Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
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Fire Protection Specialist
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1 position opened until filled
Agency Information:
Adjutant General's Department
Ks Army National Guard
Forbes Field
Topeka, KS
About the Position
Who can apply: Qualified applicants over the age of 18
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time
Regular/Temporary: Regular-A-Shift 48/96
Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES
Veterans' Preference Eligible: YES
Compensation: $19.17 per hour.
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary: Candidates will have the desire to help others, protect the lives and property of the 190th Air Refueling Wing and surrounding communities. Individuals will perform as part of a team while responding to emergencies, training events, performing inspections, and education programs. Performs firefighting and emergency medical services including, but not limited to, fire prevention, control and extinguishment, aircraft responses, hazmat incidents, driving and operating firefighting apparatus and emergency vehicles, rescue, medical treatment, training, public education, and station and apparatus maintenance duties.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Responds to a wide variety of emergency alarms, such as structural and environmental fires, traffic accidents, natural gas leaks, medical emergencies and hazardous material spills. Fights fires under departmental procedures and as directed by a fire company officer; connects and lays hose lines, sets ladders and operates fire streams; uses hand and power tools to ventilate and enter burning structures for the purpose of extinguishing fires and to perform search and rescue operations; raises, lowers and climbs ladders to enter structures; performs salvage, clean up and overhaul operations during and after fires to remove hazards and protect property.
Provides first responder medical emergency response at the basic life support level, including initial patient and situation assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and trauma emergency medical care; prepares patients and assists paramedics in advanced life support emergency medical care.
Participates in specialized rescue operations, including high angle and underground situations involving the use of rigging and shoring; operates specialized hand and power tools and equipment to rescue traffic accident victims.
Cleans, services and makes minor repairs to ensure the operational readiness of vehicles, apparatus, hoses and emergency equipment; participates in the cleaning, repair and upkeep of department buildings, grounds and facilities.
Participate in drills, demonstrations and courses in firefighting techniques, equipment and apparatus operation, medical aid, hazardous materials, fire prevention, equipment maintenance; studies local geography and conditions affecting fire operations; studies and learn departmental operating procedures.
Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s public education. Assist in the inspection of occupancies, assists in performing follow-up procedures to ensure compliance with Fire Codes, National Electrical Code, Uniform Building Codes and state, regional and local fire codes.
Participates in department fitness program.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensing & Certification: National Certification as a Fire Fighter I and II
Minimum Qualifications: Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), Complete and/or maintain designated training and certifications, maintain physical requirements as a condition of continued employment, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, pass a pre-employment physical including drug screening
Preferred Qualifications: EMT, Airport Fire Fighter, Driver/Operator ARFF, Driver/Operator Pumper, Driver/Operator Tender, Non-Commercial Class B driver’s license
Within 12 Months of Hire Requirement:
EMT, Airport Fire Fighter, Driver/Operator ARFF, Driver/Operator Pumper, Driver/Operator Tender
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
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Pass an annual medical examination to determine their physical ability to perform duties in accordance with NFPA 1852, Standards on Medical Requirements for Firefighters. Obtain Air Force Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
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Must have a valid Driver's License and the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Security Clearance as a Condition of Employment.
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Angelina Farias
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-646-2263
Mailing Address:
Adjutant General's Department
State Human Resources
2022 Minuteman Road
Topeka, KS 66619
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
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Current Resume
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Tax Clearance
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College Transcripts
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DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
