JOB SUMMARY:  This position is an entry level position with the sole focus of obtaining the necessary education to meet the minimum qualifications of Firefighter. 

MAJOR DUTIES: Firefighter Cadets are responsible for performing tasks assigned to them through written policies and guidelines, or verbal orders and directions. These tasks enable the candidate to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities to move up to the position of Firefighter/EMT.  The primary focus and duty of the Cadet is to:

• Study, develop, practice and master the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Missouri FF I and II certification or IFSAC equivalent.
• Study, develop, practice and master the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Missouri EMT-B certification.  
• Study, develop, practice and master the knowledge and skills laid forth in the department probationary firefighter task book.
• Performs at or above standards established by the department.
• Adheres to policies and procedures; helps to ensure that problems that arise are handled in a direct, timely, and professional manner.
• Helps maintain a level of cooperation, coordination, and communication with chief officers, captains, firefighters and each other to ensure the most effective, efficient, safe, and professional delivery of services to the community as possible.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Ability to develop knowledge of city streets and principal buildings.
• Ability to develop knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment used in the suppression of fire and the in the delivery of emergency medical and rescue services.
• Ability to obtain knowledge and skill in the operation of fire equipment and in the delivery of emergency medical services.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School graduation or equivalency is required. 
• Must possess Missouri Emergency Medical Technician – Basic license, within one year from date of employment.  (Firefighter Cadet’s must possess either the EMT-B or FF I&II certification prior to employment)
• Must be certified “Firefighter I and II” (Missouri/NFPA Standard #1001) within one year of date of employment. (Firefighter Cadet’s must possess either the EMT-B or FF I&II certification prior to employment)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree or higher in a related field.
• Hold one or more certifications from the department’s List of Additional Certifications.

Before final appointment, successful applicant will be required to successfully complete a drug test, background investigation, and pre-employment physical. The City of Cape Girardeau reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to the status of their application for employment. EOE/ADA/M/F/V