The City of Overland Park has a part-time Fire Cadet position available in the Fire Department Department.

SUMMARY:

The Fire cadet position is specially designed for the individuals to be immersed in a hands-on training environment geared towards fire and emergency services. Each Cadet will be assigned to the Logistics Division for work assignments, training opportunities, educational check-in’s, and rotated throughout the fire department for various field and office assignments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma.
• Successful completion of regional Firefighter High School program.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license prior to beginning employment with the City.
• Firefighter I & II Certification preferred.
• Must pass the psychological evaluation, drug screen, and physical.

EXPERIENCE:

• No experience required
  No City residency requirement.
  Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam and essential functions test.
  Normal Work Hours: Variable Hours - PT/SEA/TMP
  Salary Range:$16.00 hourly
  Application Deadline: Open until filled
  All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.
  EO/M/F/D/V
  Work Location: In perso

• Delivers mail and supplies to Fire Stations.
• Assists with managing Fire Department inventory.
• Receives and assists with special events/programs within the Fire Department’s operations.
• Attends departmental meetings on a regular basis.
• Actively participates in the Department, while ensuring retention of policies and operations.
• Attend various trainings including but not limited to fire operations, EMS operations, Fire Department policy and procedure, driving, etc.
• The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled work breaks, where applicable.
• Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with supervisors, customers, and any other persons or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
• The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.