What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter position at City of La Crosse?
The City of La Crosse Police and Fire Commission is accepting applications for the purpose of establishing an eligibility list for full-time entry-level Firefighters.
Responsibilities include working as a team member to prevent and suppress fires, protect life and property and to provide medical assistance as an emergency medical technician. Successful applicants must possess a current WI Firefighter II certification, a current National or State of Wisconsin EMT license at time of hire, a minimum of an Associate degree in Fire Science or related field; or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is an entry level position with an annual starting salary of $56,376.32. Additional pay is available for candidates with Paramedic license.
Benefits: The City of La Crosse offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision plan, Wisconsin Retirement plan, flexible spending account, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, income continuation insurance, paid holidays, paid vacations, paid sick leave, and a variety of wellness initiatives. Benefit perks: low medical plan premium costs having a $400 deductible, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, 11 paid holidays.
Documentation of certifications must be provided when application is submitted. Additionally, applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a valid unrestricted driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED. Medical, vision and hearing requirements shall be in accordance with NFPA standards 1582. Tobacco use is prohibited on and off duty. Applicants are subject to post offer/pre-employment drug screen, physical exam, psychological exam, and background check. The City of La Crosse supports attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity.
For consideration, all applicants must submit a completed application through www.FireDepartmentHiring.com. This position requires FireTeam exam and CPAT which may be completes following the instructions at www.FireDepartmentHiring.com or www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. (The CPAT may be taken at any licensed agency. Please upload documentation confirming your CPAT with your application.)
Applications accepted throughAugust 31st, 2023.
NOTE TO INTERESTED APPLICANTS: Applications may NOT be submitted through this site. Visit www.FireDepartmentHiring.com to submit an application.
Responsibilities include working as a team member to prevent and suppress fires, protect life and property and to provide medical assistance as an emergency medical technician. Successful applicants must possess a current WI Firefighter II certification, a current National or State of Wisconsin EMT license at time of hire, a minimum of an Associate degree in Fire Science or related field; or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is an entry level position with an annual starting salary of $56,376.32. Additional pay is available for candidates with Paramedic license.
Benefits: The City of La Crosse offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision plan, Wisconsin Retirement plan, flexible spending account, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, income continuation insurance, paid holidays, paid vacations, paid sick leave, and a variety of wellness initiatives. Benefit perks: low medical plan premium costs having a $400 deductible, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, 11 paid holidays.
Documentation of certifications must be provided when application is submitted. Additionally, applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a valid unrestricted driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED. Medical, vision and hearing requirements shall be in accordance with NFPA standards 1582. Tobacco use is prohibited on and off duty. Applicants are subject to post offer/pre-employment drug screen, physical exam, psychological exam, and background check. The City of La Crosse supports attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity.
For consideration, all applicants must submit a completed application through www.FireDepartmentHiring.com. This position requires FireTeam exam and CPAT which may be completes following the instructions at www.FireDepartmentHiring.com or www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. (The CPAT may be taken at any licensed agency. Please upload documentation confirming your CPAT with your application.)
Applications accepted throughAugust 31st, 2023.
NOTE TO INTERESTED APPLICANTS: Applications may NOT be submitted through this site. Visit www.FireDepartmentHiring.com to submit an application.
An Equal Opportunity Employer/A Drug Free Workplace
Salary : $56,376
