23-054 Firefighter / EMT Position

The City of Dover Fire & Rescue is accepting applications for the positions of fulltime Firefighter/EMT, as well as to produce an eligibility list for anticipated vacancies.

• Salary Range:

• After 7/1/2023, new Salary Range:

→ Application packets must include:
1) Cover letter, 2) Resume, 3) Copies of certifications and EMS license(s).

**There will be sections to follow for the above documents to be uploaded. If you have trouble, documents can be sent to [email protected] and documents will be uploaded for you.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class):

1. All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with the City’s core values.

2. Respond to fire and other emergency alarms and perform tasks to combat, contain and extinguish fires, render emergency medical assistance, and mitigate dangers posed by hazardous materials and/or man-made or natural emergencies.

3. Perform advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care up to paramedic level to persons involved in man-made or natural emergencies, fire, or rescue incidents and/or requiring ambulatory services.

4. Perform advanced level pre-hospital medical intervention and complex tasks during life threatening emergencies per established protocol, standing orders and/or physician direction.

5. Operate both as a member of a team and independently at incidents of uncertain duration.

6. Make rapid transition from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods and endure extended periods of physical activity.

7. Perform Fire Prevention inspections of homes, businesses and public places. Record findings and issue notices

8. Assist in general upkeep and housekeeping of fire facilities by performing routine and minor maintenance on fire equipment, apparatus, facilities and grounds.

9. Receive and relay fire calls and alarms.

10. Perform salvage operations at scenes of fires, accidents, spills, discharges, and other emergency situations.

11. Maintain proficiency in firefighting techniques; the operation and maintenance of technical equipment, e.g. firefighting apparatus and equipment, personal protective equipment, measuring devices, etc.; and the containment and clean-up of hazardous materials by participating in fire drills, attending classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects. Receive training and general instruction from a senior officer or other designated instructor in firefighting and rescue techniques and procedures. May assist in the training of existing personnel, new recruits and call firefighters.

12. Present programs to the community on safety, first aid and fire prevention topics.

13. Assist in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.

14. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.

15. Maintains familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.

16. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications for applicants are as follows:
18 years of age – High School diploma or GED – Firefighter II (New Hampshire certified or a letter reciprocity from the NH Fire Academy) * – National Registry EMT Level Provider Nationally Registered Paramedic or AEMT preferred *–EMT’s must obtain AEMT certification within first year of employment – Valid Driver’s License – 30 min residency requirement within 1 year – Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification, or lateral transfer of full-time career personnel pursuant to State of NH Admin Rule 703.01 will be required prior to appointment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of firefighting duties, methods, and techniques. Knowledge of First Aid and rescue operations. Knowledge of appropriate codes, laws, and ordinances. Skill in the operation of fire equipment and apparatus. Ability to work under physically and emotionally stressful situations. Work involves exposure to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions, directions and instructions, and abides by the rules and regulations of the department. Ability to work safely in in changing work environments both inside and outside including exposure to various hazards including extreme temperatures, moisture, and chemicals. Ability to skillfully operate related machinery and fire apparatus equipment and fire apparatus equipment. Ability to lead and instruct others in techniques and methods used in various work activities. Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or GED equivalent. Valid vehicle operator’s license. Must have and maintain NH license and be a nationally registered Advance Emergency Medical Technician, “AEMT”. Must be New Hampshire State Certified Firefighter Level II.

Candidates will be subjected to criminal and financial background checks. Required to take and pass a physical exam after a conditional offer of employment, and annually thereafter.

Benefits

Those associated with full-time employment.