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Chestermere Fire Services
Full Time Firefighter
2018 Recruitment
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER JOB REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................. 4
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 4
REQUIREMENTS & EXPECTATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 4
TIPS TO THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS................................................................................................................ 5
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS .................................................................................................................................. 6
STEP 1: APPLICATION.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
STEP 2: APPLICATION REVIEW .......................................................................................................................................... 8
STEP 3: WRITTEN (PSYCHOMETRIC EXAMINATION)...................................................................................................... 8
STEP 4: FORMAL INTERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................. 8
STEP 5: REFERENCE / CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK ....................................................................................................... 9
STEP 6: RIDE ALONG ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
STEP 7: CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER / CONFIRMATION OF EMPLOYMENT .................................................................. 9
STEP 8: MEDICAL CLEARANCE ......................................................................................................................................... 9
STEP 9: PROBATIONARY SKILLS TESTING, VO2 MAX .............................................................................................. 10
STEP 10: OFFICIAL JOB OFFER ..................................................................................................................................... 10
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ...................................................................................................................... 11
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 2Welcome
Dear Candidate,
Welcome to the Chestermere Fire Service (CFS) Full Time Firefighter recruitment process. This
package has been produced to inform you of the position requirements and your role as a potential
candidate in our recruitment program.
What follows is an explanation of the stages of the recruitment process. Please thoroughly read this
information and ensure that you have the necessary qualifications before proceeding further in the
process.
*If you have questions, please email recruitment@chestermere.ca
Once you have reviewed this package in its entirety, if you are interested in proceeding further with the
recruitment process, please submit the required information to the undersigned. The City appreciates
receiving applications from all qualified individuals, however only those applicants who are shortlisted
will be informed of their acceptance into the CFS Full Time Firefighter recruitment process.
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you every success in your endeavors to become a
Chestermere Fire Services Firefighter.
Thank you for your interest.
Sincerely,
Chestermere Fire Services
Recruitment Division
As Alberta’s fastest growing municipality, the City of Chestermere has rapidly evolved from a charming
summer village into a dynamic lakeside community for almost 20,000 residents. The beautiful lake,
excellent schools, safe communities, pleasant neighbourhoods, growing opportunities, and 18-hole
golf course all contribute to the ambiance of a family friendly oasis. By demonstrating the City’s
values, employees at the City of Chestermere use their strengths and unique abilities to contribute to
the vision of Chestermere as a sustainable lakeside recreational community that is safe and family
oriented.
~ City of Chestermere Employment Mission
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 3Full-Time Firefighter Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Grade 12 or GED supplemented by recognized technical training
NFPA 1001 Level II Certification
NFPA 472 HazMat Awareness & Operations
NFPA 1002 – Driving & Maintenance (formerly ‘Pump A’)
Valid Standard First Aid CPR C and AED certifications
Unrestricted Alberta Class 2Q within 30 days (Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake
Endorsement - Graduated Driver’s License is not accepted), and current five (5) year driver’s
abstract with minimal infractions
Pleasure Craft License
Successful hires will be asked to complete a satisfactory job related medical examination and
VO2 Max at the time of employment
The following courses and certificates are preferred:
o NFPA 1002 – Advanced Pumping Operations (formerly ‘Pump B’)
o NFPA 1002 – Aerial Apparatus
o Basic Fire Safety Codes Officer (BFSCO)
o NFPA 1041 Level 1 – Fire Service Instructor
o ICS 100
o Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). Additional education / certification considered
an asset
Fluent in basic computing abilities and Microsoft Office Software
Clear Criminal Record, Child Intervention and Vulnerable Sector checks deemed satisfactory
by the City
**All out of province applicants MUST provide Alberta equivalency documents**
Requirements & Expectations
Operate within the core values of the CFS at all times
Value pride, professionalism and proficiency in your work
Be committed to on-going training
Hard working, self-motivated and respectful to others
Personal characteristics of loyalty, dedication and commitment to duty.
Commitment to displaying the City of Chestermere values of Accountable, Connected,
Transparent, Inclusive, Viable and Ethical (ACTIVE).
Commitment to the City’s organizational culture vision “Chestermere is creating an amazing
place to call home through innovation and community collaboration”.
Be prepared to commit the necessary time and effort involved in being a Full Time Firefighter.
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 4Tips to the Recruitment Process
Although we cannot offer a guaranteed method for successfully securing a position with the CFS, we
are happy to provide some tips that will ensure the hiring process runs smoothly. Please keep the
following suggestions in mind as you progress through the application process:
1. If your personal contact information changes during the process, inform
recruitment@chestermere.ca immediately.
2. Take the time to review all of the material on the City’s website (www.chestermere.ca), including
general information about the City and CFS.
3. Make sure that you conform to all of the physical and professional requirements of the job. You do
not want to invest the time and money in the process to be disqualified because your education,
driving record, health and/or certifications do not meet the minimum qualifications.
4. Being able to accurately follow instructions is an important attribute in firefighting. Make sure you
understand and execute any instructions you are given during the hiring process. Failure to do so
may affect the final hiring decision.
5. Be patient. Repeated requests for information are not helpful. It is our intention to deliver the most
professional and efficient recruitment process possible.
6. You must have accurate copies of the required certifications when you submit your application. If
you indicate in your application that you do have a certification and it is discovered that you did not
receive that certification until later in the process, you will be disqualified from the current hiring
process, and may be deemed ineligible for future hiring.
7. Your attitude and enthusiasm is noted throughout the process and can influence final hiring
decision.
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 5The Recruitment Process
Resume & Deadline:
Application Cover Letter
Certificates
May 31, 2018
Application Invite to Written:
Review June 5, 2018
Written Date TBD:
Exam June 11 - 15, 2018
Formal Date TBD:
Interview June 18 - 22, 2018
Reference
Checks
Waiver Date TBD:
Ride Along Sign-Off Ride ALong & Skills Assessment
Conditional
Offer
Medical Pre-Placment Fire Medical
Clearance (LifeMark)
VO2 Max (LifeMark)
Physical
Must be completed within 3 months.
Official Job
Offer
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 6Step 1: Application
Applicants must provide the following (in this order) within their application package:
1) Cover Letter & Resume
2) Copies of all Fire Certificates
3) Copies of all EMS Certificates
4) Copy of valid driver’s license & pleasure craft license
5) Copy of current 5-Year drivers abstract (obtained within the last 30 days)
6) Proof of high school completion or recognized equivalency
7) Copy of post-secondary certification and/or trade certificates (if applicable)
8) A criminal record & vulnerable sector check within 30 days of application (Receipt is sufficient
at this stage)
9) Child Intervention check within 30 days of application (Receipt is sufficient at this stage)
10) Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of application (Receipt is sufficient at this stage)
**PLEASE BE AWARE THAT A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK AND CHILD INTERVENTION
CHECK ARE TWO SEPARATE REQUIREMENTS
All out of province applicants MUST provide Alberta equivalency documents.
Candidates must verify all qualifications with supporting documentation including photocopies of all
certificates, diplomas, transcripts, etc.
Preference will be given to those with additional fire training, medical training (EMR, EMT, Paramedic)
and post-secondary education.
Packages can be submitted using any one of the following methods:
**Please mark your sealed envelope with:
“Confidential RE: 2018 Full Time Firefighter Application”
1. DROP OFF or MAIL - Completed applications can be dropped off or mailed to:
Chestermere Fire Hall
162 East Chestermere Drive
Chestermere, AB
T1X 1C1
2. EMAIL - Completed applications can be emailed to:
recruitment@chestermere.ca
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 7Step 2: Application Review
All applications will be reviewed in detail and verified against CFS minimum qualifications. The City
appreciates receiving applications from all qualified individuals, however only those applicants who are
short-listed for an interview will be contacted.
Invites to written exam will be completed by June 5th, 2018.
Unsuccessful applicants will receive a notification of regret. The notification of regret may be delayed
until the successful applicants have been informed. We request that you are patient at this stage and
wait for CFS Recruitment to contact you.
Step 3: Written (Psychometric Examination)
The approximate dates for the written exam are June 11 – 15, 2018.
Candidates who are successful in Steps 1 & 2 will be invited to participate in the written psychometric
testing portion of the process. Eligible candidates will be informed via email of testing date, location
and time(s).
The assessment consists of approximately ninety (90) minutes of paper and pencil testing and is
conducted in a group setting. The testing is based on current findings from research literature with
respect to the factors that predict success as a firefighter “on-the-job”. All questions will be fire,
behavior and community related.
Step 4: Formal Interview
The approximate dates for formal interviews are June 18 – 22, 2018.
Interviews will take place at the Chestermere Fire Hall boardroom with representatives from
Management, Fire Captains and the City of Chestermere Human Resources Department.
The interview will include behavioural based questions that focus on things you have done in the past
to achieve an outcome. An example question would be; “Describe a time when you were part of a team
that was having difficulty achieving its intended purpose and describe what you did to help the group
get back on track.” What we are looking for in these types of questions are answers that demonstrate
the following:
Leadership
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Initiative
Communication Skills
Adaptability
The key to doing well in the interview stage is ensuring you have prepared ahead of time. Use the City’s
website to learn about both the City of Chestermere and its fire service. It is important that you have a
good understanding of the employer and the position you are applying for. You should also be able to
articulate the reasons that you would be a good fit with the Chestermere Fire Service.
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 8When you come to your interview, you should:
Bring all of your supporting documentation to the interview, including certifications and
references. You should have enough copies for each member of the interview panel. Panel
packages should be professional and well organized.
Plan on arriving early and make allowances for the unexpected.
If you are successful in the interview process, you will receive notification from Chestermere Fire
Recruitment. Unsuccessful applicants will receive a notification of regret. The notification of
regret may be delayed until the successful applicants have passed their employment medical
evaluations. We request that you are patient at this stage and wait for CFS Recruitment to be in
touch.
Step 5: Reference / Criminal Record Check
References will be checked and they will be asked a series of questions related to the candidate’s
employment record, work habits and interpersonal skills. Human Resources may ask for supporting
references to verify the information provided. All references will be contacted.
Step 6: Ride Along
Candidates accepted to this stage will be required to complete a minimum of one volunteer 10 hour
ride-along shift with the duty crew. You will be assigned a date to attend your ride-along shift.
The City of Chestermere requires a liability waiver be signed by any candidate participating in a ride
along. The Liability Waiver must be turned into the Captain at the start of your day shift.
Ride Along Program candidates shall be dressed in appropriate work wear, including blue pants (no
jeans), blue t-shirt, and black work boots. Each candidate must wear the turnout gear that will be
provided while training or responding with crews on emergency runs.
The shift will be from 0730 -1730 and it is recommended that candidates arrive exactly 30 minutes
early.
It is at the discretion of Chestermere Recruitment if a second ride-along is required to further assess a
candidate’s suitability / fit for the department.
Step 7: Conditional Job Offer / Confirmation of Employment
Successful candidates will be given a conditional employment offer and will be provided instructions
for uniform fittings, turnout gear fittings and commencement of probationary period. Full-Time
Firefighters are on probation for six (6) months and during that time must pass through a series of
testing while on duty.
Step 8: Medical Clearance
Please refer to Appendix A – Medical Conditions for a list of disqualifying medical conditions as per
NFPA guidelines.
Candidates will be required to complete a Pre-Placement Fire Medical through LifeMark at their own
expense (approximately $620 + GST). The medical evaluation will include:
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 9 Physician Medical
Vision
PFT
Audiogram
ECG / EKG
Chest X-Ray
Blood Work (Lab)
If you have any medical conditions that deem you unfit for work, you are obligated to disclose to
Chestermere Fire Services.
Step 9: Probationary Skills Testing, VO2 Max
Full-Time Firefighters are on probation for 6 months from their conditional job offer date. Throughout
this time, they will be required to complete a series of skills and knowledge assessments while
meeting hourly requirements.
As a condition of employment, all selected candidates must successfully complete the VO2 Max within
three (3) months of receiving a job offer at their own expense (approximately $170 + GST) through
LifeMark. Should a candidate be unsuccessful at their physical attempt, their job offer will be revoked.
*If you have VO2 Max completion certificates within six (6) months of application, they will be
accepted.
Step 10: Official Job Offer
Upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period and all previous steps, the candidate
will be offered an Official Job Offer.
2018 CFS Full-Time Firefighter Recruitment 10Frequently Asked Questions
If I have any questions as I progress through the recruitment process, where should I direct
them?
Please direct all inquiries to – recruitment@chestermere.ca
How can I be sure you’ve received my application?
You will receive a confirmation email. If an email doesn’t appear by 11:59pm on June 5, please contact
our office at 403.272.9878 and/or email recruitment@chestermere.ca
What are the shifts?
Full-Time Firefighters work both ten-hour day shifts and fourteen-hour night shifts. Day shift begins at
07:30 and ends at 17:30. Night shift begins at 17:30 and ends at 07:30.
Is there a probationary period?
Full-Time Firefighters are on probation for six (6) months from the date of hire.
What wage do Full Time Firefighters earn?
We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package.
I will not have completed all of my required professional certifications at the time of application,
but anticipate completing them before the end of the process. Can I still apply?
No, you cannot submit an application if you have not fully completed the required professional
certifications. Note that all licence dates will be verified against the date of application. Falsification of
any of your answers will eliminate you from the hiring process and may negatively affect future
applications to the City of Chestermere.
Can I apply if I am not a resident of Chestermere?
Yes, you can apply if you live outside the City Of Chestermere. However, be advised that the hiring
process will require you travel to Chestermere and/or the City of Calgary during the course of
recruitment.
Do I need post-secondary education?
No. Post-secondary education is not a mandatory requirement, although we do consider it a preferred
qualification.
Do you accept Pro Board certification?
Yes. We consider Pro Board certification to be the equivalent of IFSAC certification.
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