City of Warren Firefighter Hiring

The City of Warren is Seeking Qualified Applicants Without Regard to Race or Sex for the Position of Fire Fighter
Job Status: Sourcing
Job Rate:  Starting Salary $37,085/year, Maximum Salary $53,185 (after 4 years)

Requirements:

• Age 21 or older by the closing date for accepting applications.
• U.S. Citizen
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license to operate a vehicle in the State of Michigan.
• Possess an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician License (A.E.M.T.) from the Michigan Department of Health.
• Possess Fire Fighter I and II. 

At the time the eligibility list is certified, preference points will be added to a passing score for the following:

Education:
1 point-Certificate in Fire Science  from an accredited college or university.
2 points-Associate degree or higher degree in Fire Science from an accredited college or university.
To receive preference points, you must provide an official (sealed by the school) college transcript.

Veteran's Preference:
1 point for service during a period of war or receipt of an expeditionary or campaign service medal during an emergency condition, with an honorable discharge. You must provide a copy of your Form DD214 to qualify.

Must also pass a:

• Written test administered by Empco Inc.
• Oral board interview.
• Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
• Background investigation
• Physical examination including drug screening and a psychological evaluation within the guidelines established by the City, as modified by current law.

 This is a full-time position and includes a generous benefit package, including a defined benefit pension plan.

Written Exam:
Applicants must create a profile, register and take the written exam to be administered by Empco Inc. Go to https://www.empco.net/testing  to create a profile, register for the written exam and pay the exam fee. Applicants must complete the online profile and take the written exam by March 21, 2016.

Application Process:
Applicants who score 70% or higher on the Empco written exam by the above deadline and meet Warren's preliminary requirements will receive an email instructing them to complete the City of Warren Fire Fighter application packet and bring it to the City of Warren Human Resources Department by the deadline stated in the email. You will be notified if you are scheduled for an oral board interview, and a two year eligibility list will be created.