Job Description
Salary: $93,343.72 Annually
Location : Allen, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: FIRE
Opening Date: 09/24/2024
Closing Date: 11/27/2024 12:00 PM Central
Description The City: With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions and quality of life makes it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission, is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced".
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the
PRIDE values. We do "Work that MATTER S !" - People First - Giving priority to others
- Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
- Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment
The Allen Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Individuals who meet the minimum qualifications listed below are invited to submit an online employment application along with supporting documentation to verify eligibility.
Completed application packets must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than 12:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted and will result in the applicant not being eligible to test.
Required Documentation : - TCFP Firefighter Certification*
- TDSHS Paramedic Certification/License*
- Copy of High School Diploma
- Copy of Birth Certificate
- Copy of College Transcripts (if applicable)
- Copy of Driver's License
- Copy of Naturalization Papers (if applicable)
- Copy of Military Discharge Papers DD-214 (if applicable)
- Personal Inquiry Authorization Form - click on link to access document
- Physical Ability Examination Waiver - click on link to access document
*Please review the certification requirements below
Certification Requirements:
To be eligible to test/interview, the applicant must have the following certifications listed below: - Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter (Structural) Certification*
- Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic Certification or License*
*If the certification(s) is not currently held, the applicant must be in the final session of school. Please note: if selected to move forward in the hiring process, a conditional offer will not be extended until all certifications are complete.
All above documents must be submitted together at the same time prior to the application deadline of no later than 12:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 . You can submit the documents by one of two methods:
- Attaching during the application process
- Delivering, mailing or emailing all of the documents together to the Human Resources department at the below address:
Kara Lungren
305 Century Parkway
Allen, TX 75013
Kara.Lungren@CityofAllen.org
Upon receipt of your application, all required documents, and verification of qualifications, applicants will receive additional documents to be completed and testing confirmation.
Testing Information:
The test date will be Friday, December 6, 2024, at 9 am. The test location is: Central Fire Station (310 Century Parkway, Allen, TX 75013)
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and testing will begin promptly at 9 am. No one will be admitted after 9 am.
Essential Functions The Position: The purpose of this position is to preserve the lives and property of the surrounding community by providing fire and medical services. This is accomplished by utilizing skills in firefighting and medical activities, responding to fire, emergency and medical calls, completing fire suppression activities, providing patient care, operating fire and medical equipment and apparatus, maintaining firefighting and paramedic certifications and attending training sessions. Other duties may include performing preventative maintenance on fire and medical equipment and apparatus, assisting with fire station maintenance, completing medical and fire documentation, educating the community on fire safety and first aid procedures and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees. This position fills in as Driver/Operator/Engineer when assigned.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Provides emergency medical services by responding to emergency calls, assessing the medical needs of patients, determining best immediate treatment, administering advanced life support, utilizing advanced medical skills, operating life-saving equipment, driving apparatus to emergency scenes, assisting patients to emergency centers, completing medical reports, stocking medical supplies and documenting all services provided.
- Protects lives and property by responding to fire and emergency calls, performing radio communications, completing fire suppression activities for residential and commercial structures, vehicles, rubbish and grass areas, operating apparatus, removing hazards from emergency scenes, rescuing persons from fire and emergency scenes, utilizing fire extinguishing equipment to suppress fires and documenting actions when appropriate.
- Maintains fire-fighting and paramedic equipment and fire station property by performing preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery as assigned, ensuring apparatus is operating properly and safely, determining if problematic or faulty parts exist, replacing faulty parts as assigned, completing lawn activities such as mowing lawn, assisting with fire station cleaning activities and documenting maintenance actions when appropriate.
- Maintains assigned medical and firefighting certifications by participating in continuing education related to medical, fire fighting, driving and computer skills and completing appropriate paperwork for training received.
- Educates the community about fire safety by responding to citizen inquiries and questions on fire safety, presenting fire safety tips to local schools and businesses, demonstrating appropriate personal actions during fires or emergencies, illustrating proper fire extinguisher use and first aid procedures and assisting with public tours of the fire station when necessary.
- Conducts fire inspections when requested by visiting various City structures, observing and investigating the premises, determining compliance with fire safety codes and ordinances and documenting findings.
Job Requirements Education & Experience - High School diploma or equivalent with no prior relevant experience.
Certification and Other Requirements - To be eligible to test/interview, the applicant must have the following certifications listed below:
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter (Structural) Certification*
- Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic Certification or License*
*If the certification(s) is not currently held, the applicant must be in the final session of school. Please note: if selected to move forward in the hiring process, a conditional offer will not be extended until all certifications are complete.
Please note: Any applicant who has tested for the Firefighter/Paramedic position with the City of Allen within the past two calendar years and failed either exam or was not selected to move forward in the interview process, will not be eligible to test.
To advance in the hiring process, qualified applicants are required to take and pass a written exam and a physical ability test. The written and physical ability exams will be scheduled for Friday, December 6, 2024, at 9 am. Doors open at 8:30 am and testing will begin promptly at 9 am. No one will be admitted after 9 am.
Entry- Level Firefighter Candidate Study Guide:
This study guide is available exclusively from IPMA-HR. You can order online at: Please allow several weeks prior to your scheduled test date to prepare with the study guide. A priority shipping option is available at checkout if necessary.
Physical Ability Requirements This is a physically demanding position requiring individuals to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, see and complete repetitive motions. Individuals may be required to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
As a result of the physical requirements of the position, incumbents will be required to earn a satisfactory rating on the annual Physical Ability Test (PAT) in order to participate in emergency incidents.
Supplemental Information Reading Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Math Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Writing Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Managerial Receives general directions. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically.
Supervisory / Organizational Control Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees.
Complexity Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.
Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills Persuasion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time.
Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen! Health & Dental Insurance - Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Choose between two EPO medical plans through UnitedHealthcare, including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and city contributions. Both plans include vision insurance.
- Flexible Dental Plan : Access care in and out-of-network with our UnitedHealthcare dental plan, all while enjoying low monthly premiums.
- Coverage Start Date : Your benefits begin the first day of the month following just 30 days of employment.
Robust Insurance Coverage - Life Insurance : Rest easy with Basic Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage, with options up to $250,000.
- Long-Term Disability : Provided at no cost to safeguard your financial future.
- Optional Benefits : Personalize your coverage with Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D insurance at affordable group rates.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Smart Savings : Manage your health and dependent care expenses with ease through payroll deductions and tax advantages.
Wellness Program - Health Incentives : Earn financial rewards by participating in health activities through our year-round wellness program.
Workers Compensation - Safety Net : You're fully covered for any work-related injuries, ensuring your peace of mind on the job.
Generous Time Off - Paid Holidays : Enjoy nine paid holidays annually, plus a personal day just for you.
- Vacation : Earn 120 hours of vacation annually, increasing to 160 hours after 10 years of service-giving you ample time to relax and recharge.
- Unlimited Sick Leave : Accrue 4.62 hours per pay period with no cap, ensuring flexibility for when you need it most.
Retirement Benefits - TMRS Participation : Secure your future with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a 2-to-1 city match upon vesting and retirement.
- Social Security : Gain additional retirement security by participating in Social Security.
Deferred Compensation - 457 Plan : Save for your future while lowering your taxable income by contributing to our deferred compensation plan.
Longevity Rewards - Monthly Bonus : After your first year, receive $4 for every month of service-a reward that grows with your career.
Join the City of Allen Team! Experience a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your rewarding journey with us! 01
In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "Incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?
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I understand that I am required to submit supporting documentation to the City of Allen Human Resources Department no later than 12 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, that confirms I have the required education, certifications and licenses to be eligible for consideration for this position.
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Have you tested for the Firefighter/Paramedic position with the City of Allen within the past two (2) calendar years and failed either exam or have not been selected to move forward in the hiring process?
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Will you be at least 18 years of age on or before November 27, 2024?
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
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Do you currently hold the TX Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic Certification/License?
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If you do not currently have the TX Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic Certification/License, are you in your final session of paramedic school?
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Do you currently hold a Paramedic Certification/License from another state? Please note: Out-of-state applicants must provide written confirmation that they are eligible for reciprocity and have proof that they are in the process of obtaining a Paramedic Certification from the State of Texas.
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Do you currently hold the the TX Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Firefighter Certification?
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If you do not currently have the TX Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Firefighter Certification, are you in your final session of school?
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Do you currently hold a Firefighter Certification from another state? Please note: Out-of-state applicants must provide written confirmation that they are eligible for reciprocity and have proof that they are in the process of obtaining a Structural Firefighter Certification from the TX Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).
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Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?
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If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?
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Do you have any criminal charges pending?
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Do you currently have any outstanding warrants?
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Have you been convicted, plead guilty or received deferred adjudication for more than three moving violations in the preceding 36 months or a reckless driving conviction in the preceding 60 months?
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Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty (nolo contendere), or been on court-ordered community service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class A misdemeanor or a felony in this state, other state or while serving in the military?
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During the last ten (10) years, have you been convicted of, plead guilty (nolo contendere) to, been on court-ordered community service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class B misdemeanor in this state, another state, or while serving in the military?
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Have you ever been convicted of or received deferred adjudication of an offense of family violence?
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Have you ever been convicted or received deferred adjudication in the past 10 years of the offense Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and/or Driving Under the Influence (DUI)?
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Have you had a military court-martial that resulted in a dishonorable, bad conduct discharge, or any other less than honorable?
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Have you used Marijuana, or any derivative, or any CBD oil (containing any level of THC) within 5 years of the date of this application?
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Have you ever sold any type of illegal narcotic or drug?
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Have you ever used Heroin, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, PCP, LSD or any other felony grade illegal substances?
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Have you had your Driver's License suspended or revoked in the preceding thirty-six (36) months?
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Have you received more than three (3) traffic citations for speeding or a chargeable bodily injury or property accident in the preceding thirty-six (36) months where you received a citation, plead guilty to, or received deferred adjudication?
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