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HomeMy WebLinkAbout#03 - Firefighter Job Posting STAFF REPORT DATE: September 6, 2022 CONSENT TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Kristina Handt, City Administrator AGENDA ITEM: Authorize Advertising for Full Time Firefighter REVIEWED BY: Chief Dustin Kalis BACKGROUND: In January this year the council authorized advertising for two new full time firefighter positions. While those positions were filled this spring, we currently have a vacancy due to a resignation in September. ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL: Should the City Council authorize advertising for Full Time Firefighters? PROPOSAL DETAILS/ANALYSIS: The FT FF will perform fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, hazardous material incident mitigation, and fire prevention duties. This position also performs routine maintenance, training, analysis, and administrative duties. FISCAL IMPACT: Wages and benefits for the position were included in the 2022 budget. We expect there to be a month or two where the position will be vacant as we do recruitment so the actual expenses should come in lower than budgeted. OPTIONS: 1) Authorize advertising for Full Time Firefighter 2) Modify and then authorize advertising for Full Time Firefighter 3) Do not authorize advertising for Full Time Firefighter RECOMMENDATION: If removed from the Consent Agenda “Motion to Authorize Advertising for Full Time Firefighter.” ATTACHMENTS: • Full Time Firefighter Job Posting The City of Lake Elmo offers competitive pay and benefits in addition to professional development opportunities to all employees. The city’s number one value statement is to foster an environment based on trust and ethics. These philosophies and practices help the City in recruiting and retaining exceptional employees. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accepting Applications for the Position of: Firefighter SALARY: $24.72/Hour OPENING DATE: 09/07/2022 CLOSING DATE: 10/07/2022 POSITION TITLE: Firefighter DEPARTMENT: Fire ACCOUNTABLE TO: Department Officers, ultimately the Fire Chief FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: This position protects life and property by performing fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical services, hazardous materials incident mitigation, and fire prevention. The firefighter maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities, participates in training; and performs intermediate troubleshooting and analysis, makes recommendations, and keeps records as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION Emergency Response: • Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose and performing fire suppression, containment, ventilation and extinguishing tasks. • Performs medical aid and rescue activities including administering first aid, operating EMS equipment such as monitor/defibrillator, portable suction units, etc., performing extrication and providing other assistance as required. • Performs salvage operations including removing excess water, shoveling out debris, patching windows and holes, placing tarps and performing other cleanup tasks as directed. • May take a limited leadership role during calls for service, as assigned by a supervisor. • Attends regular and assigned training, drills and meetings to maintain and upgrade skills including drills, demonstrations, and technique trainings. • Responds to emergency call backs as required. Serves on standby crew and/or duty crew as assigned. • Keeps department Officers advised of emergency call response and fire suppression developments. • Administers or participates in projects and administrative duties as assigned. Makes suggestions and participates in Fire Department training, operations, and initiatives as assigned. Equipment/Maintenance: • Inspects and maintains fire apparatus, equipment, station, and grounds, as directed, following departmental procedures. • Completes proper check lists, maintains up-to-date records and reports damaged or improperly functioning equipment. Complete basic repairs and/or schedules repairs for fire department equipment and vehicles • Maintains a clean and safe fire station for the Department • General knowledge and working order of fire apparatus, EMS equipment, fire rescue equipment and emergency response equipment. Other Duties: • Supports fire prevention activities including public safety education, fire code and life safety code inspections, and pre-planning of buildings and businesses within the City. • Serves as a representative of the City, performing duties in a courteous and professional manner that conveys a positive image of city government and that fosters cooperation and support with peers, superiors, citizens and other agencies. • Preforms the duties of instructor for both fire and EMS training. • Work for extended periods of time with people of diverse backgrounds in a manner that fosters teamwork, acceptance, and dignity of fellow employees. Maintain work habits, personal manners, and personal appearance. • Effectively carry out the policies and goals of the Lake Elmo Fire Department. While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City. Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to work independently and to complete projects and daily activities according to work schedule. • Possess knowledge of work hazards and safety regulations and precautions related to fire operations. Performs work utilizing best practices. • Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. • Ability to demonstrate leadership while also maintaining a working relationship with fellow employees, contractors, and the public. • Ability to use various office equipment and software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite, ImageTrend, Aladtec, IamResponding, Central Square Field Ops, and Tablet Command. • Conforms to the policies and procedures of the City, the Department, and applicable sections of city code and state and federal statutes. • Must be capable of working independently and to coordinate projects, deadlines, and work well with diverse groups. • Able to manage multiple tasks including ability to plan, prioritize, delegate and direct duties of less experienced POC Firefighters. • Has excellent organizational, technology, and customer service skills. Is able to juggle multiple and changing priorities. • Excellent written and oral communication skills including highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to speak in public as needed. • Develops and maintains good working relationships internally and externally. • Ability and desire to project a professional and positive image through knowledge of job, attitude, and accurate and timely completion of work. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, and others, and work with the public in a positive manner. • Maintains continuous contact with the public and community utilizing tact, courtesy, confidentiality, and good judgment. Exercises strong discretion and independent judgment. • Considerable knowledge of public relations and conflict resolution techniques. • Knowledge of the principles of Fire techniques, and building and fire codes. • Proficiency in preparing functional presentations using various methods and media. • Ability to maintain fit testing annually for use of respirator and N95 masks. Education: High school diploma or GED Requirements: Minimum of two years of progressive fire service experience, current firefighter status Licenses/Qualifications: This position will require the following be met and maintained through term in this position: • Certification equal to the State of Minnesota’s equivalent for: o Firefighter I and II o Hazardous Materials Operations o Emergency Medical Technician • Must have or become certified as: o Licensed Firefighter in the State of Minnesota within 12 months o Fire Apparatus Operator within 12 months o Blue Card (Local Hazard Zone Management) within 18 months • Experience with computers and variety of office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, ImageTrend, Aladtec, IamResponding, Central Square Field Ops, and Tablet Command. • Must possess valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in Minnesota and be insurable. Preferred Qualifications: • Five (5) years of progressive fire service experience. • Associates Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science or related field of study. • Respond within 15 minutes of the Lake Elmo Fire Station #1 (3510 Laverne Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN 55042) Physical and Mental Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear; stand; walk; use hand to finger; handle; or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally asked to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust the focus. **The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily in the office, vehicles, and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. The employee is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils. Competencies Common to All City Positions: • Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable City policies and procedures • Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff • Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible • Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities • Represent the City of Lake Elmo in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and constituencies **The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PLEASE APPLY BY CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 7, 2022 SEND COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF LAKE ELMO ATTN: KRISTINA HANDT, CITY ADMINISTRATOR 3880 LAVERNE AVENUE NORTH, LAKE ELMO, MN 55042 OR KHANDT@LAKEELMO.ORG A CITY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.LAKEELMO.ORG ALL CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOR THE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE: • PROOF OF VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE, FFI/II CERTIFICATION, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONS CERTIFICATION, EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION • PROOF OF OTHER JOB RELATED CERTIFICATIONS CITY OF LAKE ELMO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER