull objects from 25 to 50 pounds, and lift or pull victims. Firefighters must be able to smell, talk, hear and see, and effectively and efficiently communicate with citizens and co-workers. There is no age MAXIMUM.
Minimum And Preferred Qualifications
The following are the MINIMUM Requirements to apply for Certified Firefighter.
Certified Firefighter (Firefighter II)
The Following Links Can Be Used For Additional Information
Cary FD Recruitment Website
Cary FD Facebook Site
Cary Benefits Information
NC OSFM Certification Equivalent Credit Information[TH7]
Certified Firefighter Job Specification (Firefighter II)
TENTATIVE HIRING PROCESS TIMELINE: (subject to change)
September 28 – October 12 (noon) Application Window Open
October 12- October 16 Application Review
October 19- October 23 Virtual Interviews
October 26- October 30 In Person Skills Assessment (see below)
November 2- November 6 In Person Final Interviews/Decisions
November 10 Contingent Job Offers
December 1 Medical Exams/ Stress Testing
Background Investigation
Fingerprint Check
December 20 Final Job Offers
January 11 Anticipated Start Date
NOTE--- Where timeline is labeled "In Person," candidates MUST be on site.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Learn More About Our Benefits.
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.
01
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Are you a high school graduate or do you have a GED?
Do you currently possess a valid, active driver's license with a good driving history?
Do you posses a Class "B" driver's license or higher?
Did you graduate from a qualifying, direct delivery fire academy (community college, a municipal fire department, or a regional training center)—authorized to deliver certified fire and rescue training courses and testing . If YES, provide the NAME of the fire academy and DATE OF GRADUATION. If not, type NO in the box.
06
This recruitment is for fully certified firefighters. Are you fully certified and meet the following MINIMUM requirements?---- Must have successfully graduated from a qualifying fire academy or possess at least one (1) year of full-time paid firefighting experience--- A high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age (at time of employment) is required ----A valid, NC driver's license with a good driving record is required (must obtain a NC Class "B" license within 1 year of hire)----NC Fire Fighter (I & II) ----NC EMT ----NC Hazardous Materials Operations ----ICS-100, ICS-200 ----IS-700 NIMS, IS-800 NRF.
If you indicated that you are fully certified and meet all the minimum requirements you must attach a copy of your OSFM Certification Transcript Summary as an attachment to this application. HAVE YOU ATTACHED THIS DOCUMENT? (Out of state applicants must attach copies of transferrable certifications). ***applications with no proof of certifications will not be considered.
Do you currently work as a Firefighter? If "yes", please indicate status. This experience must also be included in the work history section of your application.
If you currently work as Firefighter, please provide the following information: Department, Dates of Service, Chief's name. If not, state N/A
10
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of any of the following: Driving while intoxicated, Driving under the influence of drugs, Negligent homicide arising out of the use of a motor vehicle (gross negligence), Driving during a period of suspension or revocation, Using a motor vehicle for the commission of a felony, Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle, Driving a motor vehicle without the owner's authority (grand theft), Permitting an unlicensed person to drive, Reckless driving, Speed contest, or Hit and run driving?
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of four (4) or more moving violations such as: Speeding, Running a traffic light, Street racing, or other violation?
In the past seven (7) years, have you been "convicted" of Burglary, Robbery, Theft, Larceny, Assault, or other type of felony?
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of Failure to Appear in court for a traffic violation? If "yes", please explain the reason why you did not appear in court. If not, please state N/A.
14
Do you currently have any pending charges for criminal offenses and/or traffic violations? If "yes", please explain fully in the next question.
If you answered "yes" to having any pending charges for criminal offenses and/or traffic violations, please explain here, otherwise type NA in the box.
16
How many total years of paid, full time firefighting experience do you have?- This experience must be reflected in the work history of your application.
Do you possess an associate degree? If so, what was your field of study? If not, type N/A in the box.
18
Do you possess a bachelor's degree? If so, what was your major? If not, please type N/A in the box.
19
Have you ever served in the military? If "yes," what branch of service? Active duty? Reserves? Dates of service? Discharge status: Honorable/ Dishonorable? If "no," please state N/A.
20
Why are you interested in becoming a Cary Firefighter?
At Cary, we believe great firefighters deserve great compensation. That's why we've built a pay and benefits package that reflects the value of the professionals who serve our community.
Advance your career with a team that recognizes and rewards professionalism-- Apply today!
ANNUAL STARTING SALARY
Certified Firefighter (Firefighter II): $64,688–$73,361***
- Starting salary offers will be based on verified full-time certified firefighting experience and applicable qualifications.
Certified Firefighters – We Want You.
Are you a Certified Firefighter ready to take the next step in your career?
The Cary Fire Department is actively seeking Certified Firefighter professionals who are driven, disciplined, and committed to excellence. We’re looking for you to bring your experience, skill, and leadership to a department that sets the standard across the state.
This Is Your Opportunity To
- Join one of the premier fire departments in North Carolina
- Work alongside highly trained, motivated professionals
- Serve a growing, progressive community
- Continue developing your skills in a culture built on teamwork, performance, and pride
- The most competitive pay in the area as well as a career ladder promotion program with several levels of advancement possibilities
- Comprehensive benefits package for all stages of your life
- Ownership in an organization that is committed to excellence, high-quality service delivery and putting people first
- Commitment to making all things better through experimenting in an effort to learn, fail, and grow
- Opportunity to lead from where you are and leadership development
- Collaboration and problem-solving in a team environment
All newly hired Certified Firefighters will participate in a 4-week orientation and skills assessment program designed to familiarize them with Cary Fire Department operations and ensure they can successfully demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and performance required for the position. Additional training and support may be provided when needed. Successful completion of the program, including demonstrating proficiency in required skills and meeting established department standards, is required for continued employment.
During your training and assessment, you will work to be able to:
- Perform firefighter skills at a proficient level
- Perform EMT skills at a proficient level
- Maintain a high level of physical fitness and meet established performance standards
Out of state? No problem. We want to hear from you too! If you hold firefighter certifications accredited by IFSAC or Pro Board that are eligible for North Carolina equivalent credit, along with a current National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification, we encourage you to apply. **Please be sure to review the required onsite dates and requirements listed below before applying.
- This posting is for Certified Firefighters only**
September 28 – October 12 (noon) Application Window Open
October 12- October 16 Application Review
October 19- October 23 Virtual Interviews
October 26- October 30 In Person Skills Assessment (see below)
November 2- November 6 In Person Final Interviews/Decisions
November 10 Contingent Job Offers
December 1 Medical Exams/ Stress Testing
Background Investigation
Fingerprint Check
December 20 Final Job Offers
January 11 Anticipated Start Date
NOTE--- Where timeline is labeled "In Person," candidates MUST be on site.
- Skills Assessment: Applicants selected for consideration in the hiring process will be required to participate in a skills assessment. The assessment will include selected practical skills drawn from the North Carolina Firefighter certification standards. Additional information regarding the skills assessment, including the date, time, location, and any preparation instructions, will be provided via email. These assessments are Pass/Fail.
- Responds to alarms and participates in the suppression of fires, including rescue, forcible entry, ventilation, salvage, and overhaul work and first response emergency situations;
- Responds to basic life support calls as an EMT;
- Administers defibrillation as needed;
- Provides other emergency medical procedures consistent with Wake County protocols;
- Provides assistance to other emergency medical personnel;
- Performs basic rescue functions in vehicle extrication, collapsed structures, trench, confined spaces, high level, and swift water;
- Works with the Police Department in performing missing person searches;
- Responds to hazardous materials calls including weapons of mass destruction, radiological emergencies, and drug labs;
- Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment, cleans fire station and grounds; checks readiness of equipment;
- May also have responsibility for checking and maintaining specialty rescue equipment;
- Plans work assignments and procedures;
- Prepares risk assessments for multi-family, residential, commercial, and public buildings;
- Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and practices;
- Gives educational talks and demonstrations to groups of children and adults;
- Gives firehouse tours to visitors and assists with educational programs throughout the year;
- Participates in mandatory physical fitness training;
- Assists in residential fire safety checks;
- Performs other job-related tasks as required
Knowledge of basic firefighting principles, techniques and procedures; Knowledge of the practices of life support skills as an EMT; Knowledge of town layout including street names; Knowledge of the operation of fire equipment; Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions; Proficiency in emergency medical techniques and procedures; Ability to learn fire prevention and pre-planning strategies and techniques; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to communicate with co-workers and the general public clearly, effectively, and efficiently; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and the public; Ability to keep simple records and prepare reports; Ability to use computers in automated information processing; Possession of mechanical aptitude.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER (Firefighter II)
All applicants who advance past the initial virtual interview must participate in an in-person skills assessment as part of the hiring process. The assessment will include selected practical skills drawn from the North Carolina Firefighter certification standards. Additional information regarding the skills assessment, including the date, time, location, and any preparation instructions, will be provided via email. These assessments are Pass/Fail.
Firefighters must have the agility and physical strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, the ability to walk and move about without assistance, lift, and carry heavy objects, climb, stoop, pull, push, reach, and perform all other physical activities normally encountered in fire suppression work like pushing objects up to 25 pounds, pull objects from 25 to 50 pounds, and lift or pull victims. Firefighters must be able to smell, talk, hear and see, and effectively and efficiently communicate with citizens and co-workers. There is no age MAXIMUM.
Minimum And Preferred Qualifications
The following are the MINIMUM Requirements to apply for Certified Firefighter.
Certified Firefighter (Firefighter II)
- Must have successfully graduated from a qualifying, direct delivery fire academy (community college, a municipal fire department, regional training center, etc)—authorized to deliver certified fire and rescue training courses and testing or possess at least one (1) year of full-time paid firefighting experience.
- A high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age (at time of employment) is required
- A valid, NC driver's license with a good driving record is required (must obtain a NC Class "B" license within 1 year of hire)
- NC Fire Fighter (I & II)
- NC EMT
- NC Hazardous MaterialsOperations
- ICS-100, ICS-200
- IS-700 NIMS, IS-800 NRF
- TR Rescue Common Passenger Vehicle or TR-Ropes is required or must be obtained within first 12-months of hire date.
- You must include a valid email address on your application and check it regularly to ensure that a spam blocker does not prevent you from receiving important information. All communication with candidates will be through the email address provided on your application.
- You must include your OSFM Certification Transcript Summary as an attachment to this application if you are certified in North Carolina. (if applying from out of state, all certifications must be attached).
- You must indicate type of offense(s) AND date(s) you were convicted (if applicable) if answering YES to question about felony convictions.
- You must fill out your application according to the directions on the application. --Incomplete applications or applications that do not fully answer all required questions will not be considered.
- You must complete a medical exam in accordance with NFPA 1582 (if job is offered), drug testing and background check (which may include fingerprinting, criminal history check, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.
The Following Links Can Be Used For Additional Information
Cary FD Recruitment Website
Cary FD Facebook Site
Cary Benefits Information
NC OSFM Certification Equivalent Credit Information[TH7]
Certified Firefighter Job Specification (Firefighter II)
TENTATIVE HIRING PROCESS TIMELINE: (subject to change)
September 28 – October 12 (noon) Application Window Open
October 12- October 16 Application Review
October 19- October 23 Virtual Interviews
October 26- October 30 In Person Skills Assessment (see below)
November 2- November 6 In Person Final Interviews/Decisions
November 10 Contingent Job Offers
December 1 Medical Exams/ Stress Testing
Background Investigation
Fingerprint Check
December 20 Final Job Offers
January 11 Anticipated Start Date
NOTE--- Where timeline is labeled "In Person," candidates MUST be on site.
- Skills Assessment: Applicants selected for consideration in the hiring process will be required to participate in a skills assessment. The assessment will include selected practical skills drawn from the North Carolina Firefighter certification standards. Additional information regarding the skills assessment, including the date, time, location, and any preparation instructions, will be provided via email. These assessments are Pass/Fail.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Learn More About Our Benefits.
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.
01
Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
Are you a high school graduate or do you have a GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently possess a valid, active driver's license with a good driving history?
- Yes
- No
Do you posses a Class "B" driver's license or higher?
- Yes
- No
Did you graduate from a qualifying, direct delivery fire academy (community college, a municipal fire department, or a regional training center)—authorized to deliver certified fire and rescue training courses and testing . If YES, provide the NAME of the fire academy and DATE OF GRADUATION. If not, type NO in the box.
06
This recruitment is for fully certified firefighters. Are you fully certified and meet the following MINIMUM requirements?---- Must have successfully graduated from a qualifying fire academy or possess at least one (1) year of full-time paid firefighting experience--- A high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age (at time of employment) is required ----A valid, NC driver's license with a good driving record is required (must obtain a NC Class "B" license within 1 year of hire)----NC Fire Fighter (I & II) ----NC EMT ----NC Hazardous Materials Operations ----ICS-100, ICS-200 ----IS-700 NIMS, IS-800 NRF.
- Yes
- No
If you indicated that you are fully certified and meet all the minimum requirements you must attach a copy of your OSFM Certification Transcript Summary as an attachment to this application. HAVE YOU ATTACHED THIS DOCUMENT? (Out of state applicants must attach copies of transferrable certifications). ***applications with no proof of certifications will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
- N/A- I don't have any FF related certificiations
Do you currently work as a Firefighter? If "yes", please indicate status. This experience must also be included in the work history section of your application.
- Full Time
- Part Time
- Volunteer
- No
If you currently work as Firefighter, please provide the following information: Department, Dates of Service, Chief's name. If not, state N/A
10
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of any of the following: Driving while intoxicated, Driving under the influence of drugs, Negligent homicide arising out of the use of a motor vehicle (gross negligence), Driving during a period of suspension or revocation, Using a motor vehicle for the commission of a felony, Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle, Driving a motor vehicle without the owner's authority (grand theft), Permitting an unlicensed person to drive, Reckless driving, Speed contest, or Hit and run driving?
- Yes
- No
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of four (4) or more moving violations such as: Speeding, Running a traffic light, Street racing, or other violation?
- Yes
- No
In the past seven (7) years, have you been "convicted" of Burglary, Robbery, Theft, Larceny, Assault, or other type of felony?
- Yes
- No
In the past five (5) years, have you been "convicted" of Failure to Appear in court for a traffic violation? If "yes", please explain the reason why you did not appear in court. If not, please state N/A.
14
Do you currently have any pending charges for criminal offenses and/or traffic violations? If "yes", please explain fully in the next question.
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to having any pending charges for criminal offenses and/or traffic violations, please explain here, otherwise type NA in the box.
16
How many total years of paid, full time firefighting experience do you have?- This experience must be reflected in the work history of your application.
- N/A- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 Year
- 2 Years
- 3 Years
- 4 Years
- 5 Years
- 6 Years
Do you possess an associate degree? If so, what was your field of study? If not, type N/A in the box.
18
Do you possess a bachelor's degree? If so, what was your major? If not, please type N/A in the box.
19
Have you ever served in the military? If "yes," what branch of service? Active duty? Reserves? Dates of service? Discharge status: Honorable/ Dishonorable? If "no," please state N/A.
20
Why are you interested in becoming a Cary Firefighter?
- Required Question
Salary : $64,688 - $73,361