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City of Kingsville, TX

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Job Description<br>
APPLICANT INFORMATION<br>
Entry-Level Testing Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 9:30 a.m. 400 W. King Avenue (City Hall) Kingsville Texas 78363<br>
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday May 11 at 5:00 p.m.<br>
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Thank you for your interest in the City of Kingsville Fire Department. The Fire Department is a civil service and collective bargaining department consisting of 34 firefighters. Information concerning the hiring process for the position of Firefighter is outlined below. Please read the information carefully. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as set forth by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 Kingsville Civil Service Commission and not fall under the listed &ldquo;Reasons for Disqualification&rdquo;.<br>
HOW TO APPLY: City of Kingsville website www.cityofkingsville.com You are required to completely fill out an application for employment and enclose copies of certain documents to the Human Resources (HR) Office. Also, you must keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address phone # etc.) and employment status. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.<br>
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Essential Job Functions<br>
FIREFIGHTER RESPONSIBILITIES: A member of the Fire Department is under direct supervision and responds to fire alarms and requests for emergency assistance; connects; lays and enters building with hose lines; assists in directing streams of water on fires; raises and lowers ladders; makes forcible entry into buildings; participates in fire prevention inspections; inspects structures and informs the public on fire hazards; maintains station; apparatus and other equipment; performs other work as assigned.<br>
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Entry Level Minimum Requirements</p><p><b><br>
FIRE DEPARTMENT: ENTRY-LEVEL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS</b></p><p>
1. Age - 18 years of age but not 45 years of age or older<br>
2. Education - High School diploma or GED certificate<br>
3. Valid Driver&rsquo;s License<br>
4. Certifications (if applicable)<br>
Meet the enrollment requirements for the education facility where applicants will be sent for certification as a Firefighter and EMT.</p><p><b>
ALTERNATE HIRE PROCESS</b><br>
Applicants must have all of the following to be eligible under this process and will not be required to take an entry level exam:<br>
A. Basic Structural Firefighter certification through Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) or equivalent issued through another entity which qualifies for TCFP reciprocity.<br>
B. Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic certification through Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or National Registry.<br>
C. Two (2) years of experience as a certified/licensed paramedic.<br>
D. Applicant must be over 21.<br>
E. Valid driver&rsquo;s license.</p><p><b>
Agility Course</b></p><p>
Includes:</p><p>
While wearing an SCBA backpack - total course length 100 yards:</p><p>
Rolled Hose Overhead Hoist</p><p>
Ladder Carry</p><p>
Connect Nozzle to Fire Hose</p><p>
Connect Fire Hose</p><p>
Hose Roll Carry</p><p>
Dummy Drag</p>
Additional Information<br>
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS The application process for a Firefighter with the City of Kingsville is in six (6) phases. Listed below is a brief overview of each phase. Each phase must be successfully completed to progress to the next phase of the hiring process. An applicant may be disqualified from consideration during any phase.<br>
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PHASE 1 WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS The written examination administered is published by Standard &amp; Associates Inc. The following areas will be tested: listening comprehension reading comprehension and mathematics. In order to pass the written examination, the applicant must score at least 70% of the total number of questions correct. Note: Civil Service regulations require qualified Veterans who take the written examination receive five (5) points in addition to his/her passing grade of 70% or better.<br>
PHASE 2 PHYSICAL AGILITY TESTS Applicants successfully completing Phase 1 are required to perform a physical agility test at a time and date specified. See Civil Service Rules and Regulations Appendix C.<br>
PHASE 3 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS Applicants successfully completing Phase 2 are required to complete a detailed Personal History Statement. The completed statement must be submitted to the HR Office by the specified date. A thorough background investigation is conducted.<br>
PHASE 4 INTERVIEWS Applicants successfully completing Phase 3 may go before an Interview Board consisting of a four (4) member panel.<br>
PHASE 5 PRE-EMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS Applicants successfully completing Phase 4 are scheduled for a psychological written and oral examination when vacancies arise in the department.<br>
PHASE 6 PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS Applicants successfully completing all previous phases are scheduled for a physical examination with a City authorized medical physician.<br>
Applicants successfully completing Phases 1 and 2 are placed on an Eligibility List. This list is valid for one year from the date of the written examination. Candidates not hired within one-year of the exam are required to retest and go through each of the phases again when the opportunity arises. Hiring preference may be given to those candidates on the eligibility list certified as Paramedics through the Texas Department of Health or through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.<br>
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER<br>
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Disclaimer<br>
The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions requirements or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar related or a logical extension of the work assigned.<br>
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BENEFITS<br>
Health Insurance - In-Network - 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans.<br>
Compensation: Average Annual Base $51,000.<br>
Education Pay: $50 - $200 per month depending on degree<br>
Certification Pay: Various certifications ranging from $10 - $100 for Entry-Level and $25 to $425 monthly for Paramedics<br>
Life Insurance City provided life insurance Retirement:<br>
Vacation Leave: Accrue 144 - 216 hrs. per year (depending on years of service)<br>
Sick Leave: Accrue 144 &ndash; 180 hrs. per year (depending on years of service) Sick Leave Buyback Program<br>
Holiday Leave: 192 hrs. (annually)<br>
Longevity: $ 5.50 per month per year of service<br>
Uniforms: Employer provided uniforms and laundry service<br>
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VETERAN&rsquo;S CREDIT: Candidates with an Honorable discharge from the military after 24 months of service are eligible for veteran&rsquo;s credit provided proof of military service (DD-214) is submitted prior to the examination. Veteran&rsquo;s credit equals to five (5) points added to a passing score of 70 or better on the written exam.<br>
Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit<br>
Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K<br>
Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square (pre- and post-tax options available)<br>
Voluntary Insurance with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National<br>
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Application Special Instructions<br>
REASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION Any of the following will disqualify an applicant from further consideration at any stage of the hiring process.<br>
1. A conviction for being under indictment for or currently charged with any felony offense.<br>
2. A conviction for a Class &ldquo;A&rdquo; misdemeanor offense within 60 months preceding the date of application or a Class &ldquo;B&rdquo; misdemeanor offense within 60 months preceding the date of application.<br>
3. A conviction for driving under the influence (DWI and/or DUI) within 3 years preceding the date of application.<br>
4. Currently on probation for any offense. For the purpose of these requirements a person is convicted of an offense when adjudication of guilt on the offense is entered against the person by a court of a competent jurisdiction or a plea of guilt is entered including situations where:<br>
A. The sentence is subsequently probated, and the person is discharged from probation.<br>
B. Deferred adjudication is granted.<br>
5. Illegal use of any controlled substance or dangerous drug other than marijuana within 2 years preceding the date of application.<br>
6. Illegally furnished any controlled substance or dangerous drug to another.<br>
7. Excessive record of traffic convictions or negligent traffic collisions.<br>
This is defined as:<br>
A. During the three-year period preceding the date of application convictions for more than two moving violations.<br>
B. During the three-year period preceding the date of application a driver&rsquo;s license suspension for driving while intoxicated failure to carry liability insurance for any reason that would indicate poor driving behavior.<br>
C. A series of negligent collisions during the three-year period preceding the date of application that would indicate poor driving behavior or habits whether or not citations were issued.<br>
8. History of failing to maintain financial responsibility without extenuating circumstances.<br>
9. Discharged from the Armed Forces with a dishonorable discharge or a general discharge indicating:<br>
A. Under other than honorable conditions<br>
B. Bad conduct<br>
C. Dishonorable or<br>
D. Any other characterization indicating bad character.<br>
10. Member of any organization which advocates the overthrow of a governmental agency by force or violence.<br>
11. Resigned or been terminated from the Kingsville Fire Department within the 24 months preceding the date of application for disciplinary reasons resigning to avoid suspension or discharge or having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgment being rendered.<br>
12. Failing to cooperate fully with and keep all scheduled appointments with the Kingsville Fire Department personnel involved in the hiring process; failing to provide additional personal information as needed or failing to submit information updates/changes within ten (10) days of notification.</div></div></div><p></p>

Entry-Level Firefighter - Fire

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<div><p>Eligibility</p><div><ul><li>
Basic Structural Firefighter certification through Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) or equivalent issued through another entity which qualifies for TCFP reciprocity.</li></ul></div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), or Paramedic certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or National Registry.</div><div></div><div><br>
B.Two (2) years of experience as either a certified/licensed Firefighter, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic.</div><div>
C.Applicant must be 21 years of age or older.</div><div>
D.Valid driver&rsquo;s license.</div>
Entry Requirements<div>
Applicants must successfully complete the following:</div><div>
1) Background3) Physical5) Drug Screen</div><div>
2) Agility4) Psychological</div><p></p><div><b><br>
BENEFITS</b></div><div><b>
Compensation:</b>Average Annual Base<b> </b>$50,989.</div><div><b>
Education Pay:</b>$50 - $200 per month depending on degree</div><div><b>
Certification Pay: </b>Various certifications ranging from $30 to $100 monthly</div><div><b>
Paramedic Pay</b>:Additional $425 monthly for Paramedic Certification/License</div><div><b>
Insurance:</b>United Healthcare &ndash; 3 plan options available for FY 2025-2026</div><div><b>
Retirement:</b>Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)</div><div>
Employee contribution 7%; Employer retirement match 2:1</div><div>
(20 years of service or 5 years and age 60)</div><div>
TMRS Military Buyback and Prior Service Credit options available</div><div><b>
Deferred Comp.:</b>Nationwide &amp; Mission Square programs available for additional pre-tax contributions.</div><div><b>
Vacation Leave:</b>Starting at 144 hours per year</div><div><b>
Sick Leave:</b>Starting at 144 hours per year; Sick Leave Buyback Program</div><div><b>
Holiday Leave:</b>24-hour shift assignments earn 240 hours annually with option to sell 2 holidays per fiscal year</div><div><b>
Longevity:</b>$ 6.00 per month per year of service</div><div><b>
Uniforms:</b>Employer provided uniforms and laundry service</div><div></div><div><br>
REASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION</div><div></div><div><br>
Any of the following will disqualify an applicant from further consideration at any stage of the hiring process.</div><div></div><div><br>
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A conviction for being under indictment for or currently charged with any felony offense.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
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A conviction for a Class &ldquo;A&rdquo; misdemeanor offense within 60 months preceding the date of application or a Class &ldquo;B&rdquo; misdemeanor offense within 60 months preceding the date of application.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
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A conviction for driving under the influence (DWI and/or DUI) within 3 years preceding the date of application.</li></ul></div><br>
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Currently on probation for any offense. For the purpose of these requirements, a person is convicted of an offense when adjudication of guilt on the offense is entered against the person by a court of a competent jurisdiction, or a plea of guilt is entered, including situations where:<ul><li>
The sentence is subsequently probated and the person is discharged from probation.</li><li>
Deferred adjudication is granted.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
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Illegal use of any controlled substance or dangerous drug other than marijuana within 2 years preceding the date of application.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
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Illegally furnished any controlled substance or dangerous drug to another.</li></ul></div><br>
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Excessive record of traffic convictions or negligent traffic collisions. This is defined as:<ul><li>
During the three-year period preceding the date of application, convictions for more than two moving violations.</li><li>
During the three-year period preceding the date of application, a driver&rsquo;s license suspension for driving while intoxicated, failure to carry liability insurance for any reason that would indicate poor driving behavior.</li><li>
A series of negligent collisions during the three-year period preceding the date of application that would indicate poor driving behavior or habits, whether or not citations were issued.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
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History of failing to maintain financial responsibility without extenuating circumstances.</li></ul></div><br>
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Discharged from the Armed Forces with a dishonorable discharge, or a general discharge indicating:<ul><li>
Under other than honorable conditions</li><li>
Bad conduct</li><li>
Dishonorable or</li><li>
Any other characterization indicating bad character.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Member of any organization, which advocates the overthrow of a governmental agency by force or violence.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
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Resigned or been terminated from the Kingsville Fire Department within the 24 months preceding the date of application for disciplinary reasons, resigning to avoid suspension or discharge or having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgment being rendered.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
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Failing to cooperate fully with and keep all scheduled appointments with the Kingsville Fire Department personnel involved in the hiring process; failing to provide additional personal information as needed or failing to submit information updates/changes within ten (10) days of notification.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Alternate Hire Firefighter - Fire

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<p></p><div><div><b>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</b></div><div><b>
Definition: </b>Performs advanced secretarial and administrative duties for the department director and department staff which support the organization&rsquo;s mission, vision and values.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Essential Job Functions:</b></div><ul><li>
Responds to telephone calls, screens visitors and refers to appropriate person if necessary</li><li>
Provide detailed information regarding department&rsquo;s policies and procedures and on various programs</li><li>
Responds to letters and general correspondence of a routine and non-routine nature</li><li>
Maintain appointment schedule/calendars, arrange meetings/conferences and make travel arrangements</li><li>
Operate office equipment including but not limited to telephone, computer, printer, fax and copy machines</li><li>
Prepares payroll and generates a summary of overtime reports</li><li>
Prepare reports</li><li>
Maintains a variety of files and records</li><li>
Conducts research and compiles data</li><li>
Write and track purchase orders requests</li><li>
Compiles reports for regulatory agencies</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul></div><div><b>
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:</b></div><ul><li>
Extensive knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and equipment including computers</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of business letter writing</li><li>
Advanced communication abilities to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing</li><li>
Excellent customer service abilities to work cooperatively with other City staff and outside agencies</li><li>
Ability to interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies, laws, and rules</li><li>
Ability to plan, organize and schedule priorities in the office</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate with department personnel, City employees and the public</li></ul><div><b>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
Two (2) years as an executive secretary or administrative assistant position or similar level</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in the use of computer software applications: MSWord, Excel, Access and PowerPoint</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
PREFERENCE:</b></div><ul><li>
Bilingual in English/Spanish</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university</li></ul><div><b>
Acceptable Equivalency:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilitie</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Conditions of Employment:</b></div><ul><li>
High School or GED</li><li>
Valid Driver&rsquo;s License</li><li>
Proof of Citizenship and /or eligibility to work in the U.S. legally</li><li>
Drug Screen</li><li>
Background investigation</li><li>
All City employees are required in the course and scope of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville citizens. City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, and/or immediately after an emergency in accordance with the City of Kingsville Emergency Services Policy No. 881 effective August 28, 2006.</li><li>
Employee Behavior and Conduct: City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.</li></ul><div><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></div><p><i>
Overall Strength Demands</i>: The following describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.</p><div><i>
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:</i></div><p>
The essential functions of this position require the daily use of a computer, telephone, Fax machine, printer, calculator, adding machine, copy machine, and various resource materials.</p><div></div><div><i><br>
Environmental Factors:</i></div><div>
The essential functions of this position are performed in an office environment.</div><div></div><div><br>
NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.</div><div>
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

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