CLOSING DATE: 11/12/16 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

The City of Champaign is accepting applications to test for the position of Probationary Firefighter.

TO APPLY: Visit https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.

Please see the Testing Information Packet for details and complete instructions on how to apply for this testing process. Information on the written exam is available HERE and applicants can download the Candidate Study Guide HERE.

APPLICATIONS AND WRITTEN EXAMINATION:
• Deadline: Saturday, November 12, 2016
• Online Applications and details are available at https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.

FIREFIGHTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• $50 non-refundable application fee*; candidates who complete the written examination will receive an automatic $25.00 refund of the application fee;
• U.S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States (must meet I-9 requirements);
• Valid Driver’s License;
• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Be less than 35 years of age by the date of the written examination, unless otherwise exempt by state statute and at least 21 years of age by date of hire;
• Provide proof of completion of Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Ladder Climb Test with any licensed agency issued no more than 12 months prior to the written exam date. CPAT and Ladder Climb certification must also be valid at the time of conditional offer of employment;
• No felony convictions; no misdemeanors related to fire/arson;

*Candidates experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to receive an application fee waiver. See online application at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com for details.

Interested individuals are encouraged to attend an optional Recruitment Information Meeting on Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 10:00 am – noon at Fire Station One, 307 S Randolph St, Champaign.

OTHER INFORMATION

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process.

The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, the Illinois WorkNet Center and the City of Champaign City Building.
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These values guide our work:

Personal Integrity
We act in the best interests of the City
We behave in an ethical and legal manner
We are open and honest
We follow through on commitments
We are loyal to the City

Responsibility
We anticipate issues, problems, and opportunities
We take initiative
We act to prevent and solve problems
We take responsibility for the outcome of our actions and decisions
We hold ourselves and others accountable

Respect
We treat others in a fair, courteous, and equitable manner
We actively listen and seek understanding
We provide a direct response
We embrace ethnic and cultural diversity in the community and our workplace
We are positive and cooperative
We are willing to apologize

Teamwork
We know and respect our roles and responsibilities
We ask who needs to be involved and we involve others appropriately
We define and agree upon the goals
We collaborate to achieve organizational goals
We help others accomplish their goals
We share authority, responsibility, and credit

Results
We take pride in our work
We complete assignments and projects on time and within budget
We evaluate outcomes and seek feedback on our performance
We learn from our mistakes
We innovate