POSITION: ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER
Certified Annual Salary $42,500.00
Application Period Closes: 4:00 pm on March 26, 2025 (Position will remain
open until filled)
Anticipated Interview Date: April 11, 2025 (subject to change)
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2025 (subject to change)
48/96 SCHEDULE
A BRIEF SUMMARY ABOUT OUR SELECTION & HIRING PROCESS
The Nixa Fire District's selection and hiring process is
designed to identify and bring on board individuals who align with our core
mission of safeguarding the community's quality of life and property. Our
commitment is to recruit qualified candidates who thrive in a team-oriented
environment, possess a positive attitude, support commitment, and take pride in
their work. These attributes reflect our organization's core values and we
prioritize them in our hiring decisions:
Respect: We seek candidates
who demonstrate respect for others in our organization and community.
Integrity: Candidates with a
strong sense of integrity, ethical behavior, are valued for maintaining the
trust of our community.
Compassion: Our ideal
candidates exhibit compassion, showing empathy and understanding in their
interactions with team members and the community we serve.
Courage: We look for individuals who
demonstrate courage, facing challenges with resilience and determination to
protect and serve the community.
Honesty: Candidates committed to honesty
and transparency contribute to a culture of trust within our organization.
Recognizing that the hiring process may seem overwhelming,
we want candidates to understand that it is thorough and deliberate series of
steps. The process is not intended to overwhelm but is structured to ensure
that we select the best individuals for our team.
While we acknowledge that the hiring process can be
extensive, we emphasize that each step is crucial for ensuring the right fit
for our team. From the initial job posting to the final hiring decision, the
process may span several months. We appreciate the dedication and patience of
candidates as they navigate through these steps, and we are committed to
selecting individuals who align with our core values and contribute positively
to the Nixa Fire District.
THE RECUITMENT PROCESS
1.
JOB POSTING
2.
EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
3.
DOCUMENT REVIEW
4.
IN-PERSON INTERVIEW
5.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
6.
DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK
7.
DRUG TESTING
8.
FIT-FOR-DUTY PHYSICAL
9.
OFFICIAL OFFER-EMPLOYMENT START NOTICE
10. ORIENTATION
& ONBOARDING
FIREFIGHTER POSTION
TESTING REQUIRMENTS
Candidates must pass Tri-State Alliance testing process and
be current on the qualification list; visit www.tsfra.com.
Learn more about ErgoMetrics practice exams.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
(candidates MUST submit supporting documents in a PDF
FORMAT ONLY, photos of documents will NOT be
accepted)
Candidates
must be at least 18 years old
Candidates
must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
Candidates
must have a Valid Missouri driver’s license with no suspensions, revocations,
or any other significant moving violations within the last five (5) years and
provide a copy
Candidates
must complete and sign Nixa Fire District Application for Employment
Provide Supporting Documentation of Required Qualifications
Resume
and letters of recommendation (optional)
Formal
Education Diplomas
Candidate
must pass a Background Investigation (due to the nature of public safety as a
firefighter)
Candidate
Must Pass Drug Testing
Must Pass
Pre-Employment Physical
Read full Job Description
attached for more information
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION CHECKLIST
FIREFIGHTER JOB DESCRIPTION
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
Job Posting
Rights Under Fair Credit
Reporting Act
FCRA Authorization
Email
your EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION and SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS to: career@nixafire.gov
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES