Job Description

Position Overview

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The City of Henderson welcomes applications from candidates who wish to be integral and trusted members of a community that strives to exceed the expectations of our customers while belonging to a team of dedicated professionals, who will remain true to our values, focused on our organizational priorities, and resolute in knowing that people matter. This recruitment will be used for the upcoming academy tentatively scheduled to start August 2026.

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty related to Fire/Rescue Operations, Emergency Medical Services, and Fire Prevention; performs related duties as assigned.

What does the City of Henderson offer?

Uniform Allowance of $1,885 (Full-year advance is paid on the first check, then in biweekly installments)*
A comprehensive compensation and benefits package (benefit package found

here

) A robust, employer-paid, retirement package through the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Generous paid vacation and sick leave Low cost of living and no state income tax

Please Note:

This is an hourly/non-exempt position, all candidates will be required to start at Step 1 of the pay scale for this position. This is non-negotiable.

Minimum Qualifications

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Graduation from high school or the equivalent Must be 18 years of age Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483 Must possess or obtain one of the following certifications at the time of the final offer of employment: + Southern Nevada Health District EMT certification or above
+ A State of Nevada EMT certification or above
+ A National Registry Certification as an EMT or above
Must successfully complete cadet academy within time limits established by the Fire Department as a condition of continued employment, to include obtaining a State of Nevada Firefighter II Certificate and Southern Nevada Health District licensure as an EMT or above

Candidates may apply without an EMT certification; however, it must be obtained at the time of the final offer of employment.

Required Documents/Assessment Information

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APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE REQUIRED TO:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Attach a current certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or above, if applicable (

will be required to provide by the time of final offer letter)

ASSESSMENT DATES:

Written Examination

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All written examinations must be scheduled by

April 1, 2026

and completed by

April 8, 2026

. Please note: Scores will only be accepted for tests taken between October 8, 2025, and April 8, 2026.

Physical Fitness Test - Monday, April 20, 2026

(Top-Scoring candidates)

PLEASE NOTE: This is currently the

only

date offered for the Physical Fitness Test (PFT). In order to continue in the process, candidates must be available for the PFT on 4/20/26 as additional dates may not be available.

Virtual Oral Board Interview - To be completed within 7 days after successful completion of the Physical Fitness Test

(Candidates who successfully complete the Physical Fitness Test)

Chief's Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Week of May 4, 2026 and week of May 11, 2026 (if needed)

(Top-Scoring candidates)

GENERAL RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:

All interested candidates will submit their online application by the deadline in the posting.

NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will receive an email instructing them to register for/schedule the Firefighter written examination through the National Testing Network (NTN). NTN exams must be scheduled by

April 1, 2026

and completed by

April 8, 2026

. Top-scoring candidates will be invited to the Physical Fitness Test. All candidates who pass the Physical Fitness Test will move forward to the Virtual Oral Review Board. Top-scoring candidates from the Virtual Oral Review Board will move forward to the Chief's Structured Selection Interview. This recruitment will be used for the upcoming academy with a tentative start date of August 2026.

GENERAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

A City of Henderson online employment application is required. No walk-ins will be permitted. Candidates must respond to the supplemental questions to help us determine their qualifications for this classification. Applications will be screened for completeness, required qualifications, and applicable certifications. All correspondence will be sent via email, therefore, please include a valid email address on your application. Please check any spam blocker you may have on your computer to enable your email account to receive our correspondence.

If you currently possess a valid EMT certificate, please upload and attach the certifications to your online application.

NTN WRITTEN EXAM SCORES:

The City will only accept NTN Exam scores that are less than six (6) months old. If your original NTN test date was before

Octo

ber 8, 2025

they will NOT be accepted by the City of Henderson. For all NTN-related inquiries, please contact NTN directly.

PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST (PFT):

Candidates who receive a passing score on the NTN test will be notified via email to self-schedule for the Physical Fitness Test. This is a City of Henderson (COH) sponsored event, and we will only evaluate candidates during these COH specific times. The Physical Fitness Test consists of the following:

Ball Clean and Toss Shuttle Run

Requirement: Complete 10 ball cleans over shoulder using 40lb slam ball, 10 50' shuttle sprints, then 10 ball cleans over the shoulder using 40lb slam ball with no breaks in between


Expectation: Continuous reps


Failure: Not completing all reps in 2 minutes

Deadlift (195lbs)

Requirement: Complete 10 195lbs deadlift reps using a hex bar in 2 minutes


Expectation: Utilizing full range of motion and correct form


Failure: Less than 10 reps utilizing range of motion and correct form in 2 minutes

Hand Release Push-ups

Requirement: 45 Hand Release Push-Ups


Expectation: Full extension and correct alignment


Failure: Less than 45 reps in 2 minutes

Elbow Plank

Requirement: Hold elbow plank for 1 minute and 30 seconds


Expectation: Maintain form and correct body alignment


Failure: Breaking form or resting on the ground prior to 1 minute and 30 seconds

1.5 Mile Run

Requirement: Complete run within 13 minutes


Expectation: Continuous run on designated route


Failure: Not completing 1.5 miles within 13 minutes

VIRTUAL ORAL REVIEW BOARD INTERVIEW:

Candidates who successfully complete the PFT will be invited to participate in a pre-recorded virtual oral review board. Successful candidates will receive an email with a link that will provide further instructions on how to complete this process.

CHIEF'S STRUCTURED SELECTION INTERVIEW:

Top-scoring candidates from the pre-recorded virtual oral board review interviews will be invited to participate in the Chief's Structured Selection Interview. Candidates will receive an email to self-schedule.

Selection Process

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The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring an accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post-offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

City of Henderson, Nevada

IAFF Contract (56-Hour Work Week)

Benefits Summary

HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE

Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Employer paid Long Term Disability - Up to 60% of Base Wage, if approved Employer paid Term Life Insurance / AD&D - $50,000 or 1X annual salary, whichever is greater Employee Assistance Program - 6 Free Visits Per Issue Per Year for Employee and Family Members in the Household, and Access to Work/Life Wellness Resources Medicare - Employee and City each pay 1.45%

RETIREMENT

Employer paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) No Social Security tax on employee's wages Retirement Health Savings (RHS) program Service based retiree health insurance premium subsidy after 15 years participating in this program

PAID LEAVE

VACATION

Employee credited with 48 hours of annual leave at the end of the first six (6) months of employment. After six (6) months, annual leave hours will accrue at eight (8) hours per month (total 96 hours first year of employment). + Accrued at 216 hours per year after first year through fifth year;
+ Accrued at 264 hours per year sixth through twelfth year;
+ Accrued at 336 hours per year upon completion of twelfth year and beyond

SICK LEAVE

Accrued at one shift per month from date of hire

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

For death of immediate family member, 48 hours off with pay per occurrence. An additional 48 hours of sick leave may be used for funeral services held 500 statute miles or more from the City of Henderson

HOLIDAYS

14 paid holidays per year including September 11th Memorial Holiday

WORK WEEK

Average 56-hour work week, 24-hour workday

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

The City provides a clothing and personal effects allowance for employees required to wear a uniform

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

IRC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan IRC 401a Deferred Compensation Plan - new/hire employees only IRC125 Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care Supplemental Insurance: Cancer/Catastrophic Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability, and Hospital Indemnity Auto and Home Insurance 529 College Savings Plan Supplemental Term Life Insurance Legal Insurance Pet Insurance Identity and Credit Protection PerkSpot Employee Discounts Program Long Term Care + Life Insurance

NOTE:

Benefits subject to change based on future collective bargaining agreement updates, changes to any applicable legislation, and changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program



Revised 03/24