Firefighter- Uconn Fire Department

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Firefighter

UConn Fire Department

Division of Public and Environmental Safety

The University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, Fire Department is seeking candidates for the position of Firefighter. Under the general direction of a Fire Lieutenant, Firefighters are accountable for providing fire fighting, fire prevention, hazardous materials, technical rescue and emergency medical services.

Examples of Duties: provides fire fighting, technical rescue, fire prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous materials emergency response, equipment maintenance and communications. Receives on-the-job training in fire fighting and rescue procedures, drives apparatus to the emergency scene in the event of alarm, evaluates nature and severity of fire or accident and selects appropriate tools and techniques. Conducts routine inspection tours of facilities to check and/or maintain fire alarm systems, hydrants, smoke and heat detectors, fire extinguishers, sprinkler and foam systems. Reports any dangerous or inadequate conditions. Delivers fire prevention and fire extinguisher training to non-Fire Department personnel. May provide Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician – Basic services to evaluate medical condition of patient and provide pre-hospital treatment and/or critical intervention for injuries and transport patient to hospital if necessary. Performs daily maintenance and inspections of personal equipment to ensure readiness for emergency situations, operational checks of apparatus and pumps, and ensures ambulance and emergency rescue vehicles are stocked with necessary equipment and medical supplies. Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license

• Firefighter II certification pursuant to NFPA 1001 granted by the State of Connecticut or accredited by National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS) or the International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)

Preferred Qualifications: State of Connecticut or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic License or Emergency Medical Technician – Basic License; Bachelors Degree; Associates Degree or 60 college credits; Hazardous Materials Technician Certification pursuant to NFPA 472 (NPQS or IFSAC); EPA or OSHA Hazardous Materials Technician; Pump Operator certification pursuant to NFPA 1002 (NPQS or IFSAC); Aerial Operator certification pursuant to NFPA 1002 (NPQS or IFSAC).

Other Desirable Qualifications: Completion of the Connecticut Fire Academy Recruit Firefighter Training Program or an equivalent program designed for the training of career firefighters; Completion of the State of Connecticut Fire Marshal Pre-Certification Program, Fire Safety Code Inspector Module, Hazardous Material Inspector Module, and/or the Fire Investigation Module, all with current continuing education hours; State of Connecticut Class D Drivers License with Q Endorsement; a Class A or B Commercial Drivers License or a Department of Defense Medium or Heavy Drivers License; Current or honorably discharged member of a United States military service.

Successful applicants will possess good interpersonal skills, good communication skills, ability to evaluate emergency situations and develop effective courses of action, and ability to work under pressure.

This is a full time, permanent position with a rotating schedule. The University of Connecticut offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes hazardous duty retirement and full medical and dental insurance benefits. The closing date for applications is September 18, 2009. Applications for employment are located at

http://www.hr.uconn.edu/forms.html. Please include the title and search number on your application. (Search # 10041DHR)

In keeping with our commitment to build a culturally diverse community,

the University of Connecticut invites applications from women, people with disabilities and members of minority groups.

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Closing date is the 18th and this is not an entry level position. You need to have the minimum certs listed.

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Is there any Connecticut FD's that don't have all those requirements?

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Is there any Connecticut FD's that don't have all those requirements?

There are several.