The City of Livonia is taking applications to establish an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.  Applications for this examination must be received at the office of the Civil Service Department, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia, MI 48154, no later than 5:00 p.m, Monday, February 27, 2012, in order to be accepted

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U.S. Fire Administration Announces 2011 On-Duty Firefighter Fatalities

EMMITSBURG, MD — The United States Fire Administration (USFA) announced today there were 81 on-duty firefighter fatalities in the United States as a result of incidents that occurred in 2011. This represents an almost seven percent decrease from the 87 fatalities reported for 2010. The 81 fatalities occurred in 33 states, one U.S. territory, and one overseas U.S. military facility. Texas experienced the highest number of fatalities (seven). North Carolina experienced six firefighter deaths and was the only other state with five or more firefighter fatalities.

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Brighton Area Fire Authority Taking Applications for Deputy Chief

December 15, 2011

Deputy Fire Chief  Brighton Area Fire Authority The Brighton Area Fire Authority, a combination department, proudly serving the residents of Genoa Township, City of Brighton, and Brighton Township, is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Fire Chief. The Authority currently has 8 full-time employees, 74 paid-on-call personnel and an annual operating [...]

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Joey DiBernardo, A True Hero

November 27, 2011

This is a post from the Secret List from Billy G and Firefighter Close Calls, we felt the need to spread the word, and ask you do the same! We did not want today and tomorrow to pass without ALL of you knowing a bit about Joey DiBernardo. * Joey is the FDNY Lieutenant who [...]

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AUXILIARY FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

November 26, 2011

The Charter Township of Redford Police and Fire Civil Service Commission are accepting applications for the position of auxiliary FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC. Auxiliary firefighters will be scheduled in advance to work 24 hour shifts and shorter shifts as staffing needs dictate. Should the need arise to hire full-time firefighters, consideration may be given to active auxiliary firefighters. [...]

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City of Midland looking for a Fire Executive

November 25, 2011

The City of Midland, MI (41,860 population) a full-service municipality in mid-Michigan seeks broadly-experienced Fire Executive to lead 46 career personnel, 3 station, $7M budget Department in service to a vibrant, growing community with significant multi-university, business/commercial, public buildings and residential exposure. There is specific exposure, as the home of The Dow Chemical Company and [...]

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Fire Chief 101 Course

November 25, 2011

The Strategy and Tactics of Administration Through interactive modules attendees will learn from, and share in the experiences of many Fire Chiefs. Some of the topics covered in this lecture/discussion format include; Purchasing, Budgeting, Planning, SOPs, Fire Organizations, Insurance/I.S.O., Laws/Liability, Leadership, Ethics, Media, MIOSHA., Mutual Aid, Personnel, Reporting, and Training. “Fire Chief 101” is a [...]

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Machine Rescue Course

November 25, 2011

MSU Machine Rescue Operations This 24-hour program provides instruction on the rescue of employees from conveyors, lift tables, gear drives, and other simple machinery. Workshops include hands-on practice related to disassembly, cutting, and lifting/spreading. It addresses the capabilities listed in NFPA 1670 for a Operations Level Machine Rescue Team. Key Points EMS considerations, Types of [...]

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FireFighter/Medic Brownstown Township

November 25, 2011

The Township of Brownstown is seeking qualified applicants for the creation of an eligibility list for the position of Full time Firefighter/Medic. Applicants must be 18 years or older High School Graduate or equivalent Possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License with excellent driving record. Must present at time of application the following pieces of documentation: [...]

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