Rio Verde Fire District
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Employment Opportunities
The Rio Verde Fire District (RVFD) serves an unincorporated area in the pristine desert foothills northeast of Phoenix. The priority of the fire district is to provide a superior level of customer service to the citizens of this community. In addition to the basic requirements, individuals desiring to join the RVFD team should possess a strong sense of kinship and social acumen that exceeds traditional standards. The Rio Verde Fire District seeks individuals whose passionate desire is to provide value added service to the community, excel in fire service advances, and elevate to an exceptional level of customer care.
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RESERVE FIREFIGHTER STAFFING
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The Rio Verde Fire District is NOT currently recruiting for Reserves, however you may still submit an application for possible future hires. Applications are held for one year from submission.
The RVFD defines a Reserve Firefighter as a suppression employee who is scheduled only on an as needed basis.
Reserve Firefighters are required to submit a minimum of two 24-hour shifts of availability each 28-day work period and may not work in excess of nine shifts (or 216 hours) per 28-day work period.
The successful applicant will be placed on the employee roster to work shifts when there are openings due to vacation/sick time or other special staffing needs.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Firefighter I & II
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Arizona EMT or CEP (CEP requires current ACLS and PALS or PEPP certification)
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CPR for Healthcare Providers
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High School Diploma or GED
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Valid Arizona Drivers' License
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Pre-employment MVD Record and Background Check
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Pre-employment Drug Testing
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Successful completion of a CPAT from a licensed agency within the last 6 months (for those currently employed with another AZ Fire Agency, proof of successful Department Physical within the last 12 months may be accepted in lieu of CPAT)
Benefits
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Those required by law: unemployment, social security, worker's compensation, and earned paid sick time
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Holiday Pay
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Pay
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For information regarding pay, please click here to view our Salary Plan.
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Application Process
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Click here to download our Reserve application.
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Please complete the application in it's entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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If you complete your application electronically, please email it to JJacobe@RioVerdeFire.org with the Subject Line "Reserve Application".
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If you prefer to print the application and complete by hand, it can be delivered in person or faxed to 480-471-1821.
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The Rio Verde Fire District strives for a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We will be hosting an orientation for anyone interested in joining our organization. Please come spend some time with us and learn what Rio Verde Fire District is all about.
When: Tuesday, March 28th @ 10:00am
Where: RVFD Station 442 (17619 E. Rio Verde Drive, Rio Verde, AZ)
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FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER STAFFING
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The Rio Verde Fire District anticipates hiring six (6) full-time firefighters on or around July 1, 2023. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm on March 31, 2023 and interviews are planned for mid-April.
Click here to read the full job description.
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Minimum Qualifications (must be obtained prior to interview)
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Arizona EMT or CEP (CEP requires current ACLS and PALS or PEPP certification)
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CPR for Healthcare Providers
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High School Diploma or GED
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Valid Arizona Drivers' License
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Successful completion of a CPAT from a licensed agency within the last 6 months (for those currently employed with a Phoenix Regional Automatic Aid Agency, proof of successful Department Physical within the last 12 months may be accepted in lieu of CPAT)
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If a job offer is made you will also be required to complete the following:
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Pre-employment MVD Record and Background Check
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Pre-employment Drug Testing
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Pre-employment Physical
Benefits
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PSPRS
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Vacation and Sick time
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (partially paid by District)
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HealthiestYou Telehealth program (paid by District)
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Life Insurance (paid by District)
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Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (paid by employee)
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Pay
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For information regarding pay, please click here to view our Salary Plan.
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Application Process
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Please complete the application in it's entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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When you have finished, save or download the application (option depends on what browser you use).
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Fill out the short form below and upload your application. Only applications uploaded here will be accepted.
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Applications MUST be received by 11:59pm on Friday, March 31, 2023. We anticipate holding interviews mid-April.
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Watch your email. You will be contacted whether you are selected for an interview or not.
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