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HASTINGS FIRE & RESCUE 1313 N. HASTINGS AVE HASTINGS, NEBRASKA 68901 402-461-2350 https://www.HastingsFire.org
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Updated: April 22, 2024
Classification: Firefighter/EMT
Hastings Fire and Rescue is currently accepting applications for the Firefighter/EMT position. The department application is available at http://www.cityofhastings.org/FFEMT.
The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm, CST, April 19,2024.
Salary Information:Firefighter/EMT $48,241.44 - $67,981.68 per year
Benefits Information: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, EAP. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Retirement and optional deferred compensation programs.
FLSA Status/UnionNon-Exempt (hourly) Union, IAFF
Supervision ReceivedUnder the general supervision of the station shift officer.
Subject to RecallYes
Hours108 hours – biweekly
Residency RequirementNone
Supervision ExercisedMay be asked to assist in technical supervision over new recruits as assigned.
Shift WorkYes. 24 on, 48 off
Candidate Contacts:Joslynn RothHR Generalist402-462-3535hr@cityofhastings.org
Department Information: Hastings Fire and Rescue is an all-hazards department that provides primary Fire/Rescue/EMS services for the city of Hastings, NE, as well as emergency ALS transport services for all of Adams County, NE. We are looking for career-oriented firefighters with a progressive mindset. Hastings Fire and Rescue responds to approximately 3000 emergency calls for service each year. Staffing includes 27 full-time firefighters on 3 shifts, working a 24 on/48 off schedule.
City Information: Hastings is the county seat and population center of Adams County, NE. Hastings is home to a private, liberal arts college, a community college, one of the largest ethanol producers in the state of NE, and has a strong manufacturing base. Additionally, Hastings is served by two major rail lines, sits at the intersection of two major state highway corridors, is just 20 minutes south of I-80, and has a general aviation airport with approximately 20,000 operations annually. The area surrounding Hastings is rural, primarily agricultural production including crops and livestock.
Population: 24989 (2017)
Age : 18
Citizenship Required : Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
High School Grad/GED : Yes
Valid NEBRASKA Driver's License : Yes
Prior Experience : Lateral entry credit available with the following full-time, career Firefighter/EMT-P experience:
Necessary License :By date of hire, possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, a State of Nebraska Paramedic license throughout duration of employment.
Post Hiring :
Criminal Activity Disqualifiers : Inability to obtain State EMTB License due to background investigation
Criminal Disqualifiers : Inability to obtain State Paramedic License due to background investigation
Drug Use Disqualifiers : City of Hastings is a drug free workplace. All employees are subject to random drug screening