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Career Firefighter
Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA
Bensalem Township Fire Rescue, Department of Public Safety is seeking applicants for the position of Firefighter/EMT. This is a fulltime assignment that requires occasional overtime. The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, fire/rescue services, providing emergency medical care, operating fire apparatus, conducting fire inspections, fire prevention activities and community outreach programs.
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, minimum of 21 years age, high school diploma or equivalency, possess a valid PA driver’s license, and township residency required.
Candidates must possess valid certifications in Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Materials Operations Level, PA EMT, Pump Operations I, Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVOC/EVDT), ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
Fire Inspector 1, PA UCC Fire Inspector Certification and Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician are preferred, but must be obtained prior to completion of probationary period.
An eligibility list will be compiled from resumes, job performance assessment and oral interviews, a limited number of eligible candidates shall be offered the position contingent upon a medical exam, psychological evaluation, polygraph and background investigation.
Applications can be downloaded HERE, and are also available Monday – Friday 8:00 am / 4:00 pm at Bensalem Township Fire Rescue 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA Applications should be submitted along with a resume to Bensalem Township Fire Rescue Attn: Battalion Chief Robert Sponheimer by Friday, April 26, 2019. EOE, DRUG SCREEN, ADA
Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA
Bensalem Township Fire Rescue, Department of Public Safety is seeking applicants for the position of Firefighter/EMT. This is a fulltime assignment that requires occasional overtime. The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, fire/rescue services, providing emergency medical care, operating fire apparatus, conducting fire inspections, fire prevention activities and community outreach programs.
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, minimum of 21 years age, high school diploma or equivalency, possess a valid PA driver’s license, and township residency required.
Candidates must possess valid certifications in Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Materials Operations Level, PA EMT, Pump Operations I, Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVOC/EVDT), ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
Fire Inspector 1, PA UCC Fire Inspector Certification and Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician are preferred, but must be obtained prior to completion of probationary period.
An eligibility list will be compiled from resumes, job performance assessment and oral interviews, a limited number of eligible candidates shall be offered the position contingent upon a medical exam, psychological evaluation, polygraph and background investigation.
Applications can be downloaded HERE, and are also available Monday – Friday 8:00 am / 4:00 pm at Bensalem Township Fire Rescue 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA Applications should be submitted along with a resume to Bensalem Township Fire Rescue Attn: Battalion Chief Robert Sponheimer by Friday, April 26, 2019. EOE, DRUG SCREEN, ADA
Director of Public Works
Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA
Bensalem Township, Bucks County PA, a progressive and stable community is currently seeking a dynamic candidate for the position of Director of Public Works. The full-time position reports directly to the Mayor. Applicant should have six (6) years increasingly responsible experience in public works management or related field and ten (10) years overall experience managing projects and crews in the public or private sector. The position oversees staff and contractors on a daily basis managing road and infrastructure improvements, storm water and inlet repairs, salting, plowing and snow removal and Township fleet maintenance. Director is responsible for developing and administering the department budget. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration is required; a degree in civil engineering is desired but not mandatory. Salary to be based on experience/qualifications. Send cover letter, resume, and salary history/expectation with all included in only one attachment to wcmorey@bensalempa.gov, Deadline is noon on February 8, 2019. A job description for the position is available HERE EOE
Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA
Bensalem Township, Bucks County PA, a progressive and stable community is currently seeking a dynamic candidate for the position of Director of Public Works. The full-time position reports directly to the Mayor. Applicant should have six (6) years increasingly responsible experience in public works management or related field and ten (10) years overall experience managing projects and crews in the public or private sector. The position oversees staff and contractors on a daily basis managing road and infrastructure improvements, storm water and inlet repairs, salting, plowing and snow removal and Township fleet maintenance. Director is responsible for developing and administering the department budget. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration is required; a degree in civil engineering is desired but not mandatory. Salary to be based on experience/qualifications. Send cover letter, resume, and salary history/expectation with all included in only one attachment to wcmorey@bensalempa.gov, Deadline is noon on February 8, 2019. A job description for the position is available HERE EOE
How to Apply
Please follow instructions indicated on the job announcement,as posted. For the most part the requirements will be a completed application, resume, background checks, credit checks and authorization to obtain information from prior employers or educational institutions.
Bensalem Township is an equal opportunity employer. Several labor unions are represented and certain requirements must be followed by law. When employment opportunities are available, they will be listed in this section of our site with the job description, job requirements etc.
Please follow instructions indicated on the job announcement,as posted. For the most part the requirements will be a completed application, resume, background checks, credit checks and authorization to obtain information from prior employers or educational institutions.
Bensalem Township is an equal opportunity employer. Several labor unions are represented and certain requirements must be followed by law. When employment opportunities are available, they will be listed in this section of our site with the job description, job requirements etc.