Job Description
Salary: $66,967.00 - $85,469.00 Annually
Location : Grants Pass, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-59
Department: Fire Rescue
Opening Date: 10/21/2024
Closing Date: 11/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
About the Position As a member of , you have an opportunity to join an exciting, dynamic agency!
Firefighters respond to and assist with mitigation of all hazard incidents both emergent and non-emergent. Perform basic or advanced emergency medical care and rescue depending on EMT certification level. Maintain documentation relative to patient incident and treatment. Perform as trained, following agency guidelines, making appropriate decisions, and communicating effectively in stressful situations and may include other related duties.
Residency: Employees must live within 45 minutes of the Hillcrest, Parkway or Redwood Fire Stations as calculated by department policy.
Testing dates are scheduled as follows:
Written exam: complete by November 8, 2024
Assessment Center/Interviews planned for: November, 2024
In addition to base salary, monthly incentives available to Firefighters after completion of the trial service period:
- Associate's Degree: $75
- Bachelor's Degree: $150
- Fluency in approved Second Language (after meeting City guidelines): $50
- EMT-Advanced : 3%
- EMT-Intermediate: 4%
- EMT-Paramedic: 6%
(Note: Associate's and Bachelor's Degree incentives as well as EMT incentives are not cumulative.)
If have questions about this role please email: or 541-450-6050.
The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of our community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.
If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!
Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in emergency services or a job related field are required with formal education and/or specialized training preferred.
Valid driver's license, with the ability to attain a Class C Oregon Driver's License within 30 days of employment.
The following are required:
- Valid State of Oregon Emergency Medical Technician License or higher
- NFPA Firefighter I
Attach a copy of your Oregon EMT license or higher and your NFPA Firefighter I certifications to your application.
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How to Apply Application materials must be turned in by the closing date in order to be considered for this position. Any application missing required materials will not be considered.
Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are:
1. Complete answers to the supplemental questions
2. Resume
3. Attach your Oregon EMT (or higher) Licensure and Firefighter I documents
4. FireTEAM exam scores submitted by close of recruitment via
FIRETEAM/NTN Written Testing Information: City of Grants Pass offers full testing services for the position of Firefighter through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to , select 'Find Jobs', then select Firefighter Jobs and sign up for City of Grants Pass.
When you visit thewebsite:
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test.
Review all information related to the City of Grants Pass (Firefighter), including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
Review detailed information about the testing process.
Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Grants Pass. City of Grants Pass will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.
National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the City of Grants Pass responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the City of Grants Pass where the final decisions are made.
Ranking and Selection Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.
It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position. The initial process may include oral interviews and skills testing. Final selection will require a background investigation, including a criminal history review, and, depending on the position, a psychological screening, physical, functional and/or drug screening.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
EEO/AA
In & Around Grants Pass The recreational opportunities of the Rogue River are many: jet-boats, rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, water skiing, tubing/swimming, gold panning and the 37-mile Rogue Hiking Trail. In addition to our world famous white water Rogue River, nearby mountains provide high-mountain recreational experiences, including snow skiing at Mt. Ashland, multiple access points to the Pacific Crest Trail, snow-shoeing, and ATV trails. Cultural activities center around the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland and the historic town of Jacksonville. Other scenic attractions include: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon Caves National Monument, and the northern portion of the Redwoods. Grants Pass' year-round calendar of events offers something for everyone. And once the sun goes down, the region takes on a life of its own with fine restaurants, theatres and a performing arts center.
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City of Grants Pass Benefits for 2024
Description of Benefits All full time employees.
INSURANCE Health Insurance The City provides a full family medical package that includes the following: medical, prescription, and vision insurance. Full family coverage includes spouse or same sex domestic partner and children up to age 26.
Most employees are currently provided two options for health insurance and may elect to have their portion of the health insurance premium taken out of their paycheck on a pre-tax basis. Rates for 2023, for health and dental coverage range from $207 to $221 per month depending on the coverage selected.
Dental Insurance The City provides two carriers for dental coverage, PacificSource and Willamette Dental Group. PacificSource Dental allows employees to select any dentist covered by PacificSource. Willamette Dental Group is a dental service provider, and employees selecting this option must go to a Willamette Dental Center for services.
Flexible Spending/125 Program Employees may elect to set aside monies pre-tax for out of pocket medical (maximum deferral $3,050) and/or dependent care (maximum deferral $5,000) expenses.
HRA/VEBA Employees selecting the higher deductible/out-of-pocket health insurance plan, the City contributes $234 per month to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA). For Teamster covered employees the City contributes $140 per month to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA).
Life Insurance The City provides life insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary. An employee can voluntarily choose to purchase additional life insurance, spousal life and/or dependent life.
Accidental Death and Dismemberment The City provides accidental death and dismemberment insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary.
Long Term Disability The City provides long term disability benefits at the rate of 60% of salary with a maximum covered salary of $15,000 per month. This benefit has a 90-day elimination period.
RETIREMENT The City participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The employee's contribution of 6% is paid by the City under each collective bargaining agreement and the personnel rules at this time.
Employees who are already members of PERS at the time of hire are effective immediately.
Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) An employee who is new to Oregon public service and was hired on or after August 29, 2003, becomes an OPSRP Pension Program member if the employee works six full calendar months in a qualifying position for an OPSRP-Participating employer. The six-month waiting period cannot be interrupted by more than 30 consecutive working days and must be served with the same employer.
VOLUNTARY ELECTIONS Deferred Compensation Program Deferred compensation is a voluntary program which allows employees to designate a dollar amount or percentage of their pay for pre-tax retirement savings. These funds are deducted from an employee's check after FICA taxes, but before state and federal taxes, are applied. These funds are held state and federal tax free until the employee begins to withdraw funds. An employee is eligible to withdraw funds upon separation of service. The City provides four different carriers from which the employee can select. Employees may defer a maximum of $22,500 (2023 limit) per year, with "catch-up" provisions that apply to pre-retirement employees.
LEAVE BENEFITS Vacation Vacation accrual is provided to all regularly scheduled employees based upon their job classification, labor group, and scheduled workweek. Accruals are available to use upon satisfactory completion of the trial service period in most cases.
Holiday/Holiday Compensation Management, supervisors, non-represented, Teamsters and Grants Pass Employee Association employees receive 10 paid holidays per year. Police and Fire employees receive a lump sum accrual for holidays.
Sick Leave Sick leave accrual is provided to all regularly scheduled employees based upon their scheduled work week and labor group. Sick leave accrual is available for use immediately.
Emergency Leave Emergency leave is provided to employees to attend the funeral of an immediate family member, or to visit an immediate family whose illness may result in death. Firefighters may take a 24-hour shift and all other employees may take up to 3 days emergency leave days per calendar year. Sick leave and/or vacation may also be utilized with approval.
OTHER BENEFITS Employee Assistance Program The EAP provides employees and members of their households up to four confidential visits per issue per year at no cost. Visits may be for counseling, assessment or referral help in dealing with the various stresses in life.
Fitness Reimbursement Policy Full-time employees are eligible for up to $40 per month towards monthly membership dues to a health/fitness facility. Reimbursement is based on attendance and requires proof of payment and is processed on a quarterly basis through payroll. Regular part-time employees are eligible for a pro-rated reimbursement.
Educational Reimbursement Policy Up to fifty percent of the cost of registration and fees associated with educational courses taken at an accredited institution and related to a regular employee's job may be reimbursed upon successful (Grade C or better) completion of the class. Term maximums apply for reimbursement. Employees who have completed their trial service period are eligible for this benefit. This program is dependent on budget availability.
Note: All benefits and contributions listed on this summary are subject to change
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We appreciate your interest in becoming a member of the City of Grants Pass' team. Working in service of our citizens and community is important and we value your time and effort to complete the application process. We have prepared supplemental questions as part of our selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to succeed in the position for which you've applied. These questions should be answered accurately and thoroughly based on your work history. If you are requesting veteran's preference, indicate that you are a veteran AND upload a copy of your DD214 or veteran administration letter indicating your disabled status if applicable. Veteran preference documentation must be submitted by the closing of the announcement. I have read and understood all of the information listed above.
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Explain the approach you use for performance management. Specifically, how you identify problems, what strategies you incorporate to measure the impact of the problems, how you deal with the problems, and how you measure success or failure. Track one problem you have dealt with from identification to closure.
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Compare what you know about the job you are applying for and your own knowledge and skill. What areas of development will you need to meet the job expectations?
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List 3 characteristics you feel you possess that make you an effective leader. Give a specific example to illustrate the application of each to the work setting.
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Did you attach a copy of your Firefighter I and EMT (or higher) certifications?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please provide specific details for each occurrence including: 1) Date; 2) Location; 3) Charge and description of the offense; 4) Penalty/Disposition. If this is not applicable, please type "NA" in the text box.
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