Qualifications

These requirements are subject to change.  Please refer to the current job announcement.


Full-time Firefighter EMT / Paramedic

Entry Requirement Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions in English.
  • Ability to write in English with a minimum number of spelling and grammatical errors.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and function as a team member.

Required Special Qualifications

  • Shall possess Iowa Fire Fighter I, II and Hazardous Material Operations Level certification or equivalent.
  • Shall possess or obtain ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 within 18 months of hire.
  • Shall possess and maintain a State of Iowa emergency Medical Services certification.
  • Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa and be insurable to operate city vehicles and equipment.
  • Must be able to perform functions as detailed in the Firefighting and EMS General Description of Duties document.
  • Must be able to pass a physical ability test.
  • Must be able to pass the physical exam per the requirements of the Iowa Municipal Fire and Police and Retirement System for FT personnel.

Part-time Firefighter EMT / Paramedic

Entry Requirement Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions in English.
  • Ability to write in English with a minimum number of spelling and grammatical errors.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and function as a team member.

Required Special Qualifications

  • Shall possess or obtain Iowa Fire Fighter I, II and Hazardous Material Operations Level certification or equivalent within 18 months of hire.
  • Shall possess or obtain ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 within 18 months of hire.
  • Shall possess and maintain a State of Iowa Emergency Medical Services certification.
  • Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa and be insurable to operate city vehicles and equipment.
  • Must be able to perform functions as detailed in the Firefighting and EMS General Description of Duties document.
  • Must be able to pass a physical ability test.
  • Must be able to pass the physical exam per the City of Ankeny requirements for PT personnel.