What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter (Full-Time) position at City of Mankato, MN?
Salary : $74,588.80 - $104,561.60 Annually
Location : Mankato, MN
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 202500008
Department : Public Safety
Division : 1422010 Fire Suppression
Opening Date : 01 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Description
In addition to completing the application please email the following to Melissa at
- Copies of all certifications or training certificates that you currently possess.
Required are :
Firefighter II IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited
Grade : PM1 FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive Position : Yes
Supervisor Title : Fire Captain
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience :
Nature of Work :
Under the direction of the Public Safety Fire Captain, firefighters protect and save life and property through effective rescue and firefighting work, responding to structure fires and alarms, medical calls, hazardous materials response, extrication, and technical rescues. Responds to emergency medical calls as per departmental policy.
About Us :
Our employees are committed to working in an environment that fosters the core values of the City of Mankato - positive attitude, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity. We care about making a positive difference in the lives of others. Our work is challenging and has purpose. We listen and engage with each other and our community. We are empowered and trusted to make good decisions that align with the public service principles and core values. Our organization is committed to investing and developing each other. We will recognize and celebrate our collective achievements and individual accomplishments.
We take pride in investing in our employees. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages not only success for the community we serve, but for you as well. Come grow your career with us!
Duties / Responsibilities
Primary Essential Work Functions :
Communicates With :
Supervision :
Other Work Functions :
Persons with Disabilities :
The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Qualifications / Conditions of Employment
Conditions of Employment :
Hours of Work
General working hours are 48-hour shifts beginning at 8 : 00 a.m. and evening, weekend, holidays, and outside of regular hours as necessary. Other work schedules may include Monday through Friday 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. or 10-hour weekday shifts. Must have the ability to respond to calls after hours as needed.
City of Mankato
2025 BENEFITS OVERVIEW
For Regular Full-Time Employees
The City of Mankato provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation. The City's benefits programs address both the immediate needs that you and your family may have, such as medical coverage or flexible spending accounts, and your long-term needs, such as retirement savings. The following outline of City-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.
EMPLOYER PROVIDED BENEFITS :
Paid Vacation :
Vacation accruals, utilization, and payouts vary within each collective bargaining agreement and / or employee handbook. The following is the general overview of the vacation benefit :
Years of Service - Vacation Days Per Year
0 - 5 years - 10 days
6 - 10 years - 15 days
11 - 14 years - 17 days
15 -20 years - 20 days
21 years - 21 days
22 years - 22 days
23 years - 23 days
24 years - 24 days
25 years - 25 days
26 years - 26 days
27 years - 27 days
28 years - 28 days
29 years - 29 days
30 years - 30 days
Paid Sick Leave :
Employees earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday :
All regular full-time employees of the City, except those who are governed by a union contract or different holiday policy, receive the following paid holidays :
1. New Year's Day
2. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
3. Presidents Day
4. Memorial Day
5. Juneteenth
6. Independence Day
7. Labor Day
8. Veterans Day
9. Thanksgiving Day
10. Friday After Thanksgiving Day
11. Christmas Day
12. Floating Holiday
Health Insurance Coverage Through Blue Cross / Blue Shield of MN :
Employer and employee contributions for non-union employees are shown below. Please note that union employee health insurance benefits may vary by contract.
NICE Healthcare (Free to all full-time employees) :
NICE Healthcare is an integrated primary care clinic - meaning NICE offers almost all of the services of a traditional primary care clinic and then some. And better yet, NICE brings that care to your home, office, or wherever you happen to be.
Offers employees and their household members an amazing healthcare benefit with no out-of-pocket fees. Below are the comprehensive primary care services that NICE offers :
Term Life Insurance :
The City provides a term life insurance policy at no cost to the employee. (Face value is 125% of employee's base salary up to a maximum of face value of $50,000).
Retirement - PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
1. Must participate as directed by Minnesota Statutes.
2. Employer and employee contribution rates vary depending on position.
3. May obtain refund of employee contribution on termination of service.
2024 Employer / Employee PERA Contribution Rates - Effective January 1, 2025
Contributions are calculated on gross bi-weekly salary each pay period.
Coordinated Plan
Employer : 7.5%
Employee 6.5%
Police and Fire Plan
Employer : 17.7%
Employee 11.8%
OPTIONAL VOLUNTARY BENEFITS AVAILABLE :
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice :
Deferred Compensation Plans (457)
Plans available through Mission Square Retirement, Nationwide Retirement Solutions, and MN State Deferred Compensation Plan.
Health Care and Day Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Computer Purchase Program
0% interest for up to 3 years (max. $3,500) to purchase a home computer
Voluntary Payroll Deductions Available for :
Credit Union Membership - Eligible for membership
Vacation Purchase Program
Employees may purchase additional vacation time (limits apply).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
In Addition :
The City of Mankato is a qualifying employer of the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Questions regarding benefit information can be directed to Human Resources at 507-387-8664.
The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
If applicable, list the specific field of study in which you possess a degree. If no degree, type N / A.
Do you currently have a valid Minnesota driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?
Will you be 18 years of age or older when the job starts?
Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a volunteer / part-time / paid on call firefighter?
Select the certifications or training certificates that you currently possess (select all that apply).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT : If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which will include, but not limited to : verification of employment and education records, identification verification, driver's license record, a criminal history, fringerprinting, pre-employment psychological assessment, drug testing, and physical examination?
Questions 9 through 12 indicate your willingness to accept the working conditions for this position. If you answer ""NO"" to any of these questions, you may want to reconsider applying for this position. If hired for this position, are you willing to work evening hours, weekends, and holidays?
Are you willing to work in a highly stressful environment on a daily basis?
Are you willing to make critical decisions under considerable pressure and stress?
Are you able to maintain a primary residence within a sixty (60) minute drive to the Public Safety Center within one (1) year of employment?
I understand and acknowledge that I must email Melissa copies of all my certifications or training certificates.Required are : Firefighter II IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited and EMR or EMT.
Required Question
Salary : $74,589 - $104,562