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YOU MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU DO NOT POSSESS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING OR ARE MISSING ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Firefighter I or Firefighter II certification
- Current National Registry or State of Michigan EMT license
- Current National Registry or State of Michigan Paramedic license
AS A FIRE TRAINEE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT TO THE APPROPRIATE CLASSIFICATION OF FIREFIGHTER/ FIREFIGHTER EMT/ FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION FROM THE 2025 CITY OF LANSING FIRE ACADEMY
Post - Academy Pay Rates:
Firefighter Trainee Salary
$41,600.00 while attending the LFD Fire Academy
Firefighter EMT or Firefighter Paramedic w/ FF I and II Salary
$56,285.42/yr. - $83,312.11/yr. upon successful completion of the LFD Fire Academy and clearance to ride the ambulance as a fully-certified EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or Paramedic
The City of Lansing is seeking eligible candidates to HIRE as Firefighter Trainee candidates. These individuals take pride in providing Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical assistance to residents. We desire individuals who are passionate and ready to serve the community by protecting life and property while performing advanced emergency aid and conducting firefighting and lifesaving missions, as well as maintaining fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. If your interest is to dedicate your expertise in this capacity, this may be a good fit and a rewarding opportunity for you!
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Responds to fire alarms with a fire company, performs search and rescue, enters burning buildings with hose lines, operates nozzles, and plays a stream of water on fire as directed.
- Operates hand fire extinguishers, chemical hose, fog nozzles, and similar equipment in extinguishing fire. Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders and ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases.
- Assists in pre-fire planning of all types of buildings for fire hazards and locations of exits and fire protection devices; assist in preparation of records of inspections; notes and reports other types of inspections; carries on continuous fire prevention activities.
- Rides fire apparatus to emergency alarms and other assignments
- Drives the ambulance to emergency alarms and other assignments.
- Performs the skills required for EMS services at the scene of accidents and medical emergencies
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older to apply.
- A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Qualified and selected candidates must successfully participate in all hiring phases and attend and complete the full cycle of the Fire Training Academy.
- Must be able to obtain State of Michigan Firefighter I and II certificates AND EMS license upon completion of the City of Lansing Fire Academy.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record as defined by the Michigan Department of State and City of Lansing driving records standards at the time of employment.
- Must pass a criminal history records check with no pending charges or have been convicted of any felony charges.
- Honorably discharged USA Armed Forces Veteran must attach a copy of DD-214 when applying.
- Legally able to work in the United States
- Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must participate in a pre-employment psychological evaluation.
- Meet the physical standards as determined by the City's Medical Doctor.
*** ALL FIREFIGHTER TRAINEES HIRED IN THIS SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN A PARAMEDIC LICENSE
AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT ***.
Application Special Instructions
Candidates who meet the posted minimum requirements should expect to participate in various phases of the selection process which will include:
- Option to select Online OR In-Person Assessment Exam
- LFD Mandatory PAT (physical ability testing)
- Interview Process
- Psychological Assessment
- City of Lansing Pre-Employment Physical/Drug Screen
- Criminal History Background and Reference Checks
The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a standard assessment for measuring an individual's ability to handle the physical demands of being a Firefighter. A copy of individual's previous CPAT results may accompany your City of Lansing application in order to waive the City of Lansing Fire Department (PAT) Physical Ability Test requirement. THE CPAT MAY BE WAIVED IF YOUR CURRENT CPAT SCORE IS WITHIN SIX (6) MONTHS OF THE LFD MANDATORY CPAT DATE. VERIFICATION OF YOUR PREVIOUS CPAT SCORE MUST BE PROVIDED TWO (2) WEEKS PRIOR TO THE CPAT DATE. IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE A CURRENT CPAT RESULT, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LFD MANDATORY CPAT SESSION.
All other Firefighter Trainee candidates must participate and successfully complete the City of Lansing Fire Department Mandatory PAT (Physical Ability Test) as part of the selection process for this position.
Please click on the link below to view the required LFD mandatory PAT evolutions you are required to complete during the LFD Mandatory PAT testing phase:
PAT Evolutions
Refer to the LFD Pre-Conditioning Handbook below for tips and information to aid you in your ability to successfully complete the LFD Practice and Mandatory PAT test:
In addition to your cover letter/resume, include OFFICIAL college transcripts/certifications/degrees. Also, complete and upload the following forms along with your City of Lansing application:
- Background Authorization Form
- LFD FCRA Disclosure Form
NOTE:
If unable to upload to the application, documents and/or OFFICIAL college transcripts may be submitted by email to [email protected] or [email protected]. Official college transcripts may be mailed directly from the College to the City of Lansing Department of Human Resources, 8th floor, 124 W. Michigan Ave., Lansing, Michigan 48933, Attn: Regina Wilson. Electronic transcripts may be emailed to [email protected].
Copies of screenshots and unofficial college transcripts are not acceptable.
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See link below for our Anti-Religious Discrimination and Religious Accommodation Policy :
Anti-Religious Discrimination and Religious Accommodation in Employment Policy (Download PDF reader)
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The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.
The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at (517) 483-4004. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
The City of Lansing is a an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its policies or practices on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, height, weight, or disability of any individual.
HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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