Performs responsible firefighter and emergency medical services for the City, and engages in fire suppression, prevention education, rescue, and paramedical services.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

The New Hampshire Division Fire Standards and Training will be accepting applications from April 26-May 28, 2004, to test for entry-level firefighter. The written general knowledge testing process will be August 31-September 1. The physical ability testing (CPAT) is scheduled for September 13-17, 2004. The City of Concord Fire Department will establish a register based on the results of this process and subsequent oral board examination conducted by the Concord Fire Department.

The application packet contains all necessary forms and instructions for the candidate testing is available through the NH Division Fire Standards and Training, 222 Sheep Davis Rd, Concord, NH or off the State web site at www.state.nh.us/safety/fst/statetest/html A non-refundable administration fee of $50.00 must accompany each application.

Deadline for Completed Applications to NHDFST: May 28, 2004

The City of Concord will contact candidates who meet minimum Paramedic qualifications and have the ability to obtain NH Firefighter Level II & Hazmat Operations Level within the probationary period to participate in subsequent City of Concord testing upon conclusion of the NHDFST process.

Qualified internal candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for Firefighter and can demonstrate they are currently a Nationally Registered Paramedic (or demonstrate they are successfully enrolled in a recognized Paramedic Course of Study) will be allowed to participate in the subsequent City of Concord testing process. In order to do so, internal candidates must submit a City of Concord application to the Personnel Department by noon May 28, 2004.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED and graduate from paramedic certificate or degree program; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid New Hampshire Driver's License, Nationally registered Paramedic, New Hampshire Providers License - Paramedic Level, (New Hampshire Firefighter Level II & Hazmat Operations Level preferred; must be obtained within the probationary period).

Starting Salary: $16.15 hr. with a competitive flexible benefits package.