Lateral Firefighter, Advanced Firefighter, Apparatus Operator

We're actively seeking experienced firefighters for positions as Firefighters, Advanced Firefighters, and Apparatus Operators (Engine and Truck) to fill our ranks in the newly established Chatham County Fire Department (CCFD). With CCFD, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community, while working alongside a team that values dedication, service, and growth.

Our goal is to cultivate a highly motivated, effective, and diverse workforce to meet the emergency services needs of Chatham County, Georgia. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of physical fitness and professional excellence, we encourage you to apply.
 
Lateral Firefighters earn a minimum starting salary of $45,837. Advanced Firefighters earn a minimum starting salary of $50,421 depending on years of experience, certifications, and licenses. Based on qualifications, candidates may be considered for Apparatus Operator (Engine and Truck) with a minimum starting salary of $57,984. Shifts are 24/48.
 
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Not a certified Firefighter yet?  Complete the application for Firefighter Recruit.A Firefighter:

• Delivers and upholds the mission, vision, goals, objectives, and organizational values of the department with the highest ethical and moral standards.
• Sets a positive example regarding personal fitness and wellness.
• Supports initiatives that encourage a healthy workforce and the philosophy that everyone goes home at the end of the shift and retires absent of disability.
• Works alongside others in the organization to continue to build and nurture a compassionate, functional, diverse, and positive culture.
• Ensures that accountability, competence, discipline, engagement, recognition, and continued professional development are emphasized and encouraged.
• Ensures department rules and regulations, protocols, general orders, standard operating policies, and procedures are followed.
• Conducts public fire and life safety education demonstrations, tours, and talks for the community.
• Responds to alarms.
• Performs a variety of firefighting functions, including Incident Command and emergency medical care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• Minimum of six (6) months of current and consecutive full-time paid experience as a firefighter at CCFD or one (1) year of experience in another recognized career fire department, where the experience must exhibit a consistent pattern of participation, personal and professional growth, and increasing organizational responsibility; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Must be a U. S. Citizen and possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass all pre-employment testing (written, physical agility test, and interview), physical evaluation and fitness assessment, background, criminal, and motor vehicle history review, drug screen, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Completion of a recruit fire academy meeting eligibility requirements.
• Completion of CCFD Firefighter and Advanced Firefighter task books.
• Class F license (State of Georgia) or other equivalent state license.
• Georgia Certified Firefighter (or must obtain within 60 days of hire date).
• NPQ or IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations for First Responders.
• NPQ or IFSAC Firefighter 1 and 2.
• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Responder (EMTR).
• Georgia Licensed EMT-R (or must obtain within 60 days of hire date).
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, 800.
• Must meet all certification and licensing requirements to function in the position.
• Failure to maintain required certifications and licenses, or failure to obtain required certifications and licenses within the time limits will be cause for disciplinary actions up to termination.

Preferred Requirements:

• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMTB) and/or Georgia Licensed EMTB.
• NPQ or IFSAC Fire Instructor 1.
• Associate Degree in a qualifying field of study related to emergency services.

Chatham County Fire Department (CCFD) is dedicated to service excellence and community safety, offering an excellent opportunity for successful candidates to join a progressive and committed team. As an Advanced Firefighter, you have an opportunity to join the ranks of some of the best public safety personnel in the industry making a significant impact on both the community and the newly formed department. The department's mission focuses on protecting lives and property through high standards, continuous improvement, and innovative approaches to emergency services. Join us in making a meaningful impact and advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

This is a safety sensitive position and subject to random drug testing.

Salary : $45,837 - $80,673