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- Forsyth County (NC)
- Full Time
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- Forsyth County
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- Winston Salem, North Carolina
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- Salem, New York
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- Salem, New Jersey
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
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- Salem, Massachusetts
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- Salem, Virginia
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- Salem, Alabama
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- Full Time
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- North Salem, New York
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- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Wisconsin
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
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- Salem, Utah
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Ohio
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- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Arkansas
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Oregon
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Established Team Owner Operators / CDL-A / $400K - $500K Yearly
- Salem, Missouri
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Illinois
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- South Salem, New York
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Connecticut
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- West Salem, Ohio
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- Full Time
- Federal Government
Established Team Owner Operators / CDL-A / $400K - $500K Yearly
- West Salem, Wisconsin
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, West Virginia
- Tri-State Motor Transit
- Full Time
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- Salem, Indiana
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Crossing Guard, - Candalaria
- Salem, Oregon
- SALEM-KEIZER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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- Salem, Oregon
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- Full Time
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SIU - Experienced Field Investigator - Part-Time
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- Command Investigations
- Full Time
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Fraud Investigator
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- Full Time
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Fraud Investigations Specialist (SIU)
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- ISG
- Full Time
- Public Safety
SIU Investigator
- Salem, Oregon
- ISG
- Full Time
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- Essex County District
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- SALEM-KEIZER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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- ISG
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- State of Oregon
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Deputy Sheriff
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- Marion County
- Full Time
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Legislative Affairs and Policy Internship
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- State of Oregon
- Full Time
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Deputy Sheriff - Institutions
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- Marion County
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Licensing Program & Compliance Analyst
- Salem, Oregon
- State of Oregon
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
COURT SECURITY OFFICER (3-DAY)
- Salem, New Hampshire
- The State of New Hampshire
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Senior Software Engineer
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- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Salem, Oregon
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- Clerical and Administrative Support
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Crossing Guard - Chapman Hill Elem.
- Salem, Oregon
- SALEM-KEIZER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Full Time
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Senior Software Engineer
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- SAAB
- Full Time
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Senior Software Engineer
- Salem, Massachusetts
- SAAB
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Senior Software Engineer
- Salem, Massachusetts
- SAAB
- Full Time
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Court Security Officer
- Salem, New Hampshire
- The State of New Hampshire
- Full Time
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Safety Service Patroller
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- U.S. Facilities
- Full Time
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Fraud Investigator II
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- Truliant Federal Credit Union
- Full Time
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Crossing Guard- Chapman Hill Elem.
- Salem, Oregon
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
Residential Program Specialist III - Lead Staff
- Salem, Oregon
- Work Unlimited
- Full Time
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Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Indiana
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Oregon
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Ohio
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Ohio
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Armed Transport Guard- LLV
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- Brinks
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Surveillance Security Officer - Bank
- Salem, Oregon
- GardaWorld Security Services U.S.
- Full Time
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Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement
- Salem, New York
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Massachusetts
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement
- Salem, New Mexico
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Salem, Indiana
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Salem, Ohio
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Massachusetts
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Salem, Virginia
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Ohio
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Salem, Oregon
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Indiana
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Salem, New Mexico
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Virginia
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Ohio
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Virginia
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Massachusetts
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Oregon
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Salem, Massachusetts
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Oregon
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Massachusetts
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Oregon
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Salem, New York
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Virginia
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Salem, Virginia
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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Reserve Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
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- Salem, Massachusetts
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Active General Dentist
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Firefighter
- Winston Salem, North Carolina 27104 United States
- Forsyth County (NC)
- Sep 22, 2026
- Full Time
Forsyth County (NC)

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Job Details
- Full Time
- Sep 22, 2026
Job Description
Salary : $46,736.56 - $53,747.04 Annually
Location : Fire, 3000 Aviation Drive, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 07619 - R
Department: Emergency Services
Opening Date: 02/05/2025

General Statement of Duties

Forsyth County Department of Emergency Services has an opening for Firefighter. The Firefighter position performs firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical operations, assists in fire prevention inspections, and fire investigation activities, while also assisting Forsyth County fire and rescue organizations. The Firefighter receives and responds to fire alarms, medical calls, rescues, technical rescues, drives firefighting and rescue equipment, and operates such equipment at the scene of a fire or emergency call with a high level of proficiency. The Firefighter must execute orders of their supervisor and on scene incident command staff promptly and efficiently. Judgment and initiative are required in performing fire and rescue activities. The Firefighter will assist in yearly fire prevention inspections, as well as assist in fire origin and cause investigations. The Firefighter is expected to work a rotating shift to include nights, weekends, and holidays. The Firefighter may be called back for duty as deemed necessary by department administration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This position has been identified to interact with children and must comply with NC G.S. 153A-94.2(b) "requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity,must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI." These checks must be conducted in accordance with , the statute which authorizes the SBI to provide a fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties.
Distinguishing Features

A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment used by
various fire departments.

Knowledge of current firefighting methods including combustible liquid and structural
firefighting principles, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of salvage, overhaul, ventilation and fire rescue operations.

Knowledge of current firefighting and rescue strategy and tactics dealing with aircraft/airport
rescue and firefighting.

Knowledge of all types of aircraft, airport facilities and capacities of apparatus and Equipment.

Knowledge of current technical rescue strategy and tactics dealing with, but not limited to, motor
vehicles, high/low angle, confined spaces, swift water, trench, and structural collapse.

Basic understanding of fire investigation techniques and procedures

Basic understanding of fire hazards commonly found during fire prevention inspections

Knowledge of the geographic and street layout of Forsyth County and its various fire districts.

Knowledge of, and ability to operate within the incident command system.

Ability to wear self contained breathing apparatus and be comfortable with the resulting increased
respiratory effort, decreased vision, and limited range of motion.

Ability to maintain physical and mental fitness necessary to operate on emergency incidents for
extended periods of time.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to perform physically demanding work under adverse conditions, atmospheres
immediately dangerous to life and health, and at various heights while carrying gear and
equipment in excess of 50 pounds.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Ability to maintain records, and prepare accurate reports and documentation.

Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals, and code material.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Ability to pass a pre-employment and annual medical exam adhering to the standards of NFPA
1582.

Lifting over 100 lbs occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently or up to 20-50 lbs.
constantly.
Minimum Education and Experience

Education:
Graduation from High School or obtained a GED

Requirements:
Firefighter II Certification
EMT-Basic or higher
Hazardous Materials Responder/Operations
Valid Driver's License

Preferred:
Emergency Vehicle Driver
Technical Rescuer-General or General w/ Ropes
NIMS ICS-700,800
Class B Driver's License or Equivalent

***IFSAC, ProBoard, National Registry, ability to obtain reciprocity, or equivalent certification may be considered in lieu of North Carolina certification***
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Receives and responds to fire alarms; drives firefighting equipment and operates it at the scene.
- Assists with fire operations in rescue, attack, extinguishment, salvage and overhaul activities.
- Responds to hazardous materials calls; determines chemicals involved and what precautions to
take to minimize losses.
- Responds to emergency medical calls and operates at the North Carolina EMT Basic level and
within protocols determined by the NC Office of EMS and Forsyth County Medical Director.
- Responds to rescue and technical rescue incidents and utilizes necessary resources to accomplish
strategies and tactics set forth by incident commander or other supervisor.
- Performs a wide range of fire suppression activities at the fire scene; works closely with all
Forsyth County emergency agencies.
- Ensures operational readiness of tools, equipment, and apparatus.
- Maintains facilities and grounds, apparatus, tools and equipment.
- Assists with fire prevention inspections of all county occupancies.
- Assists with fire origin and cause investigations.
Prepares required reports and documentation.
- Actively participates in training classes, drills, and continuing education.
- Maintains all required training, certifications, and licenses.
- Maintains physical and mental fitness required to perform effectively as a firefighter.
- Understands and follows departmental and county policies.
- Performs all other assigned tasks of supervisors and command staff.
- Maintain a specific license such as a driver's license in good standing, without a lapse or loss
of a privilege to drive in compliance with North Carolina law, and in compliance with applicable
DOT standards for commercial motor vehicle drivers if required to perform job requirements.
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01

The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

Yes I understand and agree

No I do not agree

02

What best describes your highest level of completed education?

Did Not Finish High School

High School Diploma or GED

Some college

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or Advanced Degree

03

Are you a certified NC Firefighter II?

Yes

No

04

Do you have NC Hazardous Material Responder (Operation Level)?

Yes

No

05

Are you certified as a NC Emergency Vehicle Driver?

Yes

No

06

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within one year of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
07

Are you certified as an EMT-Basic or higher?

Yes

No

08

Do you have NC Technical Rescuer-General?

Yes

No

09

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within 18 months of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
10

Do you have ARFF Certification (CFR-1)?

Yes

No

11

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within 18 months of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
12

Do you have Class B Drivers License or equivalent?

Yes

No

13

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within the first month of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
14

Do you currently have NIMS ICS-700, 800?

Yes

No

15

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within one year of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
16

Please list all NIMS Incident Command Certifications that you hold. If you hold none, please write N/A.
17

Please indicate if you have any of the other equivalent certifications such as IFSAC, ProBoard, National Registry as equivalent certifications may be considered in lieu of North Carolina Certifications. If you have none, please write N/A.
18

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Yes

No

19

Are you currently enrolled in a Firefighter Academy program?

Yes

No

Required Question Salary : $46,736.56 - $53,747.04 Annually
Location : Fire, 3000 Aviation Drive, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 07619 - R
Department: Emergency Services
Opening Date: 02/05/2025

General Statement of Duties

Forsyth County Department of Emergency Services has an opening for Firefighter. The Firefighter position performs firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical operations, assists in fire prevention inspections, and fire investigation activities, while also assisting Forsyth County fire and rescue organizations. The Firefighter receives and responds to fire alarms, medical calls, rescues, technical rescues, drives firefighting and rescue equipment, and operates such equipment at the scene of a fire or emergency call with a high level of proficiency. The Firefighter must execute orders of their supervisor and on scene incident command staff promptly and efficiently. Judgment and initiative are required in performing fire and rescue activities. The Firefighter will assist in yearly fire prevention inspections, as well as assist in fire origin and cause investigations. The Firefighter is expected to work a rotating shift to include nights, weekends, and holidays. The Firefighter may be called back for duty as deemed necessary by department administration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This position has been identified to interact with children and must comply with NC G.S. 153A-94.2(b) "requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity,must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI." These checks must be conducted in accordance with , the statute which authorizes the SBI to provide a fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties.
Distinguishing Features

A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment used by
various fire departments.

Knowledge of current firefighting methods including combustible liquid and structural
firefighting principles, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of salvage, overhaul, ventilation and fire rescue operations.

Knowledge of current firefighting and rescue strategy and tactics dealing with aircraft/airport
rescue and firefighting.

Knowledge of all types of aircraft, airport facilities and capacities of apparatus and Equipment.

Knowledge of current technical rescue strategy and tactics dealing with, but not limited to, motor
vehicles, high/low angle, confined spaces, swift water, trench, and structural collapse.

Basic understanding of fire investigation techniques and procedures

Basic understanding of fire hazards commonly found during fire prevention inspections

Knowledge of the geographic and street layout of Forsyth County and its various fire districts.

Knowledge of, and ability to operate within the incident command system.

Ability to wear self contained breathing apparatus and be comfortable with the resulting increased
respiratory effort, decreased vision, and limited range of motion.

Ability to maintain physical and mental fitness necessary to operate on emergency incidents for
extended periods of time.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to perform physically demanding work under adverse conditions, atmospheres
immediately dangerous to life and health, and at various heights while carrying gear and
equipment in excess of 50 pounds.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Ability to maintain records, and prepare accurate reports and documentation.

Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals, and code material.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Ability to pass a pre-employment and annual medical exam adhering to the standards of NFPA
1582.

Lifting over 100 lbs occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently or up to 20-50 lbs.
constantly.
Minimum Education and Experience

Education:
Graduation from High School or obtained a GED

Requirements:
Firefighter II Certification
EMT-Basic or higher
Hazardous Materials Responder/Operations
Valid Driver's License

Preferred:
Emergency Vehicle Driver
Technical Rescuer-General or General w/ Ropes
NIMS ICS-700,800
Class B Driver's License or Equivalent

***IFSAC, ProBoard, National Registry, ability to obtain reciprocity, or equivalent certification may be considered in lieu of North Carolina certification***
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Receives and responds to fire alarms; drives firefighting equipment and operates it at the scene.
- Assists with fire operations in rescue, attack, extinguishment, salvage and overhaul activities.
- Responds to hazardous materials calls; determines chemicals involved and what precautions to
take to minimize losses.
- Responds to emergency medical calls and operates at the North Carolina EMT Basic level and
within protocols determined by the NC Office of EMS and Forsyth County Medical Director.
- Responds to rescue and technical rescue incidents and utilizes necessary resources to accomplish
strategies and tactics set forth by incident commander or other supervisor.
- Performs a wide range of fire suppression activities at the fire scene; works closely with all
Forsyth County emergency agencies.
- Ensures operational readiness of tools, equipment, and apparatus.
- Maintains facilities and grounds, apparatus, tools and equipment.
- Assists with fire prevention inspections of all county occupancies.
- Assists with fire origin and cause investigations.
Prepares required reports and documentation.
- Actively participates in training classes, drills, and continuing education.
- Maintains all required training, certifications, and licenses.
- Maintains physical and mental fitness required to perform effectively as a firefighter.
- Understands and follows departmental and county policies.
- Performs all other assigned tasks of supervisors and command staff.
- Maintain a specific license such as a driver's license in good standing, without a lapse or loss
of a privilege to drive in compliance with North Carolina law, and in compliance with applicable
DOT standards for commercial motor vehicle drivers if required to perform job requirements.
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01

The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

Yes I understand and agree

No I do not agree

02

What best describes your highest level of completed education?

Did Not Finish High School

High School Diploma or GED

Some college

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or Advanced Degree

03

Are you a certified NC Firefighter II?

Yes

No

04

Do you have NC Hazardous Material Responder (Operation Level)?

Yes

No

05

Are you certified as a NC Emergency Vehicle Driver?

Yes

No

06

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within one year of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
07

Are you certified as an EMT-Basic or higher?

Yes

No

08

Do you have NC Technical Rescuer-General?

Yes

No

09

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within 18 months of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
10

Do you have ARFF Certification (CFR-1)?

Yes

No

11

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within 18 months of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
12

Do you have Class B Drivers License or equivalent?

Yes

No

13

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within the first month of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
14

Do you currently have NIMS ICS-700, 800?

Yes

No

15

If you answered no to the above question, are you willing to obtain within one year of employment? If you answered yes, please write N/A.
16

Please list all NIMS Incident Command Certifications that you hold. If you hold none, please write N/A.
17

Please indicate if you have any of the other equivalent certifications such as IFSAC, ProBoard, National Registry as equivalent certifications may be considered in lieu of North Carolina Certifications. If you have none, please write N/A.
18

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Yes

No

19

Are you currently enrolled in a Firefighter Academy program?

Yes

No

Required Question
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