Job Information

DE PERE, CITY OF
335 SOUTH BROADWAY
DE PERE, WISCONSIN 54115
920-339-2375

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Updated: December 10, 2024

The De Pere Fire Rescue Department is accepting applications to fill current vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for future openings. All candidates must upload a resume, copies of all pertinent certifications and licensures, and a valid CPAT certificate through National Testing Network. Candidates are also required to apply for the position through the City of De Pere’s website: City of De Pere Job Opportunities

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year, with the first review beginning on January 15, 2025.

Job Classification: Firefighter

Department Application Link:
Job Opportunities | Sorted by Job Title ascending | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)

Salary Information:
$57,272-$75,072
Paramedic Pay: additional 4.75% of top firefighter annual base pay.
At top pay by 5th year.
Lateral transfers may start in higher on the wage scale.

Benefit Information:
Employee Benefits / De Pere, Wisconsin (deperewi.gov)

Contact Information:
Stephanie O’Brien
Talent Acquisition Specialist
920-339-4045
deperehr@deperewi.gov

Department Overview:
As a member of the De Pere Fire Rescue Department, you’re not confined to only doing certain tasks; you’ll have the opportunity to interact with the community in a variety of ways. The Fire Rescue Department has a number of opportunities for employees to expand their knowledge and thrive in their career, including responding to Fire and EMS calls, fire inspection, and public education. Our Firefighters work closely with the community to provide education through open houses, school fire safety education, elder care fire safety, station tours, and more!

Area Information:
De Pere Fire Rescue is committed to providing a superior level of emergency service that continually improves the quality of life, health and safety of the community we serve. We pride ourselves on being well trained and responsive in times of need, and do so with an unwavering focus on integrity, teamwork, compassion and courage. De Pere Fire Rescue has two fire stations, one on each side of the Fox River. DPFR protects a population of more than 25,000 in an area covering roughly 12 square miles. In addition, we cover an area of the Town of Ledgeview, the Town of Lawrence and an area of Ashwaubenon for Emergency Medical Rescue. Combined they cover over 25 square miles with an additional population of over 10,000 people.

Population:
25,293

Job Requirements

Age:
Must be 18 or older

Citizenship Required:
Must be legally eligible for U.S. employment

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Must have correctable vision; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision, and peripheral vision

College:
Associate degree in any field

Prior Experience:
Not required. Lateral transfers encouraged to apply.

Necessary Certifications
Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Driver/Operator-Pumper
Current National Registry or State of Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification

Additional Requirements
Residency within a 30-mile radius from the center of the Claude Allouez Bridge within 12 months of hire

Hiring Process
Notification of open positions will be made through various sites including, but not limited to the City of De Pere website, the City of De Pere and fire department social media pages, the National Testing Network (NTN), etc.

Candidates who submit a complete packet through NTN including resume, NTN CPAT, copies of all pertinent certifications and licensures, and meet the minimum qualifications for this position may be invited via e-mail for a panel interview whenever a vacancy exists.

For candidates advancing in the recruitment process, the following steps may be involved up to the point of a conditional offer of employment: placement on eligibility list, background check, reference check, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug/alcohol screening.

Upon successful completion of all steps, a final offer may be made, and the Police and Fire Commission shall confirm the Chief’s final recommended hire.

Job Summary
Protect life and property by performing firefighting, emergency medical care, rescue, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties through preparation, maintenance, and response of fire department personnel, equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

Essential Functions
The following duties are essential for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

Respond to fire, emergency medical, and rescue incidents. Perform rescue operations by removing persons from danger, including injured or unconscious persons.
Operate apparatus and equipment, connect, drag, and carry heavy hoses over all types of terrain, including up ladders, stairs, through and over debris. Maneuver heavy nozzles and direct water streams. Raise and climb ladders. Carry and operate all fire suppression related equipment including hand and power tools.
Respond to emergency calls for specialized services such as hazardous materials, extrication, and technical rescues that include confined space, water, high angle, agricultural, trench, collapse rescues, etc.
Clean and inspect apparatus and equipment. Keep fire station, equipment, and grounds in a clean and orderly condition.
Participate in training activities and instruction including fire suppression, emergency medical, fire prevention, and special operations.
Acquire and retain a thorough knowledge of the response area, including streets, buildings, water supply, and targe hazards.
Perform education to the public covering fire and injury prevention and fire department equipment and facilities including, but not limited to, station tours, open houses, and school visits.
Participate in fire inspections of buildings, hydrants, special events, and other fire prevention programs.
Enter fire, emergency medical, inspection, and training activities into the records management systems. Remain competent in the preparation of these reports and records.
Follow all rules and regulations, City policies and procedures, standard operating guidelines, operational procedures, general orders, and directives of the fire department.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of technical rescue operations, emergency medical service, hazardous materials spill and release mitigation, vehicle extrication, and disaster management.
Principles and practices of fire prevention and suppression.
Principles and practices of emergency medical, health, and rescue techniques and methods.
Laws, codes, and ordinances pertaining to fire safety, building construction, electrical installation, and the storage or handling of hazardous materials.
Care, use, and maintenance of equipment and tools utilized in the performance of department functions.
The geography of the City, including the street system, hydrant locations and water supply, and the layout and location of public utilities.
Strategies for all types of fire such as commercial, residential, vehicle, vegetation, and flammable/combustible liquids.
Emergency response records management systems, communications equipment, fire computer applications, and incident reporting procedures.
Community fire and safety education programs.

Skill in:

The evaluation and implementation of tactical and operational requirements of situations involving large, destructive fires.
Operating fire apparatus and pumping equipment; hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic rescue/stabilization equipment.
Operating ladders, hose lines, two-way radios, cameras, atmospheric and chemical sampling equipment.
Hazardous Materials identification and emergency response protocols, Federal, and State regulations.
The operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions.
The operation of all apparatus and equipment to effectively perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Ability to:

Work in extremely stressful situations, day and night, which result from fire and other emergencies.
Work in extreme conditions, including heights, super-heated and smoke-filled buildings, toxic atmospheres, cramped and difficult to enter spaces, areas of low visibility, and extreme weather conditions, while wearing heavy protective clothing and using heavy equipment.
Wear and use an N95 respirator and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Direct and command people in such a manner as to obtain maximum cooperation.
Understand and obey traffic laws and regulations and statutes governing the operation of emergency vehicles.
Provide testimony in court proceedings.
Remain calm in a crisis.
Think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to and take control of stressful situations.
Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action.
Influence the behavior of others through persuasion and encouragement. Manages conflict or other sensitive issues tactfully and effectively.
Make accurate and independent decisions.
Organize, schedule, prioritize and perform duties with limited supervision.
Observe, follow oral and written instructions, and complete assignments accurately and within deadlines.
Use appropriate language, style and methods depending on audience and the purpose of communication.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with business representatives, elected officials, department heads, the public, and other City employees with courtesy and tact.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding information read or heard.
Utilize a computer and required software.
Work the required hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

Work Schedule

The workday for line personnel shall be from 7:00 am of one day to 7:00 am of the succeeding day.
The normal workweek shall average 56 hours per calendar week with a three-platoon system under the procedure of the California plan.
The work period shall consist of 27 workdays coinciding with three recurring 9-day cycles under the schedules worked in accordance with the schedules worked by line personnel as set forth above.

Physical and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in dangerous situations under an inordinate amount of stress.
Work is performed in an environment in which the employee is subject to potential personal danger.
This work requires the continuous exertion of up to 100 pounds of lifting/moving or force and continuous push/pull of up to 100 pounds or more while performing essential functions of the job.
Work regularly requires the ability to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and speak and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
Acceptable verbal and conversation skills to effectively communicate with others in English.
Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.
Work may include outdoors in seasonal weather extremes.
Exposures could include toxic chemicals, seasonal temperature extremes, and other possible unknown hazardous materials.
Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and following directions.
May require interactions with persons who are hostile or aggressive, posing threatening conditions.

EEO Statement
The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with state and federal law, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor or Human Resources.

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