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Fire Fighter Recruitment
Application Guide
Thank you for your interest in the Town of Innisfil’s 2014 Fire Fighter recruitment process. We are excited that you are considering a career with us!
As one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities, endless possibilities lay ahead…
Only 45 minutes north of Toronto, Innisfil is a growing lakeside community prized for its rural setting, high quality of life and strong local workforce. Innisfil is the perfect place to live, work and play.
We are looking for dedicated, team focused and committed individuals to join the Innisfil Fire and Rescue Service as Fire Fighters.
Responsible for all aspects of firefighting, you will combat, extinguish, and prevent fires as well as save life and protect property while working rapidly and efficiently under considerable hazards to mitigate emergency incidents, assist with fire prevention activities and develop and deliver public education activities to the community.
Preferred candidates have a community college diploma in Fire Protection Technology or are a graduate of a recognized Pre-Service Fire Fighter education and training program and have a minimum of three (3) years practical experience in the fields of fire protection, prevention and emergency planning or have a high school diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of practical experience in the field of fire protection and prevention. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the OFM General Fire Curriculum (Component Testing 1, 2, 3 & 4) and/or NFPA – 1001, Levels I & II. Candidates must be physically fit, strong communicators, have a valid DZ driver’s license, valid First Aid and CPR certificates and be available to work day shifts on a rotating schedule to meet the requirements of the department.
The Fire Fighter job description outlining key duties and responsibilities, along with required credentials is available for your review at www.innisfil.ca.
To become a Fire Fighter with the Innisfil Fire and Rescue Service, candidates must pass through all six (6) stages of the recruitment process. Candidates who fail to meet the required standards at any stage of the process will not proceed to the next stage in the recruitment process.
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Stage 1– Application Process
Candidates are required to submit a detailed cover letter and resume outlining their experience, education and certifications.
As part of the application process, copies of the following must be included:
York University Fitness Test and/or Candidate Phyisical Abilitry Test (CPAT) - See page 3 regarding required elements
Proof of Education: copy of:
- Community College Diploma in Fire Protection Technology
- Community College Diploma in a Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Program
- High School Diploma
Valid DZ license
Valid First Aid and CPR Certificates ** All copies must be clear and legible
** All associated costs are the responsibility of the candidate
Applications can be submitted to Human Resources, quoting file # FIRE-02-14 by March 26,
2014 via:
mail or in person to: Human Resources
2101 Innisfil Beach Road Innisfil, ON
L9S 1A1
email to [email protected]
Fax to 705-431-7652
Late applications and/or applications missing any of the required information will not be considered.
Only candidates short-listed to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. Any inquiries regarding this Fire Fighter recruitment are to be directed to Human Resources at 705-436-3710 or at [email protected]
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Fitness Test and/or Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) The following tests will be accepted:
York University Fire Fighter Applicant Fitness Test
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from either Firefighter Services of Ontario (formerly Brock) or Waterloo
The following elements must be completed and reflected when you submit your application: Fitness
Swim test and/or watertread test Vision
Hearing
We will accept tests dated no earlier than September 30, 2013.
Candidates must make their own arrangements with the testing facilities. Please contact them directly to confirm upcoming dates. All associated costs are the responsibility of the candidate.
Stage 2– Aptitude Test Phase
Short-listed candidates from the application stage will be required to participate in the aptitude test on Saturday April 12, 2014. Testing details will be provided to short-listed candidates.
All testing costs are the responsibility of the candidate.
You will be made aware of your test results by Human Resources. Successful completion of the aptitude test does not guarantee an interview.
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Stage 3– Interview Phase
Short-listed candidates from the aptitude test phase will be invited to attend an interview. The interview panel will consist of the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and a Human Resources Representative. Interviews will be conducted the weeks of April 28 and May 5, 2014.
Stage 4– Background Screening Phase
Candidates short-listed after the interview phase will be required to undergo a complete back-ground screening consisting of:
Education verification Reference checks
Criminal record check, including vulnerable sector screening Medical screening/examination (based on Town provided form)
• at candidate’s own cost
Stage 5– Offers of Employment Phase
Upon review of the completed background screening and medical screening/examination, offers of employment will be issued.
The Town reserves the right to terminate a candidate’s participation in the recruitment process should any of the information in the background screening and/or medical screening/
examination not meet the Town’s standards.
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Stage 6– Eligibility List Phase
A ranked eligibility list of qualified candidates from the interview phase of the recruitment process will be developed and maintained for a period of eighteen (18) months. Qualified candidates will be advised of their placement on the ranked eligibility list.
New or vacant Fire Fighter positions during this period will be filled through the ranked eligibility list.
Candidates will be required to undergo a complete background screening and medical screening/examination, as well as provide an up to date fitness assessment (dated within six (6) months of the date contacted). Upon review of the completed documents, offers of employment will be made (subject to the documents meeting the Town standards).
Personal information received in response to this Fire Fighter recruitment is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act to determine eligibility for employment. Please direct inquiries on this matter to the Human Resources Department.
Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided, upon request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Fire Fighter with the Town of Innisfil !
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