Advanced EMT

Job Description Summary This program is designed to attract individuals who wish to be sponsored for Glendale Community College’s Fire Operations I and II classes. Those chosen will be loaned most of the equipment needed for the classes and will be given the opportunity to participate in certain Goodyear Fire Department activities. Cadets will gain experience working in a Fire Department by assisting department staff and personnel with non-emergency functions. They will also join the firefighters on a 12-hour ride along in which they can practice the skills they will need for the Fire Operations classes. The Cadet will not be allowed to participate as a Firefighter or EMT during emergency incidents.

To be considered, you must meet the minimum prerequisites for the Fire Operations program through Glendale College:

• 18 Years of Age
• Valid AZ Driver’s License
• Current EMT certification
• Current Hazmat certification
• Passing score on a CPAT exam taken within the last six months

Essential Functions Goodyear Fire Department Cadet Program Purpose To provide the opportunity of sponsorship in the Fire Operations program at Glendale Community College to individuals interested in becoming certified firefighters.

Requirements 18 years old, valid AZ drivers license, current Arizona or National E.M.T. certificate, current Hazmat certification, and must have passed the CPAT exam within the last six months.

Selection Prospective cadets may apply for the Fire Cadet position when the positions are being recruited. To be considered for the position, the applicant must complete a City of Goodyear application and meet all of the minimum requirements for the position. The deadline for returning the applications to the Human Resource Department will be listed on the recruitment packet. After the deadline date, the Goodyear Human Resource Department will forward all applications to the Cadet Program Team for review. After reviewing the applications, the Cadet Program Team will send out postcards to eligible candidates inviting them to take the written test. The written test date will be determined and administered by the Cadet Program Team. The written test will consist of 65 general aptitude questions. Upon completion of the written test, the candidates will be scheduled for the oral interview phase of the selection process. The oral interview will be conducted by the Cadet Program Team. The oral interview will consist of 5 questions with predetermined benchmarks to allow for grading. After the oral interview is complete, the Cadet Program Team will review all of the results and make their selections. The Cadet Program Team will notify the selected cadets by mail and invite them to a Cadet orientation.

Orientation During the orientation, the Cadet Program Team will give a presentation to the group including the program requirements, a copy of the Goodyear Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures and a copy of the City of Goodyear Rules of Conduct. The cadets will also be given the Glendale Community College Fire Operations Packet. Upon completion of all paperwork, the Cadet Program Team will notify Glendale Community College with the cadet information. The cadets will be scheduled to be fitted for the safety equipment supplied for the class. The Cadet Program Team will notify the Goodyear Human Resource Department with the cadet information for insurance purposes.

Supplied Equipment Each cadet will be supplied with turnout coat, pants and boots, nomex hood, helmet, structural firefighting gloves, work gloves, S.C.B.A. and facemask. This equipment will be loaned to the cadets and will be returned at the end of the class. Each cadet will be required to fill out an official City of Goodyear Equipment Loan Agreement.

Required Equipment The cadet will be required to supply 2 red t-shirts with the Fire Operations program logo, black steel toe boots or shoes, uniform belt and uniform pants in accordance with the Goodyear Fire Department uniform policy. A copy of this policy will be handed out at the cadet orientation.

Duties The Goodyear Fire Department cadet will be encouraged to participate in at least 12 hours of department activities per month during the Fire Operations class. The hours spent participating with department operations will not be considered compensated hours. This is strictly voluntary time. The hours can be distributed as follows:

• Ride along on the fire apparatus
• Assisting with Community Services
• Assisting with Support Services
• Assisting with Administrative Services

The cadet will be assigned to a company officer and crew. The ride along time will be 12 hour shifts from 0700 hrs. to 1900 hrs. During this time, the cadet will be able to practice skills needed for the Fire Operations class. It will be at the Company Officer’s discretion what skills may be practiced. It will also be at the company officer’s discretion what skills may be utilized by the cadet on E.M.S. / fire incidents. During the Fire Operations class, the cadet is welcome to use the fitness equipment located at the Goodyear Fire stations.

NOTE: The cadet is not to participate in any activities on an emergency scene that requires the cadet to cover his or her red shirt or red sweatshirt. At no time is the cadet authorized to drive a City of Goodyear vehicle.

Time spent in the Community Services Division will be scheduled with the Fire Marshal. Time spent in Support Services will be scheduled with the Captain of Support Services. Time spent in Administrative Services will be scheduled with the Management Assistant.

The cadet will follow all City of Goodyear Policies, the Goodyear Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures and the Glendale Community College Policies at all times while representing the city, the department or the program. These policies and procedure will be covered during the Cadet Orientation. Each cadet will be required to sign a form accepting these policies and procedures.

At the completion of the Fire Operations class, the cadet will return all borrowed equipment back to the Goodyear Fire Department. At that time, the individual is no longer considered a cadet for the Goodyear Fire Department. The Cadet Program Team will notify the Goodyear Human Resource Department that the cadets have completed the class for insurance purposes. The individuals will be welcome to ride along with the fire crews once a month. Cadet uniforms will not to be worn during the ride along. This will strictly be a ride along status and the individual will not participate in delivering any emergency services. During any ride along, after the completion of the Fire Operations class, the individual will be required to complete an official City of Goodyear Fire Department Ride Along Waiver.

12 Month Objectives

The City of Goodyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any applicant requiring additional assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department for accommodations. Prior to appointment, selected candidate(s) must pass a motor vehicle record check, drug and alcohol screen, criminal history check, and, if necessary for the position, a physical evaluation and/or credit history check. The City of Goodyear supports a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Sick leave hours will be provided based upon hours worked.

01

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid Arizona Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a current EMT certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you passed the CPAT exam within the last six months?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a current Hazmat certification?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question