The City of Fargo is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Fire Fighter without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal and state laws except where a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) applies.

SALARY: 2008 annual starting salary is $38,686 ($3,224/month) plus benefits.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) and must have one of the following:
1. An Associate of Science Degree in Fire Technologies and Administration; or
2. Fire Fighter I/II curriculum as approved by the National Fire Academy
(or an equivalent program which conforms to NFPA 1001) and
successful completion of 60 college semester hours in any subject; or
3. Successful completion of 90 college semester hours in any subject; or
4. Equivalent education and experience.

SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION: Copies of transcripts, course documentation and certifications
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: The applicant must obtain national certification as an Emergency Medical Technician within the probationary period (one year) on his/her own time and at his/her own expense. The applicant must have the ability to understand the English language, written and spoken. They must pass a physical agility test that will demonstrate they possess adequate physical ability to perform all duties and be able to utilize all issued equipment under hazardous conditions. In addition, they will participate in an oral interview with a panel representing Civil Service, Human Resources and Fire officials, and are subject to a background investigation. Following a conditional offer of employment applicant shall be required to successfully pass a comprehensive medical examination (includes drug screen) and a polygraph test.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Appointees to the position of Fire Fighter are also subject to all applicable provisions of federal and state law; the Ordinances of the City of Fargo as set forth in the Fargo Municipal Code; all City of Fargo Employment policies; and all applicable departmental rules, regulations and standard operating procedures.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION: Only those who have applied in a timely manner, meet minimum qualifications and have received notification will be admitted to the written examination. Those applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications or not meeting the deadline for receipt of applications will be notified of their ineligibility and notified not to report for the written examination.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION: Qualified applicants will be notified in writing of the time, date and location of testing. Writing materials and examination booklets will be supplied. Do not bring any materials into the examination room.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are available at the Human Resources Office, Fargo City Hall, 200 Third Street North, Fargo, ND 58102 (701-241-1321), or at Job Service North Dakota, 1350 32nd Street SW, Fargo, ND 58103 (800-247-0985); or by e-mail, humanresources@cityoffargo.com. All requests for application packets must be made in a timely manner as to allow enough time for the applicant to receive, assemble all the required documents, and complete and return the application with all required attachments (#1 and #2) by the deadline date. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 4:00 PM, Friday, May 16, 2008 at City of Fargo, Human Resources Department, 200 3rd Street North, Fargo, ND 58102 . EOE

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