Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010, an examination for the position of Firefighter will be conducted at the Garland Special Events Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Boulevard, Garland, Texas at 6:00 pm. This examination will be given in accordance with applicable State of Texas statutes and City of Garland Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations. The Eligibility List created by this examination shall be used to fill any Firefighter position vacancy that occurs prior to September 23, 2011. General requirements are as follows:
APPLICATION: Applications are only accepted on-line and must be submitted by Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, at 5:00p.m.(CST).
AGE: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of examination, and must be under the age of 36 at time of examination.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Must pass a physical examination, a comprehensive drug screening, and have no more than 20/100 uncorrected vision.
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST: The physical agility test involves various types of tasks designed to demonstrate applicants’ ability to perform essential job functions.
ORAL INTERVIEW: The Oral Interview involves a variety of questions related to determining potential performance as a Firefighter.
EDUCATION: High School graduate or G.E.D.
BACKGROUND CHECK: A rigid background investigation, including driving record, will be conducted on all applicants. Information will be verified by Polygraph Examination(s).
MILITARY SERVICE: Persons who have served in the military, received an Honorable Discharge, and pass the Examination may have five (5) points added to their test score if candidate submits a legible copy of a form documenting at least 180 days of active duty military service with an Honorable Discharge (i.e. DD 214-MEMBER 4 FORM). Documentation must be received or postmarked by Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, at 5:00 p.m. (CST) for consideration.
Copy of DD 214-MEMBER 4 Form may be:
· Mailed to the Human Resources Department, City of Garland, P.O. 469002, Garland, Texas, 75046-9002
· Delivered to the Human Resources Department, City of Garland, 200 North Fifth Street, Garland, Texas, 75040
· Faxed to (972) 205-2706 (call (972) 205-2498 to confirm receipt and legibility)
WORK SCHEDULE: Ability and willingness to work shift work (24 hours on duty, followed by 48 hours off-duty).
Each newly appointed Firefighter will receive a starting annual salary of $45,900 and $51,087 after one year. After one year, Firefighters may be eligible to receive longevity, additional education and assignment compensation, as provided by State Statute and City of Garland Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
You must have a valid government issued photo identification with you at the exam site. If your driver’s license does not have a photo, you must provide some other form of official photo identification (i.e.; a passport) that does contain your photograph. If you cannot produce this photo identification, you will not be allowed to take the examination. Plan to be at the test location for at least six (6) hours.
The City of Garland will furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services when necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in, and enjoy the benefits of, the City's services, programs, and activities. If you wish to request an accommodation or assistance, please contact (972) 205-2498, at least 10 business days in advance of the examination date. Texas Relay number:(1-800-735-2989).
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