Firefighter

Job Title

Firefighter

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

County of Henrico Division of Fire

About Us

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

The Division of Fire is an internationally accredited fire service agency, being continuously accredited since 1998. In 2015, Henrico County received a Class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO). This is the highest possible rating for a community. The Division of Fire serves the community from twenty-one strategically located community firehouses staffed by over 600 highly trained and certified firefighters. All field personnel are state certified firefighters and certified to the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) level. Over 200 are also certified to provide advanced life support (ALS) services. The Division currently has on duty each day 22 engines, 17 advanced life support medic units, 6 ladder trucks, 3 heavy rescue companies, 2 EMS supervisors, 3 battalion chiefs, a shift safety captain, and a shift commander. The Division of Fire also operates numerous specialty equipment available each day. Utilizing the above staff and equipment the following services are provided: urban and rural fire services and response; emergency medical advanced life support services and transport; specialized teams (HAZMAT, technical rescue, dive/swift water); fire prevention, education, and investigations; response and recovery to natural and man-made disasters.

General Statement of Duties

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, July 1, 2024.

Engages directly in firefighting, rescue, fire prevention, equipment operation and maintenance, fire station maintenance, community service, training activities or EMS functions in the Division of Fire; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

The County of Henrico Division of Fire is recruiting for firefighters with and without experience. The mission of the Division of Fire is a community-driven, professional public safety and service organization that takes PRIDE in stewardship and public trust. For more information on being a part of the County of Henrico Division of Fire team, please click here.

The Henrico Division of Fire is seeking qualified applicants to become firefighting professionals. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application and have completed high school at time of hire. Selected applicants will attend a fire academy of approximately 24-weeks in length before being assigned to field operations. Experienced applicants must have previously completed a municipal, career fire academy and currently hold the following certifications: Virginia Firefighter I and II, Virginia Hazardous Materials Operations, Virginia Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course (EVOC,) Virginia Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B.) In addition to these certifications, qualified experienced applicants must have at least one year of firefighting experience, excluding recruit academy training, with a career fire service agency. Selected experienced applicants will attend a modified fire academy of approximately 6-weeks in length before being assigned to field operations. Both applicants with experience and without experience will receive a starting annual pay rate of $61,797. Selected applicants who are certified as an Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate or Paramedic – will qualify for advanced life support incentive pay after completing required training. Selected applicants will be eligible to enter the Division of Fire's career development program which may increase the pay rate over the first several years of the member's career.

Ability and willingness to learn; ability to communicate with others effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to maintain composure and to work well with peers, superiors and the public under stressful & emergency conditions, as well as under more relaxed conditions; ability to comply with oral and written instructions, to follow directions and to carry out orders under stressful emergency conditions, as well as under more relaxed conditions; ability to exercise sound judgment during emergency situations; ability to solve problems in a logical, creative and resourceful manner; ability to climb a ladder and work from heights; ability to work in confined spaces, ability to work in and around temperatures extremes (both heat and cold); ability to operate a motor vehicle; ability to keep simple records and to make oral and written reports; basic math ability; dependability; positive attitude; flexibility; physical conditioning which permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the firefighting profession.

NOTE: To progress to the next stage of the process, it is essential that you fully complete our application. Furthermore, once the job posting closes, all eligible applicants will receive an email containing a link to take the required Firefighter exam. This exam can be conveniently taken remotely from your computer with a camera.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must also be at least eighteen (18) years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

Additional Information

Interested candidates MUST thoroughly complete and submit an application and All required documents by July 1, 2024.

For an overview of the firefighter hiring process, please click here.

Applicants who successfully meet the requirements for this position will be invited to take a written test. To access the study guide for the written test, please click here.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

An applicant may be disqualified if his/her driving record reflects: an accumulation of more than six Department of Motor Vehicle demerit points within the last twelve (12) months; or more than two (2) moving violation convictions within the last twelve (12) months; or a DUI conviction within the last twelve (12) months.

Must submit to a battery of pre-employment tests (written and physical strength/agility). Must be eligible for and successfully complete a Commonwealth of Virginia EMT-B Certification course as part of the Division of Fire Recruit Academy. Requires a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests and substance-abuse tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services or their contractors, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the position.

Please attach the following required documents when submitting your application:

• Proof of High School Graduation or GED (copy of transcripts or diploma)
• Current Department of Motor Vehicles driving record
• Proof of College Credits/Degree (copy of transcripts or Diploma)
• Form DD214 for Veterans or NGB-22 for National Guard
• Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate if passed after October 15, 2023
• A copy of all Fire/EMS/Trade Certifications

How To Apply

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, July 1, 2024.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.

Minimum Salary

61797

Maximum Salary

Currency

USD

Main Organization

General Government

General Government

Employment Status

Permanent Fulltime

Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home