Okla City Fire Dept. Career Day

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OKLAHOMA CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT

CAREER DAY

The Oklahoma City Fire Department will be hosting a Career Day (minorities are encouraged to attend) on November 5, 2005, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., at Fire Station 1, 820 N.W. 5th. Come see the career opportunities the Fire Department has to offer.

Requirements for the position of Fire Recruit are as follows:

· Between the ages 18 and 44

· Valid driver license

· A U.S. Citizen, or have legal right to work in the U.S.

· High School Diploma, G.E.D., or Equivalent.

· Hiring preference may be given to applicants who possess their Oklahoma or National Registry Paramedic License.

· Honorably Discharged veterans will receive a 5-point advantage at the first part of the testing phase.

The Fire Recruit testing process consisting of a written examination, physical ability test, psychological and personal interview, a background investigation related to a candidate’s suitability for the Fire Service, and a medical evaluation.

COME JOIN US ON NOVEMBER 5, 2005

820 N.W. 5TH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Oklahoma City Fire Department Vision Statement:

To Provide Excellence Through a Unified Fire Department That is Consistent, Accountable, Loyal and Safe

CAREER DAY ACTIVITIES

See first hand the daily activities of a firefighter on duty



Hazardous Materials Unit will be on display



Rescue 8 Unit will be on display



Fire Engines and Air Supply Unit on display



Continuous showing of a video detailing recruit class, and all other aspects of the fire department



Tours of Fire Station 1 and the Dispatch Center



Talk one-on-one with firefighters about their chosen career. Your questions will be answered by someone who lives the life of a firefighter.