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Gwinnett County Firefighter / Paramedic Trainee - Hiring Event in United States
Firefighter / Paramedic Trainee - Hiring Event
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Firefighter / Paramedic Trainee - Hiring Event
Salary
$46,615.00 - $61,642.00 Annually
Location
Fire Academy, GA
Job Type
Full-Time Merit
Job Number
24-02451
Department
Fire and Emergency Services
Opening Date
04/15/2024
Closing Date
5/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
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Class Summary
Firefighter / Paramedic Trainee Hiring Event
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
9:00am - 3:00pm
Appointments Highly Recommended
Gwinnett County Fire Training Academy
3608 Braselton Highway
Dacula, GA 30019
Please join us at our upcoming Gwinnett County Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee Hiring Event!
Walk-in Availability Ends at 2:00pm
This is a special opportunity to complete a substantial portion of the first phase of a two-phase hiring process. Those attending will have an opportunity to complete a more detailed application, background check, PPE (sneakers and long pants required) and an oral interview. The entire process typically takes two to three hours, although it may take longer.
Prior to attending the event, it is highly recommended that you submit an application and required documents. If the background process has been completed prior to the event, a recruiter will call to set up an appointment time for the event. Those that have submitted applications but do not have an appointment are still welcome to attend but may have longer wait times. Appointments may not be scheduled for late applications, but walk-ins are welcome.
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services provides emergency medical services and fire protection to the citizens of Gwinnett County. The Department's mission is to save lives and protect property and we have a prestigious history of doing this with many significant accomplishments. As a valued member of our team, you will perform emergency medical treatment, life rescue and fire suppression, and safety education to the public. Personnel are assigned to work on rotating 24-hour shifts: 24 hours on/48 hours off, including weekends and holidays.
Employees must successfully complete state EMS licensure, state firefighter certification, and other requirements to successfully operate on a department emergency response vehicle during first two years of employment. This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace.
Applicants must pass a comprehensive background investigation including criminal, controlled substance, driving, employment history checks, an oral interview, medical exam including drug screen, polygraph, psychological and physical agility testing.
SALARY:
$46,615 - $61,342 Starting Salary
$48,013 - $63,182 (includes 3% incentive for an Associate degree)
$49,412 - $65,023 (includes 6% incentive for a Bachelor's degree)
The Grade for this position is FF213.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma, or G.E.D. certificate
Valid Driver's License from state of residency equivalent to GA Class C or higher
Must be at least 18 years of age.
You will be asked to provide the below documents during the hiring process:
A copy of their high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate (This is a state requirement for certification purposes.) AND
One of the following:
Current National Registry (NR) or State of Georgia EMT Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Cards, OR
Any completed associate degree or higher from an accredited college, OR
SAT new (minimum score: Reading - 24, Writing and Language - 25, Math - 22), OR
ACT (minimum score: English - 17, Math - 17, Reading - 15) *, OR
ASSET (minimum score: Reading - 38, Writing - 38, Math - 38) * OR
COMPASS (minimum score: Reading - 70, Writing - 38, Algebra or Pre-Algebra - 37)*, OR
CLASSIC ACCUPLACER (minimum score: Reading Comprehension - 55, Sentence Skills - 60, Arithmetic - 34) *, OR
NEXT-GENERATION ACCUPLACER (minimum score: Reading - 224, Writing - 236, Arithmetic - 229) *
*Tests must have been taken within the past five years.
For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements, click here (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/gwinnett/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=992255&headerfooter=0) . *
For more information about the hiring process for this position, click here (http://www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/Departments/FireandEmergencyServices/FireEmployment) .
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MAY RECEIVE E-MAILS THROUGHOUT THE APPLICATION AND BACKGROUND PROCESS FOR THIS POSITION. MAKE SURE YOU CAN RECEIVE E-MAILS FROM:
FireRecruiting@gwinnettcounty.com
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR SPAM/JUNK MAIL BOX.
*Note: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.
The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.
The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess)
FAQs
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) .
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I agree to answer each of the following questions honestly and thoroughly. I understand that the information I provide will be verified throughout the hiring process.
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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Yes
No
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Are you at least 18 years old?
Yes
No
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Do you presently hold a valid driver's license from your state of residency equivalent to a GA Class C or higher?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Gwinnett County
Address
75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone
770.822.7915 770.822.7923
Website
http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com