The City of Racine Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter. An eligibility list will be used to fill anticipated vacancies.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year. Testing and interviews will be conducted as needed. Notification will go out to all eligible applicants 30 days in advance of a scheduled written test date.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Company Officer or higher ranking fire personnel, the Firefighter is responsible for protecting the community from both non-emergency and emergency situations to include community risk reduction, firefighting, emergency medical services, technical rescue, hazardous materials, as well as maintain physical facilities and equipment in a state of readiness. The position of Firefighter is a highly skilled and technical position which involves extensive training and education to maintain and enhance knowledge, skills and abilities in accordance with department Standard Operating Procedures and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 1001) Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

Duties include, but not limited to, the following:

• Comply with all department policies and procedures.
• Understand and apply concepts identified with the Racine Fire Department vision, mission and values.
• Able to read, write, listen and comprehend instructions, information or reports.
• Effectively communicate with department personnel, other City departments, and private citizens.
• Must be able to carry out orders and assignments in both non-emergency and emergency situations.
• Respond to all types of emergency incidents to provide; life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation.
• Meet all essential job functions requirements of NFPA Standards 1001 and 1500.
• Operate hand and specialized power tools and equipment while wearing personal protective equipment to suppress fires, rescue and extricate victims, administer advanced out of hospital emergency medical care to patients, control and contain hazardous materials releases, and perform various other tasks as assigned.
• Work to prevent emergency occurrence through participation in code enforcement, public education, and community risk reduction programs.
• Drive and operate all fire department apparatus and equipment upon successful completion of department certification process.
• Maintain department apparatus, fire stations and other department facilities, ground, and equipment as assigned.
• Read and study material to remain current on topics related to fire prevention and suppression, technical rescue, fire and life safety codes, and public safety education.
• Participate in various classroom and training programs to develop and maintain required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Attends external fire service related courses as approved by the Fire Chief.
• Promotes a positive atmosphere in all aspects of the department, one that helps one another and builds a team that works together for the common goal of professionalism and a high level of service to the people we serve.
• Must meet the requirements under NFPA 1500 and OSHA 1910.134 for wearing the department provided respirator.
• Maintain personal fitness consistent with performing all essential functions at a high level of safety and efficiency.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• Valid Driver's License
• 60 post high school credits from an accredited technical college or university.
• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Driver/Operator Pumper.
• Wisconsin licensed EMT-Basic or Paramedic.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Independent Study 100, 200, 700, 800.

• Wisconsin State Certified Driver/Operator Aerial, Emergency Services Instructor I, Fire Officer I and NIMS 300, 400 are highly desirable.

• Must learn policies and operational procedures of the Fire Department within probationary period.
• Must be competent in firefighting methods and techniques.
• Have knowledge of basic and advanced life support emergency care and CPR life - saving procedures.
• Apply hazardous material first responder operational level methods and techniques
• Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
• Be able to competently and safely operate all department hand tools and equipment.
• Must be competent and safely operate all department vehicles, learn the street locations and physical layout of the City and major traffic and fire hazards.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies.
• Work effectively as a member of a team.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately.
• Effectively communicate orally with individuals or in a group setting.
• Must be able to learn through structured lectures in a classroom setting and through oral instruction in an on-the-job setting.
• Comprehend and make inferences from written material.
• Operate and enter data timely and accurately into a computer.
• Provide high quality written documentation and reports using proper grammar and punctuations.
• Must deal courteously and effectively with the public at all times.
• Must establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

THE RACINE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Established in 1843, the Racine Fire Department is one of the oldest fire departments in Wisconsin, rich in history and tradition. Today, as one of Wisconsin's busiest departments, RFD continues to strive for excellence and provide first-rate services to the citizens of Racine from six fire stations. The Racine Fire Department operates with 138 authorized sworn firefighter positions and a total Department staff of 141. The Racine Fire Department's goal is to protect and provide service above all else. Fire Protection is provided to the over 77,000 citizens of Racine. Racine firefighters are committed to providing the highest quality of courteous and responsive service through comprehensive strategies and training, including fire suppression, emergency medical care, community risk reduction, hazardous material response, technical rescue, and building inspections. The fire department and its employees are a critical component for the long-term health and safety of the people in the community.

THE REQUIREMENTS
These are entrance requirements to the competitive examination and do not assure a place on the eligible list. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify.

TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have:

• Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License or eligible to be licensed in the State of Wisconsin
• 60 post high school credits
• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I, or the equivalent accredited fire certification
• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter II, and Driver/Operator Pumper (successful completion required within 18-month probationary period)
• Wisconsin licensed EMT-Basic or Paramedic
• Completed NIMS Coursework 100,200,700, and 800

• Copy of your Wisconsin Firefighter 1 State Certification
• Copy of your EMT-Basic or EMT-Paramedic state license
• Copy of your Post High School transcript or Diploma showing successful completion of 60 post high school credits
• Copy of your valid Driver's License
• Copy of any additional supporting documentation.