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SMFR uniformed Firefighters protect lives and property through their involvement in firefighting, emergency medical care, fire prevention, disaster response, community service and public education. SMFR has seventeen fire stations that are staffed 24/7 with three shifts working rotating 48-96 shift schedule. In 2015, there were 16,762 District calls for service; approximately 61% of them were medical in nature.
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Please direct all questions or communication to HR at employment@southmetro.org .Communication will be done only through email.
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Hiring Process Overview
(See Open Job Posting for Deadlines)Step #1 Intent to Test
Submit your Intent to Test for the Paramedic/Firefighter hiring process by the deadline stated in the job positing at:
Intent to Test with South Metro Fire Rescue
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Step #2 FIRE TEAM TEST
Candidates are required to take the FireTEAM test. You can take the FireTEAM test at a number of different testing centers across the United States on various dates. In order to take the FireTEAM test you must visit their website, identify a testing center near you and register to take the test. Space is limited so please don’t delay and register ASAP at: National Testing Network FireTEAM
Step #3 CPAT
Candidates are required to have a CPAT certificate. If you do not have a valid CPAT certificate you will need to obtain one by application Deadline
see AIMS CPAT for details.
APPLICATION
Based off of the FireTEAM scores, a limited number of candidates will be invited to submit an application
ORAL BOARD
After Applications are submitted, a limited number of candidates will be invited back for the Oral Board Process.
Minimum Qualifications
Entry Level Firefighter
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
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Must be 21 years of age or older
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Valid CPAT certificate through at least the application deadline
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Current Colorado EMT-B or National Registry Certificates accepted at time of application; however, National Registry certificate holders must obtain Colorado State Certifications by date of hire
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CPR Certified for the Professional Rescuer at time of application
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Possess or be able to obtain a Colorado State driver’s license by date of hire
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Possess a good driving history and be insurable by the District’s insurance provider
- Completed heptivac series or on schedule with the shot series or provide recent titer test results
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Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, criminal history review, physical, fitness/wellness assessment, medical evaluation, drug screen and psychological exam.
Test Components
FireTEAM Test Completed with National Testing Network
- A video based test consisting of 4 different components: Human Relations, Math, Mechanical, and Reading. Applicants will watch a video clip and respond to a series of related questions for the Human Relations, Math, and Mechanical components of the test. The Reading component of the test requires applicants read various texts and answer related questions.
- See Ergometrics FireTeam Video Practice Test for additional details and to take the practice test.
- To take the FireTEAM test, determine the testing center near you and register at: National Testing Network FireTEAM
- There is a $50 fee to take the FireTEAM test that will be at the candidate’s expense. For information on the testing process with NTN visit: FireTEAM Testing Process
- For frequently asked questions regarding the FireTEAM test and/or the National Testing Network (NTN) that administers the exam, please visit: FireTEAM FAQs
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
- Consists of eight separate events that require you to progress along a predetermined path from event to event in a continued manner. This test is physically demanding and requires that the candidate be physically fit to be able to perform essential job tasks and be successful.
- Visit CPAT with Aims Community College for additional details and resources including a Candidate Preparation Guide, a Candidate Orientation Guide, a CPAT Orientation Video and much more.
Entry Level Firefighter |
Paramedic/Firefighter |
EMT-B Written Exam |
Paramedic Written Exam |
| Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the written exam following the application screening process. Additional details will be provided upon invitation to test. |
Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the written exam following the application screening process. The exam consists of approximately 50 multiple choice, true/false and fill in the blanks. The questions are produced from a test bank based on the Paramedic National Registry Curriculum. Candidates will also be required to provide a diagnosis on three 12 lead EKGS. |
| EMT- B Practical Exam | Paramedic Practical Exam |
| Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the practical exam following the application screening process. The exam will consist of four different assessment stations where candidates will be evaluated by SMFR Paramedic/Firefighter and outside Medical Professionals. Additional Details are provided upon invitation to test. |
Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the practical exam following the application screening process. The exam will consist of four different assessment stations where candidates will be evaluated by SMFR Paramedic/Firefighters and outside Medical Professionals. There will be some downtime in between stations, in which the candidates will be required to write a short essay. The four stations consist of a medical scenario; technical knowledge assessment, rapid fire questions and an essay follow up. The practical is a combination of written and hands-on assessments. |
Entry Level Firefighter |
Paramedic/Firefighter |
EMT-B Written Exam |
Paramedic Written Exam |
| Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the written exam following the application screening process. Additional details will be provided upon invitation to test. |
Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the written exam following the application screening process. The exam consists of approximately 50 multiple choice, true/false and fill in the blanks. The questions are produced from a test bank based on the Paramedic National Registry Curriculum. Candidates will also be required to provide a diagnosis on three 12 lead EKGS. |
| EMT- B Practical Exam | Paramedic Practical Exam |
| Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the practical exam following the application screening process. The exam will consist of four different assessment stations where candidates will be evaluated by SMFR Paramedic/Firefighter and outside Medical Professionals. Additional Details are provided upon invitation to test. |
Only a limited number of candidates will be invited to participate in the practical exam following the application screening process. The exam will consist of four different assessment stations where candidates will be evaluated by SMFR Paramedic/Firefighters and outside Medical Professionals. There will be some downtime in between stations, in which the candidates will be required to write a short essay. The four stations consist of a medical scenario; technical knowledge assessment, rapid fire questions and an essay follow up. The practical is a combination of written and hands-on assessments. |
Benefits
SMFR offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Colonial Supplemental
- Legal Shield
- And More