NOTE: Highly preferred - Currently enrolled in or graduated from the NFA's Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP). A physical exam that meets National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards will be required for those who are not currently employed with the Milwaukee County Fire Department.
Certifications:
- Airport Firefighter (NFPA 1003) or equivalent
- Fire Officer II (IFSAC/ProBoard or equivalent
- Fire Instructor II (IFSAC/ProBoard or equivalent
- Hazmat Operations
- ICS: 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 or equivalents.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of all related computer and software applications such Microsoft Office as well as Web based applications for tracking response data. Skilled at internal and frequent external communication; gathering information, answering queries, and building strong working relationships. A good command of public speaking and information sharing. Read, analyze, and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, procedural manuals, business manuals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Draft routine reports. Regularly make decisions of responsibility, involving evaluation of information. Decisions may require development or application of alternatives or precedents. Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
Note: This Original Examination is open to all qualified candidates of the United States. In accordance Section 11, Rule 3 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of criteria deemed appropriate by the Director of Human Resources to rank applicants on the eligible list for this position.
Note: Finalists will be required to prepare a “First 100 days” plan review as part of their application process. Milwaukee County offers a comprehensive blend of benefits designed to make your life better both inside and outside of the workplace. Milwaukee County conducts job related criminal background checks and pre-employment screenings
Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
Effective October 1, 2021, Milwaukee County will require all employees to have completed COVID-19 vaccinations and provide proof of vaccination or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request. All persons offered a position will be required to provide proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination at time of hire or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request and been approved for an accommodation prior to hire
