The City of Lewisville is hiring for the position of Certified Firefighter/EMT (Paramedic Preferred). The annual Salary as posted in the job vacancy is $44,984 and the closing date is December 1st, 2005.

The announcement number for the vacancy is FY0506-06 and the Lewisville Job Line phone number is (972) 219-5000 Code 1346

The minimum qualifications listed in the job vacancy announcement are as follows:

" Certified Firefighter/EMT or currently enrolled in FF, EMT or paramedic school.
" Be at least 18 years of age by the date of the written examination.
" Be a high school graduate or have obtained a G.E.D.
" Be subjected to a search of records to disclose a criminal record.
" Have no felony convictions, or misdemeanor convictions of such a number that would indicate a habitual law violator.
" Possess a valid driver's license with good driving record as defined by City policy.
" Have visual acuity needed to discern traffic signs and house numbers from approximately 50 feet, often in dim light.
" Be able to distinguish between the colors red, yellow, and green.

The special requirements listed in the job vacancy announcement are as follows:

" Must pass written test.
o Test Date: Friday, December 9th, 2005 & Saturday, December 10th, 2005
o Test Time: 9:00 a.m.
o Test Site: Old Town Activity Center (Formerly Temple Baptist Church) 201 W. Main Street
" Be able to successfully pass a validated physical ability test.
o Physical Ability Test Date: Friday, December 16th, 2005 & Saturday, December 17th, 2005
o Test Check-in: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
o Test Site: 201 W. Main Street (Former Temple Baptist Church) Lewisville TX 75057
o Physical Ability walk through will be Wednesday, November 10 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
" Successfully pass a Video-based assessment (B-PAD)
" Successfully pass a background investigation (See background check for more information)
" Successfully pass a post-offer physical, psychological, and drug test.

LEWISVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND CHECK
CAUSES FOR TEMPORARY REJECTION LENGTH OF DISQUALIFICATION
1. Unable to meet licensing/certification requirements Until corrected
2. Unable to effectively read, write or communicate in English Until corrected
3. Unable to meet minimum qualifications Until corrected
4. Unable to physically/mentally perform necessary functions of position, unless a reasonable accommodation can be made. Temporary or Permanent
5. Failure to pay contractual debts (Factors will be considered) Resolution may requalify
6. Conviction, pleading to or admitting to Class A or B misdemeanor (includes usage or possession or marijuana) 5 years from date of occurrence
7. Failure to complete/satisfactorily meet employment process req. 1 year from date of occurrence
8. Unsatisfactory score on the written exam, physical agility, B-PAD or oral interview 1 year from testing date
9. Unsafe driving record as defined by City policy
More than 3 vehicle accidents on DPS record in the past 3 yrs
More than 3 vehicle traffic convictions (separate incidents) in the past 3 yrs
Driving with License Suspended (D.W.L.S) in the past 5 yrs
Failure to comply with duties following an accident in accordance with the Transportation Code Section 550.021 (involving injury to a person) within the preceding 5 years Until within policy guidelines
10. Unstable work history including short terms of employment over the candidates employment history. 2 years
11. Conviction of a DWI or DUI 5 years

LEWISVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND CHECK
CAUSES FOR PERMANENT REJECTION
1. Unable to physically/mentally perform necessary functions of position for which a reasonable accommodation is not available
2. Conviction, pleading to, or admitting to conduct which would constitute a felony (this includes usage or possession of narcotics such as cocaine or speed)
3. False statements, intentionally withholding information, practiced or attempting to practice any deception or fraud in the application, examination or appointment processes.
4. Conviction of any one of the following driving offenses:
Criminally Negligent Homicide
Aggravated assault (involving a motor vehicle)
Intoxication Manslaughter
Failure to give information and render aid; or
Using a motor vehicle for commission of a felony