The City of Bastrop Fire Department is looking for a dedicated individual who takes pride in helping others within our community to fill the position of full-time Firefighter. The Fire Department is a combination department responsible for providing fire protection services to over 10,000 residents within the 9 square miles of the City limits. The Department has one fire station that runs an average of 1,200 calls annually. Bastrop Fire Department promotes fire prevention and education, responds to fire, medical and rescue calls. The Department's current fleet includes a 100 foot Platform Quint and Engine. If you would like an opportunity to be a part of a growing department and community, apply now to join the Fire Department Team!!

City of Bastrop Firefighters are responsible for performing public safety work involving protection of life and property by engaging in firefighting and public safety skills. In addition, they may engage in public education, station and equipment maintenance. Firefighters work in an outdoor environment subject to extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and intermittent exposure to other hostile environments, confined spaces, and high noise intensity. They perform technical work in firefighting, apparatus operations, rescue, emergency medical services and fire training activities. Firefighters also perform work on an assigned basis under the direction of the Fire Chief or their designee.

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions

In the absence of an officer, assume command and make critical decisions pertaining to life safety;
Provide firefighting, rescue, and basic life support at emergency scenes;
Participate in training classes, skills practice, and drills to enhance job-related skills and abilities;
Read internal e-mails, memos, guidelines, policies, and procedures to keep apprised of new developments in departmental operations and procedures;
Participate in physical fitness activities to maintain physical conditioning;
Knowledge of traffic laws and street conditions in order to operate apparatus safely and expeditiously;
Study, learn, and maintain knowledge of streets, block numbers, landmarks, and other natural/man-made barriers in order to know the most direct and expeditious routes to an incident;
Safeguard self and others at all times;
Respond quickly to unforeseen circumstances as they arise;
Ensure the scene is free of any remaining hazards, equipment, or trash associated with the emergency response;
Operate within the Incident Management System and departmental operating procedures;
Minimize distress and suffering, including giving direct medical assistance; perform triage and stabilize patients by following established emergency medical treatment protocols;
Review, complete, file, distribute, forward, and record information in logs, forms, reports, and systems, as assigned;
Perform at the operations-level, or technician-level when trained and certified, at technical rescue operations;
Perform at the operations-level at hazardous materials operations;
Engage in activities which have a positive impact on the Department’s image within the community including public education, assistance, and other related initiatives;
Participate as a Fire Department representative at community events, as assigned;
Test hydrants for operational use, provide seasonal maintenance, and properly document results;
Inspect, clean, and maintain personal gear and equipment to ensure proper and safe operation;
Perform general cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of Department property;
Clean and perform maintenance checks and servicing on all apparatus and equipment, making minor repairs, and referring repair needs to the appropriate personnel;
Assist with returning equipment and apparatus to service;
Assist in training other personnel on assigned equipment operation, usage, care, and maintenance;
Perform other duties as assigned.

Listed below are the minimum license, certification, and credentialing requirements for applicants to be eligible to apply for the Firefighter position. All eligible candidates selected shall serve a minimum of six (6) months probationary period from the date of hire.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or GED equivalent; must be eighteen (18) years of age.

Minimum Requirements

Must possess a valid Class B Texas driver’s license or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certification as a Basic Structural Firefighter or higher.
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 or the ability to obtain within 6 (six) months of employment.
Complete a Texas Commission of Fire Protection Wildland Basic certification within one (1) year of employment.
Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Have not been convicted of any felonies.
Have not been convicted of any Class A and B misdemeanors in the previous 7 years.
Complete hiring process as outlined.
Background investigation to include employment history, criminal history, driving record and references.

Knowledge Of

City of Bastrop Employee Handbook and Bastrop Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines;
Operational characteristics, services and activities of the medical response, and fire suppression program;
Modern and complex principles and practices of fire suppression;
Principles, practices and skills of emergency medical care;
Basic principles of mechanics;
Basic principles of Incident Command System;
Local geography including streets and location of hydrants and major fire hazards;
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

RECRUITMENT

The following timeline has been developed for the application/hiring process:

IMPORTANT DATES

January 7, 2025 Application Process opens
February 9, 2025 Application Process closes at 5:00 p.m.
February 21, 2025 Written Exam at 8:00 a.m.
- Written Exam location TBD
- Physical Ability Test following the written exam. Bring appropriate attire.
February 28, 2025 Panel Interviews (Times to be determined)
Week of March 17, 2025 Projected Start Date

Firefighter Selection Process

The selection process begins with an application period. All applications will be reviewed at time of submission for completeness and minimum requirements. Selected candidates will be notified to take the written exam on November 15, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. Exams will be graded immediately following.

Candidates that pass the written exam will return for the physical ability test. Those with the top combined scores will be scheduled to begin the background process. Candidates who successfully pass the background process will be invited to a panel interview. Top candidates will then proceed to the Chief’s interview. Depending on the number of open entry-level positions, a conditional offer of employment will be extended to the top candidate.

Application Submittal

Application Reviews/Q&A Session

Written Exam & Physical Ability Test

Background & Driving Record Checks

Panel Interview

Conditional Job Offer Medical & Drug Screen

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Retirement – TMRS - 7%, City matches 2 to 1 at retirement
Retirement Eligibility - 20 years of service or age 60
Health and Dental Insurance – for employee, provided at no cost (optional HSA)
Basic Life Insurance - $50,000 policy for employee, provided at no cost
Long Term Disability (LTD) – for employee, provided at no cost
ALIGHT – Health Care Concierge
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off after 6 months
Sick Leave – 8 hours per month
All uniforms and gear provided

Candidate Physical Ability Test Information

https://www.cityofbastrop.org/upload/page/0502/docs/Firefighter CPAT Final.pdf

Position will remain open until filled. Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment drug testing/physical, and criminal background investigation.

The City of Bastrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) and values diversity in its workforce. As an EEO employer, the City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.**

In addition to a competitive salary, the City provides a generous Comprehensive Benefits package that includes a mandatory retirement plan through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at a 7% employee deposit rate with a municipal matching ratio of 2:1 at retirement, a voluntary 457 plan, as well as comprehensive medical coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA), life insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave and 13 paid holidays. The City pays 100% of employee medical and dental insurance and contributes 50% to dependent coverage.

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Do you possess a valid Class B Texas driver license?

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Do you hold a Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certification as a Basic Structural Firefighter or higher?

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Are you certified by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-Basic) or higher?

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Have you completed any of the following National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700 and 800 training?

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If you answered "Yes" to completing NIMS training in Question 4, please list which of those courses you have completed.

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Do you have a Texas Commission of Fire Protection Wildland Basic certification?

Yes
No
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