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"TAKE THE TRUE TEST OF COURAGE" THE FIREFIGHTER \ PARAMEDIC QUALIFICATIONS
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Written Examination: The written examination will determine the applicant’s relative ability to function as a firefighter. (Examination Study Guides will be available when CFD Application is completed and returned to the department.) Qualifying Applicants: After passing the written examination, the applicant will be placed on an eligibility list. Positions on the eligibility list will be based on written exam scores only. The applicant will then undergo: 1. Candidate Physical Ability Testing (CPAT) This test determines the physical ability of potential applicants. 2. A background investigation which will include: · Fingerprint check · Driving history check · Criminal history check · Employment history check · Reference check · Neighborhood check 3. Psychological Screening 4. A Medical Exam (NFPA 1582) Upon successful completion of the above elements, a
conditional offer of employment may be made. CAREER DEVELOPMENT The Fire Department Will Provide: 1. Training: Fire Suppression Training EMT Medical Training Hazardous Materials Training 3 Year Journeyman Firefighter Training 2. Specialized Training is also available: Paramedic Training (optional) Arson Investigation Fire Code Enforcement Fire Prevention Education High Angle Rescue Fire Boat Operations Water Rescue & SCUBA Diving Promotional Policy: Promotions are based on written examinations scores and department seniority, as set by the Charleston Fire Department Civil service Commission. FIREFIGHTER BENEFIT PACKAGE Salary: The current starting salary is $30,666; after 6 months $33,588. Upon completion of a 1 year probationary period a Fire/Medic salary will increase to $33,726 per year. Additional EMT & Paramedic Incentive Pay: .50 cents extra per hour when you work as an EMT and $1.50 extra per hour when you work as a Paramedic on one the fire department ambulances. College Incentive Pay: Firefighters will receive .50˘ a month for each credit hour, up to a maximum of 128 hours after probation. Clothing Allowance: $700 annually after probation. Retirement: A firefighter may retire after 20 years service and after age 50 may draw a pension: *20 years—60% of the average of their highest three years *25 years—70% of the average of their highest three years *30 years—75% of the average of their highest three years (75% is the maximum) After 20 years, a firefighter with military service will receive 1 percentage point towards his pension for each year of military service, up to four years. ·A "section 457" deferred compensation is also offered, on a voluntary basis, through the "ICMA Retirement Corporation" Insurance The
City of HOW TO APPLY: Application Period has expired for this
hiring process, Please check back later. For directions
to the http://www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com/location.htm
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