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Bi-weekly updates on the upcoming Firefighter/EMT hiring process.
Spotlight features different staff from the Fire Department in each newsletter.
"I get to go to work and make a difference in peoples' lives."
Jamie | Firefighter/EMT | 5 Years of Service
What knowledge and skills do you need to be
successful as a Firefighter?
In addition to getting your EMT certification, it boils down to your willingness to serve because this career can be very demanding. You can be in various environments, it could be during the middle of the night and outside could be hot or cold. You don’t know what the situation is going to call for and what’s going to be asked of you. You have to be willing and have the right attitude to do what it takes to best serve the community.
You also need to have the hunger
to learn. The field is always changing and you can never know everything about
every possible scenario. By having a willingness to learn more about the fire
service and the emergency services you can prepare yourself for any
circumstances. No situations are the same and you never know what you’re going to
encounter at the scene.
What did you do before your current position?
Right after college, I went into real estate and then got into the fire service. It just goes to show you don’t always need to have the background or experience. As long as you pass the requirements, have your certificate and the right attitude you can do it.
What do you love and/or enjoy about your job and working for the City of Saint Paul?
I like my job because I grew up in Saint Paul. I have a lot of family and friends in Saint Paul. To be able to live and serve the community where I have a lot of roots is very fulfilling.
Secondly, I like that no two days are alike because that’s what keeps me engaged. We work 24 hour shifts, which can go by very quickly. There’s always something to do and always something new. You come in contact with new people and lots of different stimulus to engage in your mind and career.
Being a Firefighter/EMT gives a lot of purpose to my day and my job. To be able to help people when they’re at their greatest need and knowing they’re counting on us to do our best is very fulfilling.
This program will host workout sessions lead by Saint Paul Firefighters and our partnered gyms at various locations throughout the City. This is a great way to familiarize yourself with our Firefighters, prepare for the upcoming physical performance test, and stay engaged! Information on the date and times can be found in the upcoming Firefighter Newsletters, so stay tuned for more!
Click here to see a video of the Firefighter Physical Performance Test: Video Link.
Upcoming sessions will be held on:
March 28, 2018 | 7:00 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.
The Athlete Lab
3225 Country Dr, Little Canada, MN 55117
*This is a free session, but space is limited so sign up! Register Here.
April 14, 2018 | 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
North Dale Recreation Center
1414 St Albans St N, Saint Paul, MN 55117
*There is no registration for this session, just let us know if you plan to attend on our Facebook Event Page.
Want to know what it takes to be a female Saint Paul Firefighter/EMT? This will be a hands on event for you to get to know our Fire Department staff, experience what it takes to be a Firefighter/EMT and learn more about our hiring process. The event will be held rain or shine, so come in weather appropriate, athletic gear ready to get your hands on some Firefighting/EMS equipment and to have fun!
Saturday March 24, 2018
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Saint Paul Fire Training Tower
1683 Energy Park Drive Saint Paul, MN 55108
Don't forget to share this great opportunity with your friends and family!
To Register: www.spfdwomenexpo2018.eventbrite.com
*If there is a high demand in attendance, we may contact you with an updated start time.*
The Saint Paul Fire Department invites you to join us at our first Firefighter/EMT Career Information Session for People of Color. The goal of this event is to educate and empower communities of color on how to start their Firefighter/EMT career with the Saint Paul Fire Department. At this event, you will review the Firefighter/EMT Exam process, hear from Saint Paul Firefighters/EMT of Color, and get an introduction to the testing equipment!
Rondo Community Library - Multipurpose Room
461 Dales St N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Thursday March 29, 2018
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
There is no registration for this session, just let us know you plan to attend on our Facebook Event Page.
You've signed up for the newsletters and attended a few of the Fitness & Engagement Sessions but do you know where and how to apply? Make sure you attend at least one Career Information Session! The Career Information Sessions are optional but we strongly encourage you all to attend. We will have a Firefighter/EMT panel, review the hiring process, and give out information on resources to help you through the application process!
Washington Magnet School – Great Hall
1495 Rice Street, Saint Paul, MN 55117
April 7, 2018, Saturday
10 am – 12 pm
The Wellstone Center – Auditorium
179 Robie Street E, Saint Paul, MN 55107
April 16, 2018, Monday
6 pm – 8 pm
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