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The City of Brockville requires candidates to possess a current, valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certificate of Stage One, Stage Two Hearing, Stage Two Vision, Stage Two Encapsulated Treadmill Test and Stage Three. Consideration will be given to the availability of OFAI Testing Services and certificates for all stages will be required by time of hire. OFAI does not submit candidate certificates or applications to the City of Brockville. Each candidate is required to submit their application directly to Brockville with all the necessary requirements, as per the instructions in the job posting below or as listed on their website at: https://brockville.com/index.cfm?ID=317&Download=%291%5B%2257B%26%2FQ%5D5A%0A&f=2122 This recruitment closes July 25, 2022 at 4:00PM. Questions regarding Brockville's recruitment process should be directed to the City of Brockville. |
PROBATIONARY FIREFIGHTER (2 positions)
(Annual Salary $57,471)
This recruitment process may be used to create an eligibility list for possible future probationary firefighter vacancies within the City of Brockville fire department.
The City of Brockville is seeking Probationary Firefighter(s) to join the Brockville Fire Department. Brockville Fire Department is a team of highly skilled and caring professionals who provide essential community based education, prevention and emergency response service that enhance public safety and quality of life. Applicants who are prepared to shape our fire safe community and make a career commitment to community service, health and safety, and professional development are encouraged to apply to become a member of our team.
Minimum Requirements:
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older by application deadline and legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma OSSD (Grade 12) or academic equivalent diploma.
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Have successfully completed ONE of the following:
- Pre-service Firefighter education and training program certificate from a recognized institution that includes NFPA1001 Firefighter I & II certification: or
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II certification from an accredited program from a recognized institution, (proof of IFSAC or ProBoard seal required); or
- A Letter of Compliance with NFPA Standards from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office (Grandfathering) will be accepted in lieu of seals.
- Possess a current, valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certificate of Stage One, Stage Two Hearing, Stage Two Vision, Stage Two Encapsulated Treadmill Test and Stage Three. Consideration will be given to the availability of OFAI Testing Services and certificates for all stages will be required by time of hire.
- Valid Standard First Aid Certificate with Level C CPR (Must be kept valid while active in the recruitment process).
- Valid Class "D" Ontario Driver’s Licence with "Z" endorsement.
- Meet the medical standards (NFPA 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments) at the time of a medical examination.
Assets:
- Professional and/or Volunteer Firefighting experience.
- University Degree or College Diploma.
- Trade Apprenticeship or Certification (i.e., Electrician, Plumber, Mechanic, Construction, etc.)
- Commitment to volunteerism and community involvement as demonstrated by experience volunteering in social/civil/community events and initiatives, non-profit organizations, counselling, crisis intervention.
- Commitment to personal and professional development and in continuing training and education through ongoing learning.
- Training and Experience operating heavy vehicles (for example: trucks, tractor trailers, buses).
All expenses associated with the recruitment process are the responsibility of the candidate.
Please submit your resume and supporting documentation as one PDF file only. For ease of review, applicants must submit qualifications in the following order:
- Cover Letter & Resume
- Valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Services certificates for Stage One, Stage Two and Stage Three.
- NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I and II, IFSAC or Pro Board Certificate, Proof of Grandfathering
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
Selected applicants will be required to submit to an assessment process that will include interviews, references and may include other additional testing. At the conditional offer stage, a medical assessment arranged through the City of Brockville to confirm the candidate is fit to perform the duties of a firefighter, a clean driver’s abstract demonstrating safe and reliable driving behaviour, a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, proof of education and OFAI certificates for all stages will be required.
At the City of Brockville, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. All interested and qualified candidates, including Indigenous persons, Black persons, non-Black racialized persons/persons of colour, women, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ and those interested in joining our team are encouraged to apply.
The personal information submitted is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and is protected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes only. The municipality is an equal opportunity employer following the rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code and the Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation. For applicants with a disability, accommodations are available upon request in the recruitment process should you be selected to participate.
By submitting your application, you are authorizing the City of Brockville to contact the OFAI to verify your qualifications.
Applications and all required documentation will only be accepted by email to hr@brockville.com with the subject Probationary Firefighter by the deadline of 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 25, 2022.
Firefighter recruitment attracts a high volume of applicants. The City of Brockville wishes to thank all applicants and advises only those candidates selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted, we kindly request that you do not contact the Human Resources or Fire Department to inquire on the recruitment process status.
