Share Email Opening Title Recruit Firefighter - 2024/2025 class  Open Date 1/11/2024   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non- Bargaining   Division South Bend Fire Department   Location Fire   Reports To Training Academy Staff   Schedule Various Shift, Rotating 24/hr. shifts   Pay Rate $49,000 annually   Description GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of this position is to perform firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue work in emergency situations in a manner consistent with organizational values. This position responds to service calls; provides fire suppression operations and basic life support care under standard protocols and statutes; and maintains apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and fire stations. Employees are assigned to a field station and perform a wide variety of firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue techniques under direct and limited supervision. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the position and do not list every duty that may be required of the employee for this position. The fire department retains the right to change the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time without notice.) Responds to fire, emergency medical, and other emergency services calls as needed. Controls and extinguishes fires by the selection of appropriate diameter hoses and nozzles, advancing these appliances to the seat of the blaze, and directing extinguishing agents thereto. Removes people from dangerous or hazardous situations through an approved means, administering basic and advanced life support functions, and performing key fire suppression responsibilities. While wearing a personal protective ensemble (PPE), including SCBA, performs aggressive search and rescue operations in heated and smoke-filled environments, usually with minimal to no visibility. Utilizes various forms of firefighting equipment in fire suppression and/or rescue operations. Examples include the use of halyards on extension ladders to reach widows, balconies, and roofs of fire structures and heavy hydraulic actuated tools and hand tools in vehicle extrication. Removes victims of hazardous environments from structures, sometimes requiring climbing and the use of ladders. Reduces fire loss by the removal of personal property and by overhaul and complete extinguishment of all flaming materials. Locates, stabilizes, rescues, and removes injured and trapped occupants from water, confined spaces, or high-angle spaces with the aid of power and hand tools, ropes, or other appliances. Performs fire hazard inspections and pre-incident surveys of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Further assists with public education efforts as needed to include giving station tours, presentations, and representing the Fire department in meetings with the public. Provides emergency medical care including, but not limited to, all aspects of pre-hospital basic and advanced life support. Rescues trapped civilians or fellow firefighters by breaching wood or masonry through the use of sledgehammers, fire axes or other appropriate methods. In certain situations, crawls through reduced-diameter openings and works within confined spaces to complete emergency searches or to free victims or other firefighters from a spreading fire. May perform water or swift water rescues. Drags or carries victims (or other firefighters) within a hazardous atmosphere to safety in the most efficient and expedient manner. Searches concealed spaces in ceilings and walls by penetrating, both with pike poles and other tools. Performs salvage and clean-up operations during emergency and non-emergency situations. Maintains logs of activities and completes reports of emergency responses, equipment used, and other fire and medical records. Cleans, performs basic repairs, and maintains equipment and apparatus in the field and at an assigned station. Performs and assists with maintenance of fire station and surrounding grounds. Attends continuing training to maintain certifications, to learn new techniques and protocols, and to become proficient in new equipment, tools, and apparatus. Studies fire prevention, fire protection, firefighting, emergency medical and rescue techniques, and other subjects that may be required or deemed necessary. Maintains a current level of knowledge at all times related to the provision of basic emergency medical care. Learns how to operate and drive apparatus in routine and emergency situations and how to properly care for equipment, tools, and vehicles. Communicates with the established command structure via two-way radio, voice, hand signals, or other verbal or visual cues. Performs physical training exercise as to maintain physical fitness and readiness. Due to the nature of emergency services, it is imperative that all essential personnel be available via phone or text during off duty hours in order for SBFD to adequately and consistently staff its various facilities and functions for not only routine work situations, but also for emergency occurrences. Performs other firefighting and appropriate duties as assigned.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (proposed for firefighters hired after 01/01/2023) EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS (An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying, as approved by the Fire Chief.) Recruit Firefighter: Must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the SBFD’s driving records policy Must be able to successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check, criminal history review, physical, fitness/wellness assessment (CPAT), medical evaluations, drug screen, and psychological evaluation in accordance with the INPRS policy. Must pass physical fitness assessment (CPAT) during the application phase and again during the first week of Fire Academy Successfully attend and graduate from the SBFD Recruit Fire Academy. Must obtain and maintain Indiana Certification of Firefighter II during Academy Must obtain and maintain Indiana EMT Certification during Academy Must obtain Indiana Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Operations During Academy Must obtain and maintain Indiana Advanced EMT within three years of sworn date. Meet the continuing education requirements of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, SJCEMS Committee, and the South Bend Fire Department. Successfully completed the SBFD annual Physical requirements Obtain FEMA ICS-700, IS-800, ICS 100, and ICS 200. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of firefighter and rescue techniques and strategies including pump operation and driver’s safety techniques Knowledge of Public Education practices, the Uniform Fire Code including fire hazard prevention and sprinkler operation and testing Knowledge of current trends in fire and EMS Knowledge of the SBFD mission, policies, and procedures Knowledge of fire protection systems and their connection locations, Knox box locations, equipment and supply locations on the apparatus, and other required emergency response information Basic knowledge of hydraulics and mechanisms, and basic knowledge of the geography of South Bend. Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical activities during emergency, training, or station maintenance activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold, or smoke Ability to establish working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public Ability to utilize basic office equipment including calculator, fax machine, copy machine, and personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, FireManager, Vector Solutions, ESO Suite, and any other software/hardware determined by the SBFD. Skills in the operation of fire apparatus and equipment Skills in the operation of EMT apparatus and related equipment Skill in fire, Hazardous Materials, and EMS practice Skill in rescue and extrication procedures. Skill in filling out forms for documentation Skill in performing physically strenuous activities in high-stress environments Skill in communication, and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Lieutenant/Captain. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: This is a non-supervisory position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Maintains an appropriate level of personal fitness to pass the SBFD annual physical testing requirements. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Must possess basic swimming skills and be water safe due to potential for assignment to ice, water, and/or swift water rescue incidents. Very Heavy Work: Exerting up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust his or her focus, allowing a broad field of vision as defined by INPRS. Visual and fine/gross motor skills enabling the safe operation of a vehicle during normal, as well as during hazardous weather situations. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Incumbent is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents, and oils. The employee occasionally works near moving, mechanical parts, in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. It is reasonably anticipated that the individual will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and other infectious materials in the course of their duties. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT activities when noise levels may be loud. POSITION REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED: Pre-Employment Drug Screening   Position Requirements   Required Pre-employment Drug Screening and Comprehensive Background Check   About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play. ***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***   EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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