Firefighter

 The City of Derby strives to be an employer of choice and our desire is to attract and retain honest, hardworking and motivated employees who are committed to providing the highest quality of service to the citizens of Derby.  We offer competitive wages, competitive benefits, including affordable health insurance with no deductible and no coinsurance and retirement benefits.  We also offer Paid Vacation on day of hire. Contact us today to see how we can help you achieve your career goals. Starting pay: $55,036 annually. Details related to the position are below:
 
Shift: 56 hours / week
Compensation: $18.90 per hr. / $55,036 annually, DOQ

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Benefits:
Medical (includes Vision)- City pays up to 87% of monthly premium (depends on wellness level and plan selected); no deductible, no coinsurance, just low-cost copays!
Dental Insurance- City pays 85% of monthly premium.
Wellness Incentives – Includes cost savings on health insurance and ability to convert a portion of sick leave to Wellness leave (used like vacation)
Paid Vacation (40 hours available on first day, remaining 40 accrued)
Sick leave
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
KP&F Retirement – City contributes approximately 22.86%, employee contributes 7.15%
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement = Up to $2,000 per year
Corporate Health Club Discounts

A Typical Work Day May Include:
Respond to fire, medical, and other emergencies.
Lay and connect hoses to hydrants.
Operate fire apparatus, aerial devices, nozzles, pumps, handheld fire extinguishers, and other emergency equipment.
Work in immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmospheres for the protection of life and property.
Perform rescues and administer basic life support to victims and patients.
Participate in formal and phased intensive training and instruction sessions.

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What You Will Need:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of an EMT certification through State of Kansas Board of EMS (KBEMS).
Successful completion of Derby Fire and Rescue Department’s job specific pre-employment physical testing.

What Will Put You Ahead:
Previous firefighting experience, military experience, paramedic certification and other firefighting certifications.
Knowledge of methods, principles, and practices of modern firefighting operation and techniques.
Ability to operate firefighting vehicles and equipment.