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Firefighter - CFD#1

Douglas County, KS Government
Lawrence, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

Consolidated Fire District #1, a combination department serving a population of approximately 10,000, is now accepting applications for a 6-month pool for paid, full time Firefighter positions.

JOB DESCRIPTION: As a CFD #1 Firefighter, you will be required to work both independently and as a member of a team to provide life safety, property preservation, and medical care. This position also participates in fire prevention and inspection activities, equipment and station maintenance, public education, and training. This position will also complete other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be 18 years of age at time of application
  • Valid Kansas Driver’s License and insurable through CFD #1 Insurance.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • IFSAC F/F 1 with ability to obtain F/F 2 within 12 months of hire
  • Nationally Registered or State of Kansas Certified Emergency Medical Responder with ability to obtain Emergency Medical Technician within 12 months of hire
  • NIMS 100, 200, 700

WORK ENVIROMENT: Candidates shall have the ability to perform all functions associated with fire suppression, EMS, Station/equipment maintenance as assigned. Effective communication and leadership skills with ability to work independently. Candidates will be able to maintain effective working relationships with members of the organization, outside agencies, and the citizens of the community. Douglas County is dedicated to eliminating racial inequities. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with diverse co-workers, community members, and customers.

COMPENSATION: The starting salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. The starting salary range for this position is $12.66 - $26.59 per hour. Pay and benefits will be discussed during initial interview. CFD #1 offers an excellent benefit package, including:

  • Health/Dental/Life Insurance: Various dependent coverage levels & other voluntary benefits
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation leave, sick leave, and 1 personal day
  • Retirement: Kansas Police & Firefighters (KP&F); Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

TO APPLY: To be eligible for further consideration, all candidates must complete an application and submit a resume, cover letter, and three references. If you have further questions, you may call 785-843-2226 and speak with Kirsten Rhoads, Administrative Assistant. The review of applications will start immediately. Apply online at http://dgcoks.gov/jobs.

Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, or any other factor prohibited by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.66 - $26.59 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Dependent health insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $27

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