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City & Borough of Juneau

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE AT:https://juneau.org/human-resources/employment-opportunitiesSalary: $58,502.08 - $72,101.12 AnnuallyLocation: JuneauJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202600823Department: Capital City Fire/RescueDivision: Fire OperationsClosing Date: 3/16/2026 4:30 PM AlaskaPosition Number: 172032 / 172033 / 172034Bargaining Unit: International Association of FirefightersPay Range: 726 / 727 / 728 (DOQ)Hours Per Week: 56Telework Availability: No*** $15,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible applicants; inquire with hiring manager ***These positions are flexibly staffed. While we will hire a Firefighter EMT at the lowest level, we will prioritize those applicants with the higher levels of EMT and Firefighter certifications. If employed at a lower level, automatic promotion to the next level in the flex series will occur once a higher-level certification is acquired. Are you a current Firefighter/EMT who has worked for a career department for a minimum of three years, love what you do, but are looking for a change of scenery and new adventures? Capital City Fire/Rescue (CCFR) in Juneau Alaska may be just the place for you!Discover a career and lifestyle without compromise in Alaska&rsquo;s breathtaking capital city. Juneau residents consistently rank &quot;quality of life&quot; as the primary reason they call this wilderness-metropolis home, and for good reason. When you are off-shift, you are minutes away from world-class outdoor adventures&mdash;from carving fresh powder at Eaglecrest Ski Area to kayaking past the Mendenhall Glacier or exploring over 250 miles of pristine hiking trails. In Juneau, you aren&rsquo;t just taking a job; you are joining a safe, family-oriented community with a deep-rooted appreciation for its emergency responders.WHO WE ARE CORE VALUES: Teamwork, Integrity, Professionalism, Positive Attitude, and ServiceOUR MISSION: We serve and protect our community from life- and property-threatening emergencies in a competent, professional, and proactive manner.OUR VISION: Our vision is to provide fire, rescue, and emergency medical services at the highest level of excellence, professionalism, and commitment to the community. Proud of our past and embracing our future, the members of Capital City Fire/Rescue will work as an effective and integrated team, dedicated to continuous improvement and maintaining a positive environment.WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION CCFR provides 24/7 emergency response for the City and Borough of Juneau. All permanent full-time positions work 24-hour shifts and live at the station during their shift. CCFR has two live-in stations, the Juneau station located in downtown Juneau, and the Glacier station located near the Juneau International Airport. In addition, we have Douglas, Auke Bay, and Lynn Canal Stations.THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM In this position, you will receive a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular pay increases, an excellent health insurance program that includes medical, dental, vision, and orthodontia care options, and paid leave and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employees&rsquo; Retirement System).We value the health and well-being of our employees. The CBJ provides the ability to participate in a robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs, free bi-annual health screenings, free flu shots, free classes, and challenges and webinars on healthy living to assist you with achieving work/life balance. In addition, through participation in the Health Yourself Wellness Program, employees may qualify for discounts on their health insurance premiums.Typical ResponsibilitiesTypical duties of a Firefighter EMT I, II, or III include:<ul><li>Quickly respond to a variety of emergencies and perform rescue activities. Extinguish fires and render emergency medical care and assistance to those in need or crisis.</li><li>Search and rescue people from fires and other emergencies, which may involve carrying children, injured, infirm, or frightened people from burning buildings; locate and dig out people trapped in tunnels, pipes, or excavations; rescue people trapped on cliffs, ledges, etc.; perform water or ice rescues; and evacuate people from hazardous spills/areas of contamination by chemicals, gas, etc.</li><li>Respond quickly to alarms/pagers, be able to put on protective clothing rapidly, and load necessary equipment onto the apparatus.</li><li>Assesses properties on fire, such as smell and color of smoke, to determine what is burning, what equipment and extinguishing agents to use, and what protective gear to wear; assesses effects of weather, wind, humidity, and other conditions on the fire; assesses best route for evacuation and access to the fire scene; and relay information to responding firefighters.</li><li>Listen, relay, and follow the verbal orders of the Fire Chief/Incident Commander at the scene.</li><li>Evaluate whether entry into the burning structure is feasible; force open doors, windows, or gates; and break or cut into walls, roofs, or fences to gain access to fire or to search area.</li><li>Check, operate, and maintain generators, air compressors, breathing apparatus, light plants, rescue equipment, and other specialized firefighting/rescue equipment and tools. Maintain records and prepare reports on equipment tests, usage, and fire and ambulance incidents.</li><li>Operate ambulance and other related emergency equipment. Assess the general condition of the injured individual by noting vital signs, pupil dilation, respiration, skin temperature, alertness, and mental orientation.</li><li>Administer necessary emergency care to stabilize a patient for transport; administer CPR; administer intravenous fluids and medications to a patient on instruction from medical personnel; check victims at the scene for medic alert symbols or emblems; and transport the patient to ambulance or emergency vehicle with special care to avoid further injury.</li><li>Aircraft firefighting and rescue duties, including airport-specific response procedures under the Federal Aviation Administration and other applicable state or federal regulations. If assigned, may be required to drive ARFF apparatus.</li><li>May be required to travel in aircraft and watercraft to provide emergency medical services. When properly trained, may be required to respond to and perform specialized skills in technical rescue responses such as hazmat, rope, or confined space.</li><li>Participate in required training to maintain and enhance firefighting and emergency medical knowledge and skill; attend classes in first aid, emergency medical techniques, firefighting, equipment, etc.; learn and practice new methods; and participate in drills.</li><li>Deal with the public in emergency and normal day-to-day operations, professionally providing education and service.</li></ul>ADDITIONAL TESTINGSuccessful candidates must pass Phase 1 of the selection process by meeting the minimum qualifications outlined below, passing an oral board, passing professional reference checks, and passing a criminal background check. Once this is accomplished, they will move to Phase 2 of the selection process, where they must pass a psychological evaluation, pass a physical &ldquo;fit for duty&rdquo; medical exam, and pass a physical agility test.Minimum QualificationsEducation:High School graduation or a valid GED certificate.Other:Not less than 18 years of age at the time of appointment.A valid Alaska Driver's License at the time of appointment and for continued employmentCertification(s):Certification as a State of Alaska Firefighter I or an equivalent certification as determined by the Fire Chief.Certification as a State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician I or higher or an EMT certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.NOTE: Appointment to a Firefighter &ndash; EMT position will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the psychological assessment, Physical Agility Test, and medical evaluation.Continued employment and advancement opportunities:Continued employment requires completion of the on-the-job training program, meeting or exceeding performance standards, and the following conditions:Firefighter- EMT I -(Range 726) $58,502.08 - $65,520.00 Annually (DOQ):Within twelve (12) months of appointment, full-time employees must obtain and maintain certification as a State of Alaska EMT II.Firefighter- EMT II - (Range 727) $61,443.20 - $68,752.32 Annually (DOQ): Must have a valid EMT II certification upon appointment and for continued employment.Firefighter- EMT III - (Range 728) $67,267.20 - $72,101.12 Annually (DOQ): Must have a valid EMT III certification upon appointment and for continued employment.Additional qualifications to be considered as a &ldquo;Lateral&rdquo; Firefighter/EMT:Demonstrated experience as a Firefighter/EMT with a career Fire Department for a minimum of three years within the last five years. Candidates must be in &ldquo;Good Standing&rdquo; to be employed or re-employed under the lateral provisions.Supplemental InformationThis recruitment will be used to create an eligible list to fill current and future vacancies which may occur within the next twelve months, subject to an interview and re-evaluation of the candidate&rsquo;s current job performance. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the eligible list may be extended up to one year from the effective date. The City and Borough of Juneau may revise or change the examinations or examining procedure at any time during the period and require candidates to meet the revised examination procedures or pass the revised examinations to maintain eligibility for appointment.SPECIAL NOTICE - SIGN ON BONUS The sign on bonus will be paid in two equal installments, less mandatory deductions. Employees will be eligible for the first installment upon appointment. Employees will be eligible for the second and final installment after completion of the probationary period. For additional information please contact the hiring manager as listed below.APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE AT:https://juneau.org/human-resources/employment-opportunitiesJob Type: Full-timePay: $58,502.08 - $72,101.12 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>457(b)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Dependent health insurance coverage</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Uniform allowance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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