WORKING AT SMFR

Thank you for your interest in South Metro Fire Rescue!  We are excited to announce that SMFR is now offering informational sessions open to all applicants. These sessions are starting soon with a variety of in-person and virtual offerings. Interested applicants will receive information about our recruitment process, hiring timelines, interview resources, and the opportunity to learn more about our recruit academy and SMFR culture.  Please follow the "WORKING AT SMFR" link below to learn more about our recruitment process and to sign up for one of our informational sessions. WORKING AT SMFR

** JOB ANNOUNCEMENT **

NOW HIRING FOR:

SPRING 2022 PARAMEDIC/FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT ACADEMY

$23.61/ hour

FireTEAM TEST DUE 11/01/2021

South Metro Fire Rescue is looking for Paramedic/Firefighters to join our organization for the Spring 2022 Paramedic/Firefighter Academy. 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs paramedic, firefighting, emergency medical and rescue work in emergency situations. Provides advanced and basic life support care under SMFR Medical Director’s approved protocols and statutes. Ensures that other EMT personnel provide basic life support under their oversight. Maintains apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and fire stations.   Employees are assigned to a field station and perform a wide variety of emergency medical, firefighting, and rescue techniques under direct and limited supervision. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Must be 21 years of age or older by hire date of 3/1/2022.
• Valid FireTEAM test score through 3/1/2022.
• Valid CPAT certificate through 3/1/2022.
• Current Colorado State Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS Provider.
• Current American Heart Association CPR Provider.
• Must currently hold PALS certification.
• Possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Driver License by hire date of 3/1/2022.
• Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR’s Driving Records Policy.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, criminal history review, physical, fitness/wellness assessment, medical evaluation, drug screen and psychological exam.
• In order to have the best-trained, most committed paramedics to serve our community, SMFR requires a commitment of a 5-year term of continuous employment as a Paramedic/Firefighter before being eligible for a position change (i.e. applying or competing for other internal promotional opportunities, transfers, or voluntary demotions), effective January 1, 2022. This in no way implies or creates a contract of employment for the 5-year term, as all SMFR policies and procedures are applicable.  

** PLEASE NOTE: SMFR does not permit the use of marijuana including the previous 12 months from contingent offer regardless of whether it is legal in the state of Colorado. **

HIRING PROCESS:

Step #1 FIRE TEAM TEST

Candidates are required to take the FireTEAM test by 11/01/2021 with National Testing Network.  You can take the FireTEAM test at a number of different testing centers across the United States on various dates. In order to take the FireTEAM test you must visit their website, identify a testing center near you and register to take the test. Space is limited so please don’t delay and register ASAP at:   https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/search.cfm?position=2&state=All+States

FireTEAM scores are valid for up to one year. If you have taken your FireTEAM test prior to SMFR opening the hiring process, please login to your FireTEAM account and add SMFR to permit us to view your FireTEAM score by 11/01/2021.

There is a $50 fee to take the FireTEAM test that will be at the candidate’s expense.  For information on the testing process with NTN visit:    https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/testing-process.cfm 

The FireTEAM test is a video-based test consisting of 4 different components: Human Relations, Math, Mechanical and Reading.  Applicants will watch a video clip and respond to a series of related questions for the Human Relations, Math and Mechanical components of the test.  The Reading component of the test requires applicants to read various texts and answer related questions. See https://ergopracticetests.com/?FTB for additional details and to take a practice test.

For frequently asked questions regarding the FireTEAM test and/or the National Testing Network (NTN) that administers the exam, please visit:   https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/faqs.cfm 

SMFR will pull your FireTEAM test scores following the 11/01/2021 test deadline.  A limited number of candidates will be invited to submit an application based on the FireTEAM test scores.  The number of candidates who will be invited to apply has yet to be determined. 

Step #2 CPAT 

Candidates are required to have a CPAT certificate that is valid through the academy start date of 3/1/2022.  If you do not have a valid CPAT certificate you will need to obtain one by the date of hire

You can get your CPAT from any agency; however, it has to be an accredited test.   

Additional CPAT Resources:

National Testing Network (NTN) provides convenient professional administration of the CPAT in:   Arizona, Florida, Oregon and Washington.   Please visit https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/cpat_info.cfm to schedule a CPAT through NTN.

CPAT Orientation Guide https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/pdf/CPAT_Orientation_Guide.pdf

Candidate Preparation Guide https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/pdf/CPAT_Candidate_Prep_Guide.pdf

SPRING 2022 PARAMEDIC/FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY HIRING PROCESS TIMELINE:

COMPENSATION:

• 16 Week Academy – 23.61/Hour

1. All candidates will go through 16-week academy regardless of previous experience and everyone is paid the same wage during academy. 

• 2022 Paramedic Wages

1. Paramedic IV       $72,576
2. Paramedic III       $90,720
3. Paramedic II        $100,800
4. Paramedic I         $112,000

** Move up steps/grades annually on anniversary date ** 

• Experienced Paramedic/ Firefighters 
  1. We value previous paid paramedic experience and are willing to compensate our new hires based on the paid experience they bring to SMFR. 
  2. To qualify for experienced Paramedic pay upon completion of our 16-week academy, applicants must have a least 3 years of paid experience as a paramedic with a full-time fire service agency whose primary responsibility is fire protection and emergency medical service (or 3 years of full-time paramedic experience in an emergency medical services or medical field). 

Additional Compensation

• SMFR strongly values education and in turn compensates employees who have a degree with an education differential from date of hire as follows:
  • Associates 1% of base wage
  • Bachelors 3% of base wage
  • Masters 5% of base wage
  • PhD 6% of base wage

Click this link for a full job description:  PARAMEDIC FIREFIGHTER JOB DESCRIPTION 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For all questions related to the Firefighter Hiring Process, please email employment@southmetro.org. 

**South Metro Fire Rescue is an Equal Opportunity Employer**