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FIREFIGHTER

City of Palestine Civil Service Testing Fire Department The fire department will be conducting an entry level firefighter exam on Saturday, March 13, 2010.

Application packets may be obtained at:

City Hall
504 N. Queen St.
Palestine, TX
(903)731-8415

These packets must be completed and returned no later than 5pm on Friday, March 5, 2010 in order to take the exam.

For a complete list of eligibility requirements, go to: www.cityofpalestinetx.com

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Firefighter/Paramedic
Farmers Branch, TX

The City of Farmers Branch is located in the heart of the Dallas Metro area. The FBFD provides fire, rescue, and ALS EMS service to a diverse commercial and residential customer base from three fire stations.

The Farmers Branch Fire Department (FBFD) provides fire and paramedic level ambulance service to a daytime population of 90,000. The Department currently operates 3 Engine Companies, 1 Truck Company, 2 Paramedic Ambulances and 1 Battalion Chief out of three fire stations.

When directed by the Fire Chief, candidates will be required to participate in the Department's Paramedic Program.

Applicants must attach to their on-line application the following documents:

1. TCFP Basic Firefighter certification.
2. Texas DSHS EMT, Intermediate or Paramedic certification.
3. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
4. College Transcripts.

Full job description, requirements, minimum qualifications and on-line application at: www.farmersbranch.info

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Paramedics
Comanche County Medical Center

Comanche County Medical Center is seeking a full-time Paramedic. CCMC offers a competitive salary & excellent benefits package.

Download application from our website www.comanchecmc.com and fax to HR Director – 254-879-4990

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FIREFIGHTER/EMT-B (PARAMEDIC PREFERRED)
COPPERAS COVE, TX

Deadline for applications is February 12, 2010.

Full testing details at this link: http://www.tcfp.state.tx.us/pdf_posts/copperas_cove.pdf

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FIREFIGHTER/EMT-B
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License; acquire a Texas Class B Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire date.
• Certifications for Firefighter from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and Emergency Medical Technician-Basic from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are required.

Required Knowledge of:

• Fire Department and City policies, rules, guidelines, and procedures.
• Principles and practices of modern fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical care.
• Procedures and equipment used in modern fire fighting and emergency medical response.
• Operational characteristics of fire suppression apparatus and equipment.
• Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.
• City geography, traffic patterns, and the location of all streets, landmarks and buildings.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing fire safety.

Required Skill in:

• Providing firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services under emergency conditions.
• Observing and following safe fire fighting practices.
• Following orders under stressful conditions.
• Recognizing the construction, contents and occupancy of buildings in order to apply appropriate standard firefighting techniques.
• Assessing emergency medical needs, stabilizing patient, and providing emergency medical care.
• Operating and maintaining fire suppression apparatus, tools and equipment.
• Maintaining physical condition required for the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees, State and Federal agencies, and the general public.
• Performing maintenance and repair of firefighting vehicles, facilities, equipment, tools, and hydrants.
• Operating and maintaining computer and communications equipment.
• Effective, clear and concise communication, both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors and indoors with exposure to extreme weather conditions and temperature fluctuations with ability to rapidly adapt to changes.
• Requires constant and strenuous physical efforts including safely standing, kneeling, bending, crawling, and reaching for extended periods of time; ability to safely lift, carry, and move items weighing a minimum of one hundred (100) pounds and safely drag items weighing a minimum of one hundred seventy-five (175) pounds.
• Will be exposed to environmental allergens, gases, fumes, hazardous chemicals/materials, communicable diseases and potential physical harm; varying noise levels; dark and confined spaces.
• Must be able to work irregular hours in uniform or wearing full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus including weekends, holidays and evenings on any assigned shift.
• Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness to meet standards.

Application packet at this link: http://www.nbtexas.org/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1445

Deadline for applications is February 26, 2010.

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FIREFIGHTER APPRENTICE
TEXARKANA, TX

Salary: $33,974

The Texarkana, Texas Civil Service Commission hereby announces an examination for the position of Apprentice Firefighter. Qualified applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of the Firefighter Entrance Exam, but not have reached 36 years of age at time of employment. Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; show proof of U. S. Citizenship; and possess a valid driver’s license. We offer an excellent benefit package.

No certifications are required to take the entrance exam. However, preference in hiring will be given to individuals who possess Texas Commission on Fire Protection certification as a structural firefighter, Texas Department of State Health Services certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, and/or prior full-time, career fire service experience. Applicant’s chances for employment will be greatly enhanced if applicant possesses both firefighter and EMT certifications.

Applications are available at:

City of Texarkana, Texas
Information Kiosk
220 Texas Blvd.
Texarkana, Texas 75504

Or online at http://www.ci.texarkana.tx.us/documents/firedept/employmentappfire.pdf

Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010. Late applications will not be accepted. Call 903-798-3900 for application information.

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FIREFIGHTER
PORT LAVACA, TX

The City of Port Lavaca will be accepting applications for the position of Probationary Fire Fighter. Must be willing to relocate.

Minimum requirements for this position are as follows: certified or certifiable fire fighter with the TCFP, and successful completion of TDH or National Registry EMT-Basic program.

More information about this position can be obtained at the City of Port Lavaca's Human Resource office by emailing: bgibson@portlavaca.org

Deadline for applications will be at close of business on Wednesday, March 30, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.

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ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER
CEDAR PARK, TX

Link to application and testing packet: http://www.cedarparktx.us/cp/resources/1/0Entry%20Level%20Exam%20Packet%203-10.pdf

Deadline for applications is February 19, 2010.

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FIREFIGHTER
BAYTOWN, TX

Protects life and property by safely extinguishing fires and removing individuals from hazardous situations; assisting in fire prevention activities; involvement in other emergency and non-emergency situations, such as inspections, maintenance of equipment; and conducting other related duties. All qualified candidates will be required to undergo a polygraph, psychological, drug screen, physical and in-depth background check. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee to work overtime.

Skills / Requirements:

1.High School Diploma/GED.
2.Valid Texas driver's license with acceptable driving record.
3.Must obtain CDL Class B license within one year of hire date.
4.Must be at least 19 years of age and less than 36 years of age at the time of appointment as an academy trainee (or if certified, at the time of appointment as a firefighter).
5.Must be able to read and write English.
6.Possess EMT certification, or obtain within one year of hire date.
7.Must meet all legal requirements necessary to become eligible for certification by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. Once classified as a firefighter, must possess the Basic Firefighter Certification from the Commission on Fire Protection Personnel Standards and Education.
8.Will be required to pass all pre-employment tests before hire.
9.Must be a United States citizen.

Preference will be given to those applicants who hold or in the process of obtaining one or more of the following:

*Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Fighter Basic or higher
*Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry equivalent Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic

Deadline to apply is March 12, 2010

The City of Baytown strives to hire individuals for a career with our City and are committed to achieving a diversified work force. Our highly experienced and diversified workforce is focused on superior customer service. We appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Baytown.

Apply: http://www.baytown.org/

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FIREFIGHTER
CITY OF MESQUITE

Apply online: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/fire/jobs.php

Complete requirements, qualifications and testing information are outlined on the City's website.

Deadline for applications is March 26, 2010.

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Firefighter/Paramedic
Grand Prairie, TX

Grand Prairie, TX is a rapidly growing city of more than 166,000 residents. A career with the Grand Prairie Fire Department offers a variety of assignments with opportunity for advancement. Our Fire Fighters are proud members of a progressive, professional department.

The Grand Prairie Fire Department seeks highly motivated individuals who will serve our community with integrity and courage, committing themselves to protecting the lives and property of the citizens of Grand Prairie.

Excellent compensation plus additional pay for:
Salary Range: $46,520 - $63,916 a year (estimated annual rate)
•Paramedic
•Holidays
•Stability Pay
•Retirement & Medical Benefits
•Bilingual Skills

The next test for Fire Fighter is March 6, 2010.

Testing Requirements:
•Must be a U.S. Citizen between the ages of 21 and 35. (A person 36 years of age or older is not eligible for a beginning position as a Fire Fighter.); AND
•Have a High School diploma/GED AND
•Possession of a Texas Paramedic Certification or License or a National Paramedic Certificate required.

You must provide the following documentation at time of application:
•Birth Certificate (original or certified copy)
•Copy of High School diploma/GED (original or certified copy)
•Copy of Texas Paramedic Certification or License or National Paramedic Certificate
•Form DD-214 - Applicants with military service will have 5 points added to their raw test score provided they submit a DD-214 stating an Honorable discharge

Application deadline February 26, 2010.

Please complete the online application at: https://recruiting.gptx.org

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Austin-Travis County
Emergency Medical Services Department

Emergency Services, Emergency Communications, Shock Trauma Air Rescue
Preserve Life, Improve Health, Promote Safety

There's not another city in the world quite like Austin, Texas. Live music, outdoor sports, a thriving economy and over 300 sunny days per year make Austin a great place to call home. We pride ourselves on providing an outstanding environment in which employees are free to grow professionally and personally while being well compensated for their dedication.

Our department now operates on a 48 hour work week with varied shift schedules, including 24’s, 12’s, hybrid shift schedules (combination of 24 and 12 hour shifts), and any other shift that conforms to a 48 hour work week. We value our staff therefore our goal is to provide our paramedics with more flexibility with their schedules and more work/life balance. The 48-Hour work week combined with Deployment Opportunities, Competitive Salary Range, Career Advancement, City of Austin Benefits & Retirement, and a structured Training Academy makes Austin-Travis County EMS a desirable department to practice pre-hospital medicine.

*Are you ready for a 48 hour work week?
*Are you ready to take ownership of your own career in EMS?
*Are you ready to receive the compensation that you deserve?

If you answered YES to all three questions, we want “YOU” to attend an upcoming FIELD PARAMEDIC HIRING PROCESS.

This is a three day hiring process that will include:

-WRITTEN PARAMEDIC EXAM
-ORAL CASE SCENARIOS
-PHYSICAL ABILITY COURSE
-WRITTEN PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
-ORAL INTERVIEW
-PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVIEW

We will need your completed employment application submitted online, a copy of your current DL, a copy of your current ACLS certification and a copy of your current State Paramedic and/or NR certification, criminal history report for the last five years and your State certified driving record for the last three years on or before the application deadline.

Please complete the application online at the City of Austin’s eCareer website: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/hr/default.htm. All other required application materials can be faxed, mailed, or dropped off at the EMS Recruiting Office.

Fax Number: Contact Recruiting at 888-448-2367 for the Fax Number.

Address:

Austin-Travis County EMS
EMS Recruiting - 2nd Floor
15 Waller Street
Austin, Texas 78702

Please visit this link which will take you directly to our website: www.ci.austin.tx.us/ems. You may also view the online streaming video for the Physical Ability course at: http://www.atcems.org/Careers/paTest.cfm

Yearly Earnings Range-No Experience; $42,606.72 to $46,157.28

Yearly Earnings Range-Six Years of Experience; $47,723.52 to $51,700.48

Note: The first amount in each earnings range is the base salary only. The second amount estimates the potential earnings with inherent premium pay for hours over 40, as explained below (the estimate assumes no benefit time utilized).

*Plus an excellent benefit package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, sick leave, vacation, retirement and tuition reimbursement.

If you are interested in working for a progressive EMS system with endless career opportunities, please contact an Austin-Travis County EMS Recruiter today!

Toll Free (888) 448-2367
EMSrecruiting@ci.austin.tx.us

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EAST TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER EMS

ETMC – Emergency Medical Service seeks full time and PRN PARAMEDICS (Licensure or National Registry preferred)

East Texas Medical Center E M S covers 20 counties of East Texas, blanketing 16,000 square miles with 72 ambulances, two helicopters and Texas's most comprehensive communications system. ETMC EMS saves more lives by carrying only nationally registered paramedics equipped with the latest technology.

East Texas Medical Center is offering competitive salaries and benefits. Sign On Bonus and Relocation Allowances available.

Contact:

ETMC EMS
352 South Glenwood
Tyler, TX 75702
Phone: 903-535-5803
Fax: 903-939-5758

Equal Opportunity Employer

HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
ISO CLASS 1

The Houston Fire Department was established in 1838 with one station, Protection Company No. 1. It grew to a volunteer fire department status with three stations by 1859. After having provided volunteer firefighting services for 57 years, the City of Houston Fire Department began paying its firefighters in 1895. HFD is the fourth largest fire department in the United States and is responsible for preserving life and property to a population of 1.8 million in an area totaling 617 square miles.

Today's modern fire service is presently undergoing a transitional process. Over the last few years, HFD has evolved into a highly sophisticated public safety rescue system that has saved hundreds of lives and reduced the severity of countless injuries and illnesses. The Houston Fire Department has a vision that guides the organization towards excellence. That goal is achieved through deliberate planning, adaptability and the courage to embrace challenges and
opportunities.

The Houston Fire Department aspires to become a model department, setting standards for fire departments around the country. In 1998, the department prioritized the accomplishments necessary to achieve this elite status. Among its goals, HFD focused on the Insurance Service Office rating, a primary element used by the insurance industry to develop premium
rates for homes and businesses. On a relative scale of 1 - 10, the ISO measures the capabilities of a fire department to control fires, thus limiting fire losses. The ISO raised the rating to a class 1 in 2002, effective April 1, 2003.

Additionally, the Houston Fire Department has taken steps to become accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International - a self assessment graded by peers. As of March 24, 2001, the Houston Fire Department became the world's largest accredited fire department. These goals cannot be accomplished without the department's commitment to provide
up-to-date gear, equipment, apparatus and to replace or upgrade inadequate fire stations.

For more information on career opportunities with the Houston Fire Department, please contact:

Houston Fire Department
Non-Classified Recruiting
Human Resources Management
1205 Dart
Houston Texas 77007
http://www.houstontx.gov/fire/

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FORT WORTH FIRE DEPARTMENT

The City of Fort Worth Fire Department, part of the sprawling DFW Metroplex, has a staff of more than 750 firefighters
and 60 fire/rescue apparatus, providing emergency services for citizens spanning 300 square miles.

FWFD currently operates 39 stations with plans to build more to stay up with increasing community growth, creating more employment opportunities for interested men and women to explore. The Fort Worth Fire Department has assumed a higher level of service to the citizens than ever before. Some of the services currently provided include Emergency Medical Services,
Hazardous Materials Emergency Mitigation, Fire Safety Education, Underwater/Swift Water Rescue, Emergency Management Office, High Angle/ Trench Rescue, Citizen Fire Academy, Juvenile Firesetter Education/Counseling Program, and a host of other services.

Through a visionary administration, skilled and dedicated workforce The Fort Worth Fire Department has become one of the most efficient and respected fire service organizations in America.

Applications for employment with the Fort Worth Fire Department are only accepted when “Open Application Screening Process" has been announced.

Forth Worth Fire Department
Firefighter Recruitment Department
817-871-6882
http://www.fortworthgov.org/hr/fireinfo.htm

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DALLAS FIRE-RESCUE

Dallas Fire-Rescue is looking for men and women interested in becoming Firefighter/ Paramedics, fire prevention officers and communications specialists. You could become involved in fire suppression, emergency medical services, haz-mat, technical
rescue, or fire prevention. The City of Dallas offers excellent opportunities for qualified persons to become a part of one of the outstanding fire departments in the country. Candidates are given extensive instruction during their recruit training and apprenticeship.

Dallas Fire-Rescue provides the residents of Dallas with fire suppression and protection, emergency rescue capabilities, and emergency medical first responder services. A minimum of four firefighters respond on each fire engine and aerial ladder truck company. There are 55 fire stations located strategically throughout the city. These fire stations house 54 fire engines, 21 aerial ladder trucks, 5 aircraft rescue firefighting apparatus, 9 Booster pumpers, 1 Haz Mat Unit, as well as 32 front line Rescues and 9 Peak demand Rescues.

The Dallas Fire Rescue serves a population of over 1 million citizens. To provide service to this large community, the Dallas Fire Rescue has over 1,500 uniformed personnel.

For more information about careers with Dallas Fire Rescue, contact:

Dallas Fire Rescue
Fire Department Recruiting
214-670-4311
800-510-FIRE
http://www.dallasfirerescue.com/recruit.htm

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SAN ANTONIO FIRE DEPARTMENT

Serving more than 1,100,000 residents, the San Antonio Fire Department provides fire, rescue, and EMS services to the eighth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The Firefighting Division is comprised of more than 1,000 uniformed firefighters operating out of forty-nine (49) fire stations. The division provides fire protection and medical first responder service to over 1.2 million citizens with a service coverage area of over 400 square miles.

The Firefighting Division is organized into seven (7) fire districts, with a District Chief in charge of each fire district. The seven (7) fire districts have a total of approximately 270 firefighters on duty each shift. The companies in the firefighting division were dispatched to more than 80,000 emergency responses in 2008.

Contact:

San Antonio Fire Department

http://www.sanantonio.gov/safd/Admin/Recruiting/Recruit.asp

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AUSTIN FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Austin Fire Department serves a population of approximately 700,000 permanent residents from 39 active fire stations plus an aircraft Firefighting/Rescue station at Bergstrom International Airport. There are nearly 1,000 firefighters in the department as well as approximately 65 civilians (non-Civil Service) employees, functioning in professional administrative and support roles.

In addition to fire suppression, AFD is the City's first responder in medical emergencies, meaning firefighters arrive on the scene and begin patient assessment and stabilization, usually before the arrival of the ambulance. All firefighters are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians. Medical calls make up more than 50 percent of AFD's call volume. Austin-Travis County EMS is a separate City-County department staffed with paramedics who initiate ALS care and provide patient transport.

Austin is located in beautiful Texas Hill Country, and is home to the University of Texas, Texas state government, and a diverse cultural backdrop. Austin is often considered the live music capital of the world, and is located within driving distance to Houston and San Antonio.

For further information about employment opportunities with AFD, contact the Austin Fire Department Recruiting Office:

Austin Fire Department
Fire Recruiting Office
800-832-5264 or 512-305-4000

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EL PASO FIRE DEPARTMENT

The El Paso Fire Department consists of approximately 700 structural firefighters, 140 Fire Medical Division personnel and approximately 75 civilians (support personnel). EPFD facilities currently include thirty neighborhood fire stations, one airport fire station at the El Paso International Airport, and six support facilities.

The support facilities include the administrative offices, maintenance, fire prevention, training academy, communications, and reserve center. The support personnel includes accounting clerks, automotive workers and technicians, budget coordinators, clerk typist, mechanics,
payroll clerks, dispatchers, secretaries, stores supervisor and clerks, welder, etc.

The department is responsible for more than 250 square miles and 570,000 citizens. EPFD also provides mutual aid response to Fort Bliss Military Installation and outside the city limits to the County of El Paso. EPFD responded to more than 69,000 incidents in 2007.

For more information about minimum qualifications and the hiring process, please contact:

City of El Paso Human Resources
City Personnel Department
Two Civic Center Plaza
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 541-4504
http://www.elpasotexas.gov/fire/recruiting.asp

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PLANO FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Plano Fire Department provides service to a community of over 255,000 and covers an area of 66.3 square miles. During 2008, the Plano Fire Department ran more than 17,500 total incidents. PFD provides fire suppression, education, inspection, investigation and emergency medical services. PFD runs Engine Companies, Truck Companies, and MICU's. The Plano Fire Department is also CFAI & CAAS Accredited - the only department in the United States with both recognitions and an ISO Class 1 rating.

The Plano Fire Department is a progressive organization delivering a wide variety of emergency and non-emergency services. Emergency services include: fire suppression, advanced life support medical treatment and patient transportation, specialized rescue operations, hazardous material incident mitigation, and response to weather-related emergencies. Primary non-emergency services include: fire prevention inspections, public fire safety education programs, public CPR classes, and support of numerous community events.

For more information, call the City of Plano Employment Hotline at (972) 941-7402 or visit http://www.planofire.org

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GALVESTON EMS

GCHD accepts applications for Licensed and Certified Paramedics, EMT-Intermediates, and Emergency Medical Technicians.

Galveston EMS has advancement opportunities for its paramedic level personnel. These include Sr. Paramedic, Team Captain,
Sr. Team Captain, and Supervisor.

Galveston EMS offers the following:

• Progressive protocols for diverse emergency calls
• Competitive benefits package to include 457 employee-controlled investments
• Annual earning potential: entry level licensed paramedic, $34,450 - $40,370
• Highly desirable 24/72 shifts
• Texas Department of State Health Services EMS Provider of the Year 2004
• First EMS to utilize CPAP starting in 1998
• Progressive employer-paid continuing education, training, quality assurance, certification-maintenance & fitness programs
• Innovations in special operations to include first responder programs, bicycle medical response, offshore flights,
bioterrorism training, and specialized island evacuation planning
• Special events staffing for Mardi Gras, Beach Party Weekend, Lone Star Biker Rally, sports, etc.
• Affiliated with major academic and research hospital
• Enjoy the abundant recreational and cultural activities that come with living in the Galveston- Houston metropolitan area.

Applications are taken by the Human Resource Department of the Galveston County Health District (GCHD).

Click here to download an application (pdf) from our website, or you may fill one out in person at:

GCHD
1207 Oak Street
La Marque, Texas 77568
http://www.gchd.org/ems/

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