Job Announcement:

SMITHFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT

FIREFIGHTER

This entry-level position includes firefighting and emergency medical service duties at the cardiac license level. Working various shifts you will be a member of a highly skilled team that delivers firefighting, rescue, emergency medical and other emergency and routine services to the community. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

At the time of application, the following qualifications are required: 

• Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Hold current licensure as an EMT in the State of Rhode Island or a higher licensure.
• Current certificate of the physical performance assessment (PPA) from the RI Assoc. of Fire Chiefs. 
• Current certificate of completion of the written exam as issued by the RI Association of Fire Chiefs.
• There is a non-refundable fee, payable at the time of application submittal. 

*Verification copies of the above documents must be attached to your application.

In addition, applicants: 

• Must present a current Rhode Island EMT - Advanced / Cardiac or EMT-Paramedic license at time of appointment.

Applicants must successfully complete:

• Application for completeness and documentation of qualifications.
• Each portion of a required battery of tests:
  • Swim Test conducted by the Smithfield Fire Department.
  • Ladder climb conducted by the Smithfield Fire Department.
  • Fire department oral interview.
• Interview with senior management.
• Criminal and driving record screening – if offered employment.
• Background investigation and reference check – if offered employment.
• Psychological evaluation – if offered employment.
• Pre-employment physical – if offered employment.

Previous Candidates must complete a new application.

E.E.O

Please direct questions regarding this position to chief@smithfieldfire.com