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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT 2012 Firefighter Examination Information FIREFIGHTER, MUNICIPAL SERVICE OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION YOU MUST READ THE ENTIRE EXAM ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE APPLYING 2012 FIREFIGHTER EXAM ANNOUNCEMENT (RTF) The Human Resources Division (HRD) is currently accepting applications for both components of the 2012 Firefighter, Municipal Service Examination. This examination consists of two components: the Written examination and the Entry Level Physical Ability Test (ELPAT). Candidates MUST APPLY FOR, TAKE and PASS BOTH components in order to be placed on the eligible list for appointment in a civil service city or town. The Written examination component will be held on April 28, 2012 at various sites across the Commonwealth. The ELPAT will be administered from February 2012 through August 2012 at the Hudson National Guard Armory in Hudson, MA.
Position Title	Department	Salary	Closing Date
Boards and Commissions			*
Chief Financial Officer	Mayor's Office		*
City Planner	Planning Department	$64,765 - $79,000 /yr
Compliance Officer	Purchasing Department	$46,420 - $56,620 /yr	*
Data Lister	Assessors Office	$40,167 - $48,995 /yr	*
Director of Environmental Stewardship	Environmental Stewardship	$60,588 - $73,903 /yr	*
Police Cadet	Police	$8.00 /hr	*
Veterinary Technician	Zoo	$18.33 /hr	*
* all positions opened until filled, unless otherwise noted

Applications must be submitted on an official City of New Bedford form. Applications are available in omni form format or PDF format with fill out and print capabilities or application may be obtained from the Department of Personnel. A separate application is required for each position. All applications must be completed in full, signed and returned to the Personnel Department, City Hall, Room 212, 133 William Street, New Bedford, MA., telephone (508) 979-1444. Resumes may be furnished for additional information only. Incomplete applications will be cause for rejection. The City of New Bedford does have a residency requirement. Employees are required to be residents of the City of New Bedford at the time of appointment, unless a specific waiver has been granted by the City Council with approval of the Mayor.
Employment Application	Labor Services Application
Boards and Commissions Application

133 William St - Rm 212 - New Bedford, MA 02740 - Tel: 508-979-1444 - Fax: 508-979-1619