Student Firefighter Recruitment Checklist

The following items MUST be completed before the applicant can be considered for hire. Please make sure you have completed each item below.

1. Apply online at www.uakjobs.com
2. Fax a copy of your Driver’s License to the University Fire Department at 907-474-5999.

   A valid driver's license with no criminal or DUI convictions is required!

   Please print or type the following information on the fax:
   Name, Phone Number, and E-Mail address.

The applicant must submit an application online at www.uakjobs.com before the closing date in order to continue with the applicant process.

STEP 2: PRE-AGILITY TEST

There is no pre-agillity test scheduled for the Spring 2008 recruitment at this time, however, the University Fire Department is now using the standardized CPAT testing format. Online demonstration photos and videos of the testing can be viewed at: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/fire/cpathome.htm .

STEP 3: PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST

All applicants must pass the CPAT physical agility test in order to proceed with the written aptitude test. Failure of any task within the physical agility test disqualifies the applicant for employment with the department.

STEP 4: APTITUDE TEST-WRITTEN

The applicant will be administered an aptitude test in order to test for memory retention and mechanical knowledge. The applicant’s aptitude test score will be combined with the interview scores in order to assist in the ranking of individuals to hire.

STEP 5: ORAL INTERVIEWS

The applicant will participate in an oral interview conducted by a board of staff and students. Each interview question is worth a set amount of points. The total points achieved by the applicant during the interview will be combined with the aptitude test score.

STEP 6: BACKGROUND INFORMATION

All applicants must pass a background check. The applicant’s driving record, criminal history will be checked as a minimum. Any of the following would disqualify the applicant from employment: a felony conviction; a misdemeanor record within the last two years other than minor traffic violations; multiple traffic violations in the last three years (more than 3); multiple arrests without charges and/or convictions (more than 3); any current charges pending as well as any other information which the Fire Chief would deem as adverse to the operations of the University Fire Department.

STEP 7: RANKING OF APPLICANTS

The total scores of each applicant will be ranked in descending order. Positive or negative feedback on the background investigation will be used to determine the ranking of individuals when their scores are relatively close.

NOTE: Successful candidates will need to provide proof of receipt of the following vaccinations BEFORE hire: Hepatitis A, B, and Tuberculosis.