Job Announcement:

Borough of Chambersburg

Now Hiring

Part-time Firefighter/EMT-B

NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

 

 

The Borough of Chambersburg is currently hiring part-time Firefighter/EMT-B employees. Firefighter/EMT-B employees will be responsible for firefighting and fire prevention activities in protecting life and property; handle medical and trauma emergencies; operate and maintain fire and EMS apparatus; perform other related work as required. Part-time employees will be working a 12-hour shift subject to change based on needs of the department.

Minimum Requirements

Each applicant must have the following certifications PRIOR to submitting application: *ProBoard and/or IFSAC Firefighter 2, Proboard and/or IFSAC Hazmat Operations, Pennsylvania Certified EMT-Basic, EVOC- Ambulance, and Pennsylvania EMSVO. 

Hiring Process

Upon completion of the application, the hiring team will evaluate your certifications and training.  If the application is approved you will be set up for an interview.  An initial entry level agility test will be administered.  Once these items are completed you will start the pre-employment process (Medical physical, psychological exam, and the second physical agility test).  

 

QUALIFIED BOROUGH RESIDENTS WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE. PREFERANCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO INDIVIDUALS WHO DO NOT USE TOBACCO PRODUCTS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER THE BOROUGH OF CHAMBERSBURG DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, GENDER, MARITAL STATUS, RACE, COLOR,
CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, RELIGION OR DISABILITY. ANY PERSON WHO NEEDS AN ACCOMMODATION (IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT) DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS SHOULD CALL 261-3251 or 261-3272 (TDD 261-3227).

A strong commitment to integrity, ethics and leadership are necessary for this position. The ideal candidate will
be proactive, reliable and results oriented. Excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude and the ability to
make quick decisions under pressure are essential attributes for this position.

Please direct questions regarding this position to dulrich@chambersburgpa.gov