Job Description

Job Title:   Fire Protection Crew Chief

County:   Shawnee

Req. No:   164651

Agency Name:   Adjutant General

Posting Type:   Agency  --> Click here for Definition of Posting Type

Applications accepted through:    NOV 20, 2009

Job Description:

CREW CHIEF

Directs a crew in fire fighting activities, working from specific orders from higher level supervisors at the scene and serves as the prime rescuer in crash/rescue operations. Instructs, directs and participates in practice drills and training classes. Directs the crew and participates in all aspects of fire prevention, public fire education, fire extinguisher and installed system inspections and maintenance. Assigns crew members and participates in station maintenance, i.e. cleaning equipment. Performs fire alarm communications center duties. Takes charge of all fire fighting activities at the scene in the absence of a supervisor. Directs crew and complies with proper safety practices. Directs a crew and performs crew duties on a Haz-mat Response Team Performs other related duties as assigned. Fights aircraft, wheeled vehicle, structural & wild land fires; hazmat response; communications centers monitoring; inspections; facility/fire vehicle maintenance; & training.

Unclassified. $35,133.70 annualized pay, based on 2912 hours at $12.55 per hour.

Requires: High School Graduate or GED, Three (3) years of fire fighting experience, including or supplemented by 2 years of airfield fire fighting. Certifications at Entry: a) Fire Fighter II, b) Airport Fire Fighter, c) Haz-Mat Ops, d) Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, Fire Officer I, and EMS First Responder or EMT as appropriate.(and remain certified). Obtain HAZ-Mat IC within 12 Months Licenses: Valid Kansas Class A or B Drivers License.

Apply online at www.jobs.ks.gov (Requisition 164651) or send a State application to: State Human Resources, The Adjutant General¿s Department, 2722 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611-1287 (785) 274-1460. EOE.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

• Work 24 on and 48 off.
• Vacation Leave. Earn up to 9 days of vacation leave annually. Accrual rates increase after 5, 10, and 15 years of service.
• Sick Leave ¿ Earn up to 9 days of vacation leave annually. Can be used for employee and family illness, injury, or medical appointments.
• Holidays - Eligible employees receive 9 paid holidays per year. This includes one day the employee may use at their discretion.
• Retirement - The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) is a defined benefit program. After 10 years of service, state employees are eligible to retire with full benefits when their age and years of service add up to at least 85.
• Health Insurance - Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage are available for all benefit eligible employees. Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.
• Group Term Life Insurance - The State of Kansas provides life insurance coverage equal to 150 percent of your annual salary. You may purchase additional coverage up to $200,000.
• Deferred Compensation - Voluntary defined contribution retirement plan which helps employees supplement their KPERS retirement income. Contributions are made on a pretax basis.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care accounts are available. Employees make annual elections and salary is reduced on a pretax basis.
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Class/Uncl	Full/Part Time:	Grade:	Hiring Rate:	Pay Frequency
U	F	001	$0.00	Hourly



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