Firefighter Recruit Mentor

Applications are now being accepted for the temporary assignment of Firefighter Recruit Mentor. This opportunity is open exclusively to qualified Firefighters within the Avondale Fire & Medical Department who are not on probation. The Firefighter Recruit Mentor supports the mentoring and coaching of Firefighter Recruits and is assigned to the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (GRPSTC) as needed. This position is expected to work up to 20 hours per week beginning in January 2027 through the duration of the academy.

Applications are now being accepted for the temporary assignment of Firefighter Recruit Mentor. This opportunity is open exclusively to qualified Firefighters within the Avondale Fire & Medical Department who are not on probation.

Serves as a liaison between the Fire Captain - Recruit Training Officer and Firefighter Recruits. Assists in the mentoring, coaching, and instruction of Firefighter Recruits assigned to GRPSTC . Sets a high standard of professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, and teamwork.

Serves as a liaison between the Fire Captain - Recruit Training Officer and Firefighter Recruits.

Assists in the mentoring, coaching, and instruction of Firefighter Recruits assigned to GRPSTC .

Sets a high standard of professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, and teamwork.

Active duty Firefighter with the Avondale Fire & Medical Department.

Off probation by the time of appointment.

In excellent physical condition to fully participate in all physical components of the training academy alongside Firefighter Recruits, including skills training courses.

Desire to teach and train Firefighter Recruits at GRPSTC.

An overall rating of "meets" on the most recent annual evaluation. An individual rating of "not meets" in any category may exclude the candidate from the testing process.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated performance showing engagement in organizational activities and development outside of routine fire and medical operations.

Demonstrated ability to be independently accountable for the professional development of assigned crew.

Demonstrated performance that reflects alignment with the Vision, Mission, and Values of the Avondale Fire & Medical Department and the City of Avondale.

The selection process will include:

Panel Interview

Work Performance Review

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