Fire Fighter

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCESS FIREFIGHTER All persons interested in employment with the City of Gautier must have a current application on file with the Office of Human Resources and shall remain on file for one (1) year. It is your responsibility to keep your application up to date with your most recent address, phone number, or employment information. Instructions: Please type or legibly print your application in blue or black ink only. List the position to which you are applying for. • Complete and sign all sections on your application. It is imperative that you take your time and fill in the application completely; and attain and submit all required documents. An incomplete application WILL NOT be processed. Employment applications and specified documents must be returned to the Office of Human Resources between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, to: City of Gautier Attn: Office of Human Resources 3330 HWY 90 Gautier, MS 39553 Phone: (228) 497-8000 Email: hr@gautier-ms.gov Applicants MUST meet the following Qualifications: Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. All applicants must provide proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. (Attach to application) Be eligible to work in the United States. • Applicants seeking employment as a firefighter must meet the age requirements indicated in the vacancy announcement at the time his/her application is submitted for review. (19 years of age) Perform and successfully complete the physical agility test. (An agility waiver must be on file prior to agility test date.) • If the agility test is successfully completed; eligible applicants will be required to take the written exam. An elector of the county in which he/she resides, if registered outside of State of Mississippi; proof of registration is required. (attach to application) Valid Driver's License (driver's license number must be listed on application) Required documents MUST be submitted with application including all ONLINE Applications. LATERAL TRANSFERS: Applicant MUST provide proof of high school diploma or GED equivalent (transcripts are acceptable) and all certification and training documents with application to determine eligibility as a lateral hire. UNCERTIFIED APPLICANTS: Applicant MUST submit proof of High School diploma or GED equivalent (transcripts are acceptable). If you need to register to vote; update your voter information; or have recently moved to Mississippi, you must complete a voter registration form at City Hall and have a copy sent to HR. If you are registered and reside outside the State of Mississippi, please provide proof of your voter registration with your application. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTS: October 14, 2026 by 5:00 PM The City of Gautier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran or handicapped status. The City of Gautier will attempt to meet any reasonable request for accommodation in the hiring process in accordance with Title II of the ADA. Post Date: September 16, 2026 Removal Date: October 14, 2026 ILSSISSTES CITY OF GAUTIER VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION: Firefighters DEPARTMENT: Fire Department HOURS: 24 Hour Rotating Shift PAY GRADE: (Grade 10) $36,504.00 - $51,376.00,703.36 Annual Salary DUTIES: This is skilled public safety work involving the protection of life and property through firefighting. Work involves an element of danger and incumbent must be able to exercise independent discretion in emergencies. Firefighting duties include: training and participation in the operation of department apparatus and the performance of hazardous duties under emergency conditions; combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; and routine maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and quarters. Work may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke, fire, heat, and cramped surroundings. Work is normally performed under close supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision is received from superior officers who review work methods and results for adherence to standards through accomplishments, personal inspection, review of written reports covering activities, and discussion. CIVIL SERVICE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Individual must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent; be eligible to work in the United States; an elector of the county in which he/she resides; have and maintain a valid driver's license; and MUST be insurable by the City's insurance company. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicant MUST provide proof of High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or a valid copy of his/her transcript to verify course work. If applicant is an elector of a county outside of the State of Mississippi; proof of voter registration is required. Agility waiver MUST be submitted with application; agility waivers will not be accepted on the day of the agility test. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from a high school or acceptable equivalent. MINIMUM SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Must be 19 years of age. 2. Must complete minimum standards course Firefighters 1001-I-II during one (1) year probationary period. However, probationary period will continue until satisfactory completion of state minimum standards course is complete. (Job description with minimum requirements attached.) INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please sign up at Gautier City Hall. An updated resume and a physical agility test release form must be submitted to HR prior to position close date. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Apply at Gautier City Hall, 3330 Highway 90, Gautier, MS 39553 or visit us online at www.gautier-ms.gov for instructions on how to apply. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The City of Gautier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, veteran or handicapped status. The City of Gautier will attempt to meet any reasonable request for accommodation in the hiring process in accordance with Title II of the ADA. City of Gautier Screening Schedule FIREFIGHTER Advertise ........ Post ......... Cut-Off Date Agility Test ...... • September 16, 2026 - October 14, 2026 .....•. September 16, 2026 .... October 14, 2026 October 17, 2026 at Central Fire Station 2502 College Circle Gautier, MS 39553 8:00 a.m. Qualified applicants passing the Agility Test will be scheduled for the Written Examination. Applicants will be informed of their passing or failing upon completing the agility test. Eligibility List Compiled October 19, 2026 Written Examination ......... .. October 29, 2026 City of Gautier Police Department Courtroom 3329 HWY 90 Gautier, MS 39553 6:00 p.m. Test Scores .. • November 3, 2026 Written notification of score will be mailed; applicants may call (228) 497-8000 after 2:00 pm for Test Scores CSC Receives Master Register .November 12, 2026 Interviews .............. TBA FIREFIGHTER Department: Reports To: Exempt (Y/N): Fire Department Shif Captain and Battalion Chief Pay Grade: 10 Competitive (Y/N): Y SUMMARY: This is skilled public safety work involving the protection of life and property through firefighting. Work involves an element of danger and incumbent must be able to exercise independent discretion in emergencies. Firefighting duties include: training and participation in the operation of department apparatus and the performance of hazardous duties under emergency conditions; combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; and routine maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and quarters. Work may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke, fire, heat, and Work is normally performed under close supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision is received from superior officers who review work methods and results for adherence to standards through accomplishments, personal inspection, review of written reports covering activities, and discussion. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position of this class may not include all duties listed, nor do listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.) • Initial work involves learning the job by attending extensive and in-depth training on the following areas: • Rules and Regulations • Fire Department Apparatus / Hose Lays • Fire Chemistry / Ladder Raises • Fire Service Hydraulics Rescue & Protective Breathing • First Aid • Ventilation • Salvage & Overhaul • Forcible Entry • Portable Fire Extinguisher • Rope Slides, Knot Tying / Fire Prevention / Physical Training / Basic Tools & Their Use • Responds to fire alarms with a company; lays and connects hose; holds nozzles and directs water streams; climbs ladders; uses chemical fire extinguisher, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment. Participates in fire drills; and studies assigned materials relating to firefighting, fire prevention, and EMS. • Ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by chopping holes in roofs and floors. • Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons; performs salvage operations such as sweeping water, and removing debris. • Inspects buildings and premises for familiarization; checks for fire hazards. May drive and operate motor driven equipment under special instructions and limited conditions on relief basis. • Performs other duties as determined by the Shift Lieutenant or Captain. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.) • Knowledge of English, spelling, and math. • Knowledge of occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions required for safe performance of the job. Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; to determine proper course of action in various dangerous situations, and use sound judgment in handling them. OF GAD FIREFIGHTER • Ability to read and write. • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public. • Ability and physical strength to do prolonged and arduous work. • Ability to climb ladders and work at considerable heights. • Ability to bend and crawl in cramped area. • Ability to lift, carry, push or pull heavy loads. • Ability to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned. • Must maintain a valid vehicle operator's license. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory duties. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in office, vehicles, and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and loud at an emergency scene. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the necessary functions. This position requires the use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk, hear, taste, and/or smell; lift and move up to 100 pounds; is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms; and is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a high school or acceptable equivalent. MINIMUM SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must complete minimum standards course Firefighters 1001-I-II during one (1) year probationary period. However, probationary period will continue until satisfactory completion of state minimum standards course is complete. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, and other standard firefighting equipment, ladders, first aid equipment, radio, cell phone, and personal computer. CIVIL SERVICE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Rule 4, Section 4.2) For minimum qualifications established by the Mississippi Code, see Section 21-31-15. CITY OF GAUTIER Fire Department PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST MINIMUM PHYSICAL AGILITY REQUIREMENTS 1. The candidate shall run/walk 1.5 miles within 13 minutes or less. 2. The candidate shall perform 35 bent-knee sit-ups within 2 minutes or less. 3. The candidate shall perform 25 push-ups within 2 minutes or less or; a. Shall perform 7 palms away pull-ups within 1 minute or less or; b. Shall perform a 9 second palms away flex arm hang at 90 degrees. 4. The candidate shall perform the modified sit and reach test accomplishing a score of 11 inches or greater. 5. The candidate shall move a 165 lb. rescue mannequin (or weights ) 100 feet in less than 1 minute and 30 seconds.