Fire Fighter jobs in Medford, OR
Fire Fighter is responsible for rapid response to fires, accidents, and other emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment. Works with firefighting teams to control and extinguish fires and safely manage hazardous materials. Being a Fire Fighter performs search and rescue, responds to auto accidents, and provides emergency medical services. Uses and operates fire tools, equipment and apparatus as effectively and safely as possible. Additionally, Fire Fighter performs routine maintenance and inspection of firefighting equipment and gear to ensure proper condition and preparedness for emergencies. Prepares post-incident reports as required. May participate in fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. May require registry in NREMT. May require an associate degree in fire science. Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Fire Fighter works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Fire Fighter typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Fire Chief
- City of Grants Pass
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
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The City of Grants Pass is looking for a thoughtful, energetic, and innovative leader to join our team as the next Fire Chief. The City of Grants Pass has tremendous pride in leadership, as we are a High Performing Organization that embraces collaboration and efficiency. We have an opportunity for an effectual leader who has:
Experience in leading a Fire Rescue Department including personnel, budget, and City Emergency Management; and,
Ability to lead departments through change and growth; and,
Has successful experience in identifying department needs and implementing change to address those needs; and,
Has the ability to identify innovative opportunities and can successfully develop a sound strategy for resource management.
The Fire Chief leads the Fire Rescue Department including its personnel, budget, and resources. The Fire Chief serves as the City Emergency Management Coordinator and is responsible for guiding City Executive Staff in City emergency preparedness and response. Responsibilities include making recommendations to the City Council and City Manager, developing and implementing policy initiatives, setting the tone, climate, vision, and strategic plan for the department and emergency management, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and directives, and developing multi-jurisdictional approaches as necessary or appropriate. Incumbents provide general direction of daily operations, establish relationships and liaison with community groups, boards, and commissions, and provide the highest level of analysis and recommendation.
For a full job description that includes a full list of responsibilities, please view the job description by clicking here.
Questions regarding this recruitment contact Human Resources Director Mandy Hayes at mhayes@grantspassoregon.gov or 541.450.6050
The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.
If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business or a related field is ideal. At least five (5) years of directly related departmental or administrative management experience, plus three (3) years professional emergency management, strategic planning, project management or program development experience are required. Successful and demonstrated experience managing personnel and developing and working with fire department budgets is necessary. A master’s degree is desired.
The selected candidate will have the following Licenses and Certifications:
• Oregon Driver’s License – Class C
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400 and 700 Certifications
• AWR 160 Certification (NIMS Command and General Staff position specific qualifications or demonstrated experience preferred)
• DPSST/NFPA Fire Officer 2 or above (Fire Officer 4 and/or National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Certification (EFO) or Chief Fire Officer Designation (CPSE or state certified) highly desirable.
Any combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be considered.
Apply on-line at: www.grantspassoregon.gov
Attach your resume and cover letter to your completed on-line application.
Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.
It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience, responses to supplemental questionnaire, and meeting minimum qualifications of the position. The initial selection process for this position includes the following steps: application review and oral interview. The final selection process following interview includes the following steps: tentative offer, criminal history check, background/reference check, drug screening and final offer of employment.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.
Grants Pass located in beautiful Southern Oregon
Grants Pass is situated along the Rogue River, where recreational opportunities are many: jet-boats, rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, water skiing, tubing/swimming, gold panning and the 37-mile Rogue Hiking Trail. In addition to our world famous white water Rogue River, nearby mountains provide high-mountain recreational experiences, including snow skiing at Mt. Ashland, multiple access points to the Pacific Crest Trail, snow-shoeing, and ATV trails. Cultural activities center around the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland and the historic town of Jacksonville. Other scenic attractions include: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon Caves National Monument, and the northern portion of the Redwoods. Grants Pass' year-round calendar of events offers something for everyone. And once the sun goes down, the region takes on a life of its own with fine restaurants, theatres and a performing arts center.
Visitor information: https://travelgrantspass.com/
- 6 Days Ago
UX Developer
- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: The UX Developer (aka Front-End Developer) is primarily responsible for building a best-in-class e-commerce website focusing on HTML/CSS, JavaScript, design and overall user experien...
- 1 Day Ago
Email Marketing Support Specialist
- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Email Marketing Specialist to join our Digital Sales marketing team to create best-in-class email marketing initiatives. Key functions in...
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Email marketing specialist
- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
- Essential Functions : Working knowledge of building an email marketing campaign and familiarity with email marketing best practices Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute impactful...
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Firefighter emt
- Rural Metro Fire
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
- Responsibilities Firefighter EMT / Company Officer Trainee - Grants Pass, Oregon IMMEDIATELY HIRING! FIREFIGHTER EMT PERMANENT FULL-TIME Opportunity Shift Schedule : 48 / 96 A-B-C rotation $54,409 ann...
- 10 Days Ago
Fire and Life Safety Manager - Rural Metro Fire
- Global Medical Response
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Grants Pass, OR
FULL_TIME
- Fire and Life Safety Manager IMMEDIATELY HIRING! FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY MANAGER FULL-TIME Opportunity $55,000-$65,000/average annual compensation) Job Summary: The Fire & Life Safety Manager administers...
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8399 - QMHP I - Licensed - Forensics Programs (Health & Human Services)
- Jackson County, OR
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Medford, OR
- Salary: $30.10 - $40.26 Hourly Location : Medford, OR Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 8399 Department: Health and Human ...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
8184- Community Health Nurse II - Immunization Program (Health & Human Services)
- Jackson County, OR
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Medford, OR
- Salary: $36.39 - $48.67 Hourly Location : Medford, OR Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 8184 Department: Health and Human ...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lateral Police Officer
- City of Grants Pass, OR
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Grants Pass, OR
- Salary : $66,268.00 - $90,004.00 Annually Location : Grants Pass, OR Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 24-29 Department: P...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Campus Security Officer II, Medford - Public Safety
- Tufts University
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Medford, OR
- Job Description - Campus Security Officer II, Medford - Public Safety (21001886) **Job Description** Campus Security Off...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
8413 - Program/Services Coordinator I (Roads & Parks)
- Jackson County, OR
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Medford, OR
- Salary: $26.10 - $34.91 Hourly Location : Medford, OR Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 8413 Department: Roads Division: A...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
8423 - Technology Director (Information Technology)
- Jackson County, OR
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Medford, OR
- Salary: $131,497.60 - $167,835.20 Annually Location : Medford, OR Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 8423 Department: Infor...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
FirefighterEMT/Company Officer Trainee - Rural Metro Fire
- Rural Metro
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Grants Pass, OR
- Job Description: Firefighter EMT/Company Officer Trainee - Grants Pass, Oregon IMMEDIATELY HIRING! FIREFIGHTER EMT PERMA...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
8394 - QMHP II - Clinical Supervisor - Crisis Team (Health & Human Services)
- Jackson County, OR
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Medford, OR
- Salary: $33.10 - $44.27 Hourly Location : Medford, OR Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 8394 Department: Health and Human ...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Medford, Oregon
Medford is located approximately 27 miles (43 km) north of the northern California border at 42.3°N. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 25.74 square miles (66.67 km2), of which, 25.73 square miles (66.64 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water. The Pacific Ocean is about 75 miles (121 km) west of the city, and is the nearest coast. The nearest river is the Rogue River (8 mi or 13 km), and the nearest lake is Agate Lake (13 mi or 21 km).
Nearby cities include Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Ashland, Roseburg, Redding (California), and Crescent ...
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