The Seneca Fire Department is accepting applications for probationary firefighters. | Requirements: Must be over 18 years old. Members wishing to conduct firefighting operations will be required to pass an NFPA 1582 physical. All members must pass a criminal background check. All training will be provided. | Categories: Firefighter

Participate in organizing and managing fundraiser events to support the rescue's mission. Tasks include setting up events, engaging with attendees, and assisting with event logistics.

Transport animals to and from adoption events or veterinary appointments. Volunteers must ensure the safe and comfortable travel of animals.

Assist with managing and caring for animals during adoption events. Responsibilities include handling animals, interacting with potential adopters, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the animals during the event.

Help with community outreach by hanging flyers in local areas and making phone calls to promote the rescue's events and initiatives.

The Dwight Fire Protection District is currently looking for paid-on-call firefighters. If you are interested in giving back to your community and learning a new skill, we will train you! Call the Dwight Fire Protection District at (815) 584-2373, stop in and observe one of our Monday night drills or email the fire chief at pjohnson@dwightfire.org with any questions. We are accepting applications from Dwight residents as well as interested individuals who don't live in Dwight. All members that are hired who live "out of district" will be required to staff the Dwight Fire Protection District station for 8 hours every week on a "volunteer" unpaid basis and will be required to attend weekly training and monthly meetings that are scheduled to occur on Monday evenings per department policy. Members will be paid a "per call" stipend for any calls they respond to during their shift and will also be paid a "special pay rate" for conducting fire prevention activities and building inspections during their shift as well. If an out of district member is unable to staff the station during a particular week, the total number of minimum hours that the member must staff the station in a month must equal 40 hours. These hours are requested to be worked between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. In return the fire department will provide members with training, tuition reimbursement, use of our fitness facility, uniforms, and personal protective equipment. | Requirements: Members wishing to conduct firefighting operations will be required to pass an NFPA 1582 physical. All members must pass a criminal background check. All personnel will be required to become certified in the following areas within 2 years of hire. • Basic Operations Firefighter • Technical Rescue Awareness • Hazardous Materials Operations • ICS 100 • ICS 200 • ICS 700 • ICS 800 • Courage to Be Safe • Fire Service Vehicle Operator Personnel will be compensated at a specific rate for training, inspections, public education, and fire response activities. | Categories: Firefighter, Department Support, Community Education, Other, EMT

DEFINITION: To respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, and other calls to protect life and property; to participate in Fire/EMS training; and to maintain the fire station and firefighting/EMS equipment. Essential Functions: 1. Respond to fire alarms; Assist Fire department and Rehab. 2. Operate all types of emergency medical equipment. 3. Respond to emergency medical incidents such as auto accidents, gas system leaks and animals in distress; analyze patient needs and administer emergency medical. 4. Participate in fire station housekeeping and regular floor watch detail. 5. Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous environments including collapsed buildings, auto accidents and confined spaces. 6. Attend special instruction in firefighting emergency medical techniques; perform drills with other Fire Department personnel; become familiar with city layout and surrounding communities, established response routes and hydrant system; prepare and maintain a variety of firefighting preplan drawings and schematics. 7. Provide public information on fire prevention and EMS. Marginal Functions: 1. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. | Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Firefighter & EMS Minimum 18 years of age. Equivalent to graduation from high school. Must meet physical condition requirements and maintain them thereafter Licenses and Certifications: Possession of an appropriate driver's license on the date of application. Must obtain an EMT license or willingness to obtain; provided by Fire Department. Knowledge of of willingness to learn: Principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting and emergency rescue. Emergency medical assistance and CPR techniques. Basic life support procedures and techniques. Operation and basic maintenance of small motors. Basic rescue techniques and procedures. Basic techniques for handling hazardous materials. Basic mathematical principles. Ability to: Work under strict discipline and follow orders. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of fire fighting equipment. Read and understand technical materials, rules, regulations and procedures related to firefighting. Operate and perform basic service maintenance procedures on all fire fighting equipment, both manually operated and motorized. Learn to analyze emergency situations and quickly determine effective courses of action. Learn to identify various hazardous materials. Retain presence of mind in emergency situations. Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies. Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately. Operate and maintain voice radio equipment. Work in adverse physical locations and conditions. Perform heavy lifting and physical maneuvering. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: -- Performing life threatening firefighting activities in an emergency situation; -- Running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations; -- Moving equipment and injured or deceased persons; -- Climbing stairs/ladders; -- Performing life-saving and rescue procedures; -- Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time; and -- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles. Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to: -- Fire encompassed surroundings; -- Dangerous persons; -- Dangerous animals; -- Hazards of emergency driving; -- Hazards associated with traffic control and working in and near traffic; and -- Natural and man-made disasters. Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: -- Making observations; -- Communicating with others; -- Reading and writing; and -- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of: -- Exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous circumstances; -- Evaluating various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action; and -- Demonstrating intellectual capabilities during training and testing processes. Respond quickly to changing situations under emergency conditions. Direct the activities of others in medical emergencies. Work in hostile and dangerous conditions. | Categories: EMT

The Reading Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Firefighters and/or EMS Personnel. Training Provided must live in Streator area. To respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, and other calls to protect life and property; to participate in fire prevention and training; and to maintain the fire station and firefighting equipment. Essential Functions: 1. Respond to fire alarms; lay and connect hose; maintain pumping apparatus; hold nozzles and direct water streams; raise and climb ladders; ventilate burning structures; enter buildings to evacuate occupants. 2. Operate all types of fire operation and rescue equipment including portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment and emergency medical equipment. 3. Respond to emergency medical incidents such as auto accidents, gas system leaks and animals in distress; analyze patient needs and administer emergency medical until relieved by proper medical personnel 4. Preserve evidence at fire scenes. 5. Participate in fire station housekeeping and regular floor watch detail. 6. Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous environments including collapsed buildings, auto accidents and confined spaces. 7. Attend special instruction in firefighting emergency medical techniques; perform drills with other Fire Department personnel; become familiar with city layout and surrounding communities, established response routes and hydrant system; prepare and maintain a variety of firefighting preplan drawings and schematics. 8. Provide public information on fire prevention. Marginal Functions: 1. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. | Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age. Equivalent to graduation from high school. Must meet physical condition requirements and maintain them thereafter Licenses and Certifications: Possession of an appropriate driver's license on the date of application. Must obtain an Emergency Medical Responder License (EMR) training provided by Fire Department. Willingness to learn: Principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting and emergency rescue. Operation of fire apparatus, equipment, tools, devices, facilities and their proper use. Emergency medical assistance and CPR techniques. Basic life support procedures and techniques. Operation and basic maintenance of small motors. Basic rescue techniques and procedures. Basic techniques for handling hazardous materials. Basic mathematical principles. Ability to: Work under strict discipline and follow orders. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of fire fighting equipment. Read and understand technical materials, rules, regulations and procedures related to firefighting. Operate and perform basic service maintenance procedures on all fire fighting equipment, both manually operated and motorized. Learn to analyze emergency situations and quickly determine effective courses of action. Learn to identify various hazardous materials. Retain presence of mind in emergency situations. Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies. Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately. Operate and maintain voice radio equipment. Work in adverse physical locations and conditions. Perform heavy lifting and physical maneuvering. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: -- Performing life threatening firefighting activities in an emergency situation; -- Running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations; -- Moving equipment and injured or deceased persons; -- Climbing stairs/ladders; -- Performing life-saving and rescue procedures; -- Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time; and -- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles. Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to: -- Fire encompassed surroundings; -- Dangerous persons; -- Dangerous animals; -- Hazards of emergency driving; -- Hazards associated with traffic control and working in and near traffic; and -- Natural and man-made disasters. Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: -- Making observations; -- Communicating with others; -- Reading and writing; and -- Operating assigned equipment and vehicles. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of: -- Exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous circumstances; -- Evaluating various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action; and -- Demonstrating intellectual capabilities during training and testing processes. Respond quickly to changing situations under emergency conditions. Direct the activities of others in medical emergencies. Work in hostile and dangerous conditions. | Categories: Firefighter

The Fire Support Specialist serves the community by rendering support at emergency scenes and providing additional support within the fire department as needed. The Fire Support Specialist performs within the scope of the policies and procedures of the Reading Fire Department, performing duties in the following general categories: responsible for the support operations within the department, including rehab, filling SCBA bottles, equipment maintenance, public education, fire prevention, clerical duties,and other duties that may be assigned by a Fire Officer. The benefit to the fire department is that this position frees up active suppression personnel to perform more hazardous tasks. The Fire Support Specialist is required to attend regularly scheduled training in order to maintain the high level of knowledge, skill and ability necessary to function safely and effectively in the particular position they occupy in accordance with state law and fire department standard operating procedures. The work performance of the Fire Support Specialist is continuously evaluated by the fire chief for general knowledge, skill proficiency, and ability to work as part of a team. Any deficiencies are corrected through remedial training. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Fire Support Specialist will render support at the level of his/her training and assignment. The Fire Support Specialist does not normally perform hazardous functions within the zone of danger at an emergency scene, but does perform work on emergency scenes. Individuals fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a Fire Support Specialist will at all time present themselves in a courteous, professional, and responsible manner. | Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Fire Support Specialist may perform a variety number of non-hazardous details. These may include establishing and maintaining a rehabilitation station at an emergency scene, filling SCBA bottles from a compressor or cascade system at an emergency scene or at the fire station, performing minor maintenance and inspection of fire station, apparatus, and equipment & riding on fire department apparatus to alarms The Fire Support Specialist may also assist firefighters with in service company inspections and fire prevention duties, perform public education functions, and assist in the fire department’s administrative setting. The Fire Support Specialist shall participate in training classes on firefighting, emergency medical services, disaster control, and such classes for educational purposes and familiarization of operations and shall maintain appropriate skill level through ongoing training to prevent degradation of skills. This does not mandate participation but to be present to learn the way things are to be done. The Fire Support Specialist will perform and maintain physical conditioning commensurate with their assignment, complete and maintain paper work, records and forms as directed by the fire chief, be familiar with, and adhere to, department policy and procedures, and maintain personal appearance as directed by department policy and procedures. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: • The organization and service functions of a modern fire department • Principles and practices of first aid, including CPR Ability to: • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using the English language. • Obtain or possess and maintain first aid and CPR certifications. • Maintain physical conditioning necessary to perform efficiently in normal situations; meet medical and physical agility standards as established. • Attend training drills and classes as directed by the fire chief • Assist fire department personnel in conducting fire-safety education classes. • Analyze and cope with a variety of emergency situations calmly but effectively and to react quickly to secure accurate and precise information on the location, extent, and nature of fires and emergency aid requests. • Sustain physical labor during periods of non-hazardous activity in emergency and non-emergency situations. • Work within the fire department’s organizational structure and respond readily to directives. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public; to work effectively as a team member. • Prevent waste and damage of materials, supplies, and equipment. • Perform general maintenance and minor repairs to station facilities; perform occasional station janitorial activities. • Perform community service activities. Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school and it is desirable to take specialized courses that are relevant to the Fire Support Specialist’s assigned area. Licenses; Certificates; Special requirements: • High School Diploma or GED • A valid driver’s license • Basic First Aid and CPR certification • Must be able to act/react calmly in stressful situations • Must pass a criminal background check • Must pass a drug test PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Physical Demands: Some work is performed in non-hazardous areas on emergency scenes. Performing tasks even under non-hazardous emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion. The exposure to death, emotional stress, patients with contagious diseases and terminal illnesses, while unlikely, is possible. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with fire department members, other organizations, and the public. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Most work will be performed in a non-hazardous environment. Some work will be performed on emergency scenes, where there will be physical hazards from fire, equipment, traffic, smoke inhalation, and falling objects. These hazards could be present even in areas deemed non-hazardous at emergency scenes, and exposure to health risks may occur. Performance of non-hazardous tasks under emergency conditions may still require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as limited visibility, possible exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and gases, inclement weather, and potential contact with death, emotional stress, contagious diseases, and terminal illness. | Categories: Department Support, Other, Community Education, Fundraising