ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A REWARDING & CHALLENGING CAREER? DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHERS? CONSIDER A CAREER IN THE FIRE SERVICE! Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WINDSOR FIRE & RESCUE SERVICES Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
Firefighter Emergency Communications Operator Emergency Equipment Technician Electronics Technician Administrative Assistant Computer Support Analyst Administrative & Financial Clerks Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES WINDSOR FIRE & RESCUE SERVICES Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief Captain, District Chief, Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer, Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer, Chief Fire Prevention Officer Training Officer, Chief Training Officer Director of Emergency Apparatus Public Education Officer Emergency Communications Coordinator Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
CITY OF WINDSOR FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT Firefighter recruitment is handled by the City of Windsor’s Human Resources Department. Information pertaining to the City of Windsor’s firefighter recruitment is available on the City of Windsor’s website www.citywindsor.ca Click on the Work for Windsor and Firefighter Recruitment links or call 311 for additional information. The Corporation of the City of Windsor reserves the right to amend the firefighter recruitment process, as required. This information is offered as a guide only. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
FIREFIGHTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS At time of application, an individual must: Be 18 years of age Possess an Ontario Secondary School graduation diploma or equivalent Be legally entitled to work in Canada Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS Class “D” Ontario Driver’s Licence with “Z” endorsement ( to be provided at time of hiring ) Successfully complete corporate medical assessment Successfully pass Aptitude Test, Assessment Test, Physical Agility Test, Interview Process Satisfactory Police Clearance Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION – SKILLS Post secondary education at university or community college in the following will be considered an asset. Firefighting or other directly related discipline First Aid – CPR First Responder Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Confined Space Rescue High Angle Rescue Water Rescue Hazardous Materials Auto Extrication & Rescue Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN APTITUDE TEST (CPS), WRITTEN ASSESSMENT TEST (OS), PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST The City of Windsor secures the services of an outside provider to administer these tests. The previous service provider selected was Gledhill-Shaw Enterprises. The Corporation of the City of Windsor reserves the right to review and select a service provider based upon the needs of the hiring department. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN APTITUDE TEST (CPS), WRITTEN ASSESSMENT TEST (OS), PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST All eligible candidates are given the opportunity to participate in the testing components. Candidates are responsible for the administration fees associated with the testing components. Candidates are provided with information governing the process to be followed and particulars of the testing segments. Candidates are required to successfully pass all test components in order to be considered further in the recruitment process. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN APTITUDE TEST (CPS) (Cooperative Personnel Services Test) This Written Aptitude Test assesses the candidate’s knowledge, skills and aptitudes necessary to succeed as a firefighter in today’s environment. A series of questions, divided into sections, gauge the candidates’ understanding of written and oral information, arithmetic reasoning, maps, diagrams and mechanical drawings. The Written Aptitude Test is administered to candidates using an established time limit for completion. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN APTITUDE TEST (CPS) (Cooperative Personnel Services Test) Candidates are required to successfully pass the Written Aptitude Test in order to be considered further in the recruitment process. Administrative fees will be established and applicants will be required to pay these fees in order to participate in the required Written Aptitude Test. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT TEST (OS) (Occupational Skills Assessment) This Written Assessment Test is a functional characteristics readiness assessment on functional characteristics that are essential for effective firefighter performance. A series of questions are asked relating to specific emergency scenarios and workplace environment, as well as basic mathematical and logical reasoning. The Written Assessment Test is administered to candidates using an established time limit for completion. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT TEST (OS) (Occupational Skills Assessment) Candidates are required to successfully pass the Written Assessment Test in order to be considered further in the recruitment process. Administrative fees will be established and applicants will be required to pay these fees in order to participate in the required Written Assessment Test. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
FIREFIGHTER FITNESS ASSESSMENT All candidates are required to successfully pass a Firefighter Fitness Assessment (Physical Agility Test) in order to be considered further in the recruitment process. The series of tests assess the job specific task performance, as well as the fitness of candidates by incorporating tasks that model the work of firefighters. Administrative fees will be established and applicants will be required to pay these fees in order to participate in the required Firefighter Fitness Assessment (Physical Agility Test). Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
FIREFIGHTER FITNESS ASSESSMENT The City of Windsor reviews the specific test requirements needed and secures a service provider who would be able to administer applicable testing to candidates. Candidates would be provided with specific details regarding the service provider selected to offer appropriate testing for the Firefighter Recruitment and applicable details associated with the testing component. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
FIREFIGHTER FITNESS ASSESSMENT The York University Firefighter Fitness Assessment offers information related to the types of tests involved in the Firefighter Fitness Assessment. Please visit their website at www.recruitfirefighter.com for information pertaining to the types of tests that they administer related to firefighting task performance. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
YORK UNIVERSITY FIREFIGHTER FITNESS ASSESSMENT Example of Test Components Aerobic Fitness For full details of the York University Simulated Hose Advance Firefighter Fitness Victim Drag Assessment, visit www.recruitfirefighter.com Claustrophobia Test Ladder Lift Hose Carry / Stair Climb Rope Pull Acrophobia Test / Ladder Climb Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
PREPARING FOR THE FIREFIGHTER TESTING The job of a firefighter is physically demanding and requires that the individual possess certain physical attributes. “Preparation for the Written Firefighter Exams” study guides, as well as the internet, offer guidance and exercise regimens that will aid the candidate to prepare for the various testing involved. Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
OTHER DESIREABLE ATTRIBUTES Firefighters respond to a multitude of emergency situations and work in a team-driven environment. A firefighter requires other personal attributes in order to lead a successful career in the fire service. Good oral & written communication skills Ability to work well under pressure & stressful situations Ability to work as a team member under supervisors’ orders Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
OTHER DESIREABLE ATTRIBUTES (Continued) Trustworthy Honest Enthusiastic Community-minded Punctual Compassionate Reliable Integrity Dependable Self-motivated Strong mechanical aptitude Knowledge of building construction Hands-on experience using tools Windsor Fire & Rescue Services www.windsorfire.com
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