Smithfield - Firefighter

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Department Smithfield Fire Department
TypeFirefighter
Job TitleFirefighter
Registration Fee$29.00
Contactchief@smithfieldfire.com
Location Smithfield, RI


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Job Announcement

Smithfield Fire Department, RI Public Safety Jobs

SMITHFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT

FIREFIGHTER

This entry-level position includes firefighting and emergency medical service duties at the cardiac license level. Working various shifts you will be a member of a highly skilled team that delivers firefighting, rescue, emergency medical and other emergency and routine services to the community. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

At the time of application, the following qualifications are required: 

  • Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possess a valid Driver's License.
  • Hold current licensure as an EMT in the State of Rhode Island or a higher licensure.
  • Current certificate of the physical performance assessment (PPA) from the RI Assoc. of Fire Chiefs. 
  • Current certificate of completion of the written exam as issued by the RI Association of Fire Chiefs.
  • There is a non-refundable fee, payable at the time of application submittal. 

*Verification copies of the above documents must be attached to your application.

In addition, applicants: 

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of appointment.
  • Must present a current Rhode Island EMT - Advanced / Cardiac or EMT-Paramedic license at time of appointment.

Applicants must successfully complete:

  • Application for completeness and documentation of qualifications.
  • Each portion of a required battery of tests:
    • Swim Test conducted by the Smithfield Fire Department.
    • Ladder climb conducted by the Smithfield Fire Department.
    • Fire department oral interview.
  • Interview with senior management.
  • Criminal and driving record screening – if offered employment.
  • Background investigation and reference check – if offered employment.
  • Psychological evaluation – if offered employment.
  • Pre-employment physical – if offered employment.

Please direct questions regarding this position to chief@smithfieldfire.com


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