Firefighter I 2025-02634
State of Wyoming
Description and Functions
- Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Provide fire mitigation, prevention, suppression, medical treatment, and fire education at an appropriate EMS level for Camp Guernsey and associated training lands.Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
Human Resource Contact: Beth Baker wymdhro@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.- Respond to aircraft, structural, and other types of emergencies to protect life and property
- Drive and maintain crash/fire/rescue fire equipment apparatus
- Provide medical assistance and treatment at the appropriate EMT level
- Perform other types of firefighter duties as needed when not utilized as a Driver
- Participate in training activities, station maintenance, facility inspections, and fire prevention activities.
- Maintain records and prepare reports
- Maintain inventory of extinguishing agents
- Operate and maintain the mobile tactical and ground radios in various equipment and ensure communication capabilities and procedures are properly followed.
Qualifications
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PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to those with an Associate's Degree, plus some Firefighting experience. Additional consideration will be given for Wildland experience.
**Required to obtain/maintain a valid Driver's License
**Required to obtain/maintain Federal Security Clearance
**The following are required within a maximum of 12 months from the date of hire:- Security Clearance
- Valid Driver's License
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- Airport Firefighter
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Driver/Operator Pumper
- Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply
- Driver/Operator ARFF
- All Certifications at all levels are required to be Pro Board or IFSAC accredited.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of Hazardous Material (HazMat)
- Knowledge of aircraft hazards, rescue procedures, and firefighting techniques.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:High School Diploma or GED
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Firefighting)Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.
Necessary Special Requirements
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PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to lift 150 pounds
- Annual Physical Fitness and Agility maintenance program required
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- An additional 56.2 hours of base will be added to the salary each month
- Initial physical agility assessment test required prior to employment
- Guernsey is a remote, rural community with a population of approximately 1064. Locally, there are medical clinics, a hardware store, a grocery store, service stations, and restaurants. Wheatland and Torrington are 25 to 35 miles from Guernsey and have multiple restaurants, service stations, fast food, and general shopping. For larger personal shopping there are malls in Cheyenne and Casper, WY, and Scottsbluff, NE, all approximately 90 miles from Guernsey.
Supplemental Information
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Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.