at City of Peoria in Peoria, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Applications are required for each vacancy. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of applications. The application must be signed, dated, completely filled in and returned to the Human Resources Department by the filing date indicated on the Vacancy Announcement. All information submitted is subject to verification.
The City only accepts applications for posted positions.
If selected, City residency must be established within one year of hire (or within the timeframe outlined in bargaining unit contract, if applicable). Residency must be maintained for the duration of employment. Applicants need not be current residents of the City of Peoria to be considered.
After an offer of employment but prior to hire, all applicants must complete a medical examination including a drug screen.
All new hires will be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
A summary of employment benefits may be obtained by contacting the City's Human Resources Department.
The City's Administrative Action Plan for Fair Practices is available for inspection by contacting the City's Equal Opportunity Office, City Hall, Room 303 or by calling (309) 494-8594.
Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the selection process may notify the Human Resources Department of such request.
The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Description
The Fire Apprentice Candidate position is a civilian employee assigned to the Peoria Fire Department. Fire Apprentices are not commissioned firefighters as outlined in Chapter 11 of the City of Peoria Municipal Code. Apprentices shall not be assigned any responsibility that requires authority as a commissioned firefighter.
DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024
Examples of Duties
The Fire Apprentice program is an initiative to provide a career pathway for teenagers and young adults. This program is not intended to be a direct source of recruitment for future firefighters, but rather provides young men and women an inside look into the career of fire, rescue, and emergency medical services. Fire Apprentices will supplement the pool of qualified candidates, upon successful completion of the State of Illinois mandates as identified in the Firefighter Hiring Act also known as Public Act 097-0251.Fire Apprentices will be members reflecting the demographical diversity of the community between the ages of 17 and 20 upon hire. The Fire Apprentice candidate will be a part-time employee of the City of Peoria. The Fire Apprentice will perform various fire service-related duties and training. The associated duties and training will consist of an integrated collaborative process utilizing both internal and external components.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a resident of the City of Peoria. Must be a High School graduate or have attained a general education development certificate. Must be 17 years of age at the time of appointment but not over the age of 21. Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's license, with a "Class D" qualification. Must have a cumulative High School grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent. Must be enrolled a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester at an accredited college or university upon appointment as a Fire Apprentice.
Supplemental Information
MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed in a normal office environment relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. *Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
