Wildland Fire Mitigation Officer (Special Risk) - R18001
Nature of Work
This is supervisory law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through a variety of police activities.
Work involves responsibility for the prevention and investigation of crimes, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, and the supervision of subordinate police officers. Work may also require the employee to work as an assistant to the head of a specialized division or unit. Employees frequently participate in the work performed by subordinate officers and act for supervisors during the latter’s absence. Work requires the use of seasoned judgment and specialized law enforcement knowledge and skills in interpreting laws, rules and orders, and in leading subordinates. Instructions are received orally or in writing from a superior officer who reviews work through observation, inspection, and evaluation of reports submitted. Considerable knowledge of contemporary police practices. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and city laws and regulations. Ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written directions. Ability to deal firmly and courteously with the public and to establish and maintain effective relationships. Ability to obtain information through
Interviews and interrogation.
Minimum Education, Training And Experience
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND RANKING FACTORS:
See Promotional Procedures approved on January 02, 2008.
Promotional Procedures maybe downloaded from the following link: Police Sergeant Document
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the Public Safety Training Academy located at 3011 Sparkman Drive. Applicants must contact Human Resources to schedule a test time.
Promotional Procedures maybe downloaded from the City’s intranet site at:
Study Guides Maybe Downloaded From The Following Link
Study Guide
Police Department employees who are qualified and interested must submit a completed on-line application to the Human Resources Department no later than, Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
A copy of the applicant's bachelor diploma(s) or associate diploma(s) must be provided to the Human Resources Department no later than, Wednesday, March 19 at 5:00 p.m. A promotional candidate must have the equivalent of at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of course work from an accredited college or university. Copies of official college transcripts which clearly indicate that a bachelor's degree or an associate's degree has been awarded may be submitted in lieu of a copy of the diploma. Such official transcripts must be provided to the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2008. The degree must have been obtained from an accredited college or university.
Copies of diplomas or official college transcripts provided as the result of previous career opportunity announcements must be resubmitted no later than 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2008.
THE WRITTEN AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS AS REQUIRED HAVE BEEN REVISED. THEREFORE, THE OPTION OF ROLLING OVER WRITTEN SCORES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.
The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, cancer, off-the-job accident, as well as annual leave, sick leave, holiday and retirement.
Below Is a Summary Of The City's Benefit Offerings
The City of Huntsville offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees. For most benefits, a 30-day waiting period from date of eligibility will apply.
Medical Insurance
All eligible and ACA eligible employees may enroll in the City of Huntsville’s group health plans administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama; Blue Card PPO and High Deductible PPO. Benefits include medical/surgical, prescription coverage, and more.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse
A mental health benefit and substance abuse program is offered through Behavioral Health Systems, Incorporated (BHS). These benefits are included as part of the group health plan. Services may be accessed by contacting BHS. A designated Care Coordinator for the City of Huntsville can assist with referrals to network providers.
Dental Plan
The City offers a dental plan administered by Delta Dental Insurance Company to eligible full-time employees. This plan offers coverage for Preventive and Diagnostic Services, Basic and Major Services, and Orthodontic coverage (for dependent children under the age of 19.) A deductible of $50 per person/calendar year applies for Basic and Major Services. The deductible is waived for Diagnostic and Preventative services and a plan maximum of $2,000/year/covered patient. Orthodontics carries a $2,000/lifetime max/patient.
Vision Plan
The City’s vision plan is offered and administered by Vision Service Plan (VSP). VSP provides vision benefits, co-pays for eye exams, frames, and eyeglass lenses, as applicable, and an allowance for contact lenses. The plan also offers exclusive Member Extras for additional savings.
Retirement
The City’s retirement plan is administered by the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA). Participation is mandatory for all regular full and part-time employees. Employees contribute a percentage of their salary to the plan. The City contributes a percentage as determined by RSA.
Life Insurance
The City provides a $20,000 group life insurance policy to all full-time employees through Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Eligible employees are covered after completing one full day of work and coverage is provided at no-cost to the employee. Additional benefits may apply in the event of accidental death or dismemberment.
Disability Insurance
The City provides a limited long term disability policy for eligible employees with one year of service, but less than ten years of service. There is no cost to the employee for this coverage. After ten years of service, disability benefits may be requested through the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA).
Voluntary Life / AD&D
The City offers eligible employees an optional voluntary term life insurance benefit. Employees may apply to purchase additional term life insurance for self, spouse, and eligible dependents. Guarantee issue amounts are available if voluntary life benefits are elected within 30 days of eligibility. Premiums for employee and spouse are based upon age. Child Life is a flat rate based on the level of coverage.
The City also offers an optional voluntary accidental death & dismemberment insurance plan. Employees may purchase insurance for self or family. The plans are administered by Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Please refer to the plan summary for additional information.
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
The City offers voluntary Cancer and Off-the-Job Accident plans administered by Allstate Benefits. The Cancer plan provides first occurrence, hospital confinement, radiation & chemotherapy, and other benefits. The Off-the-Job Accident plan provides benefits for injuries occurring off the job. Please refer to the brochures for an explanation of covered benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts
The City offers two flexible spending account options to assist with unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses. These pre-taxed accounts require a qualifying receipt and may be reimbursed by mail or direct deposit. A pre-loaded debit card is available for enrollees in the medical account. The flexible spending accounts are administered by Health Equity/WageWorks.
Financial Wellness
The City provides a confidential financial wellness program through SmartDollar for all full-time employees. The program offers online tools and a step-by-step plan that is self-paced to help employees as they journey to reach their financial goals. There is no cost to the employee for participation.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We know that dealing with day-to-day stresses can be distracting. The City provides a confidential EAP program to assist with life’s stresses. EAP services may be coordinated through Behavioral Health Systems (BHS) or through the Employee Resources and Program Manager at the City’s Health & Wellness Center. Resources may include substance abuse, grief and loss, marriage/family communication, managing stress and depression, parenting, and more. There is no waiting period for this benefit.
Health & Wellness Center
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The City’s Health & Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. The Center provides cost-effective health care and on-line services at no cost to the individual. Open Monday through Saturday, the Center provides medical services including acute, primary, and preventive care, as well as annual physicals. The Center also offers routine blood work, immunizations, wellness coaching, chronic disease management, many generic medications dispensed on-site, and much more. If an onsite appointment isn’t possible, Telehealth Services are available 24/7/365. All City employees, covered retirees, and covered dependents age 3 and above are eligible for services at the Center as well as telehealth services.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plans
The City provides two optional voluntary deferred compensation plans: RSA-1 (State of Alabama) and Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Employees may defer portions of salary for a later date, such as retirement. Please see the Payroll Division of the Finance Department for further details.
Sick Leave
Sick leave accrual is 4 hours per pay period for all eligible City employees. There is no accrual maximum for employee sick leave.
Annual Leave
Annual leave for eligible employees is accrued as follows: less than 10 years = 4 hours per pay period; 10 to 15 years = 5 hours per pay period; 15 to 20 years = 6 hours per pay period; 20 or more years = 7 hours per pay period. Employees may accrue and carry forward 260 hours (or the equivalent for fire suppression) to the next calendar year.
Military Leave
The City provides a military leave plan that pays regular salary for not more than twenty-one days per year. Also, employees called into active service may receive compensation in an amount equal to the difference in the lower military pay and the higher public employment salary as provided by City Council Ordinance.
Holidays
The City recognizes the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Two additional floating holidays may be declared each year at the discretion of the Mayor.
Longevity Pay
The City pays eligible employees compensation based upon the number of months of continuous regular full-time service as of October 1st of each year.
College 529 Savings Program
The City makes it easy for friends and family to give the gift of a college education. The 529 college savings program is administered by CollegeCounts, through payroll deduction, and offers tax advantages and other benefits.
Other Benefits
Please refer to the City of Huntsville Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
Disclosure
The City offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees. The list above offers a summary of those benefits. The information is intended as a general reference and should in no way be construed as a promise or guarantee of employment or benefit coverage. Please refer to the appropriate Summary Plan Description (SPD) or contact the City of Huntsville Benefits Office for more details. If there is a conflict between this information and the actual plan document or policies, the plan documents or policies will always govern.
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• Do you possess at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of course work from an accredited college or university? (This information will be verified) Yes or No
• Yes
• No
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• Have you have served a minimum of five (5) years of continuous service as a sworn and bonded police officer with the most recent two (2) years of service in the Huntsville Police Division? (This information will be verified) Yes or No
• Yes
• No
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• If you have served a minimum of five (5) years of continuous service as a sworn and bonded police officer of which some of the service was with another agency (agencies), please provide the name of the agency (agencies) and dates of employment. (This information will be verified)
• Required Question
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