City of Henderson

Fire Services Assistant (Part-Time)

City of Henderson  •  $12.35/hr  •  Henderson, NV (Onsite)  •  16 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 0935AUG26-P-AEL

Department: Fire

Job classification: FIRE SERVICES ASSISTANT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Fire & EMS


The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill four (4) vacancies for the classification of Fire Services Assistant (Part-Time) in the Henderson Fire Department. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of routine tasks while assisting in the administration, training, or logistics areas of the Fire Department; and performs related duties as assigned.


Position Information:

  • This is a part-time position.
  • The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both Non-PERS eligible (19 hours/week) and PERS eligible (29 hours/week) vacancies.
  • This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits.


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Examples of duties

  • Graduation from high school, or the equivalent
  • Any training and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform satisfactorily on the job
  • Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
  • Desirable: Enrollment in an accredited fire science program or fire science related classes

Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
1) Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESS
NTMES
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

Supplemental information

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 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

About City of Henderson

The City of Henderson, America’s premier community, is located in sunny Southern Nevada along the southeastern portion of Clark County between Las Vegas and Lake Mead. Home to approximately 275,000 residents, it is the largest full-service city and second-largest city in Nevada.

Henderson is consistently rated among the nation’s best cities in which to live, work, play and do business, and it is also one of the safest cities in America. The City of Henderson is recognized for its nationally accredited parks and recreation system, police and fire departments. In addition, residents enjoy the highest quality of life in the Las Vegas Valley.

Henderson’s strong pro-business environment is diverse and growing, with an environment that supports both new and existing business. Nevada's low-tax environment, including no personal income tax, is continually regarded as one of the most business friendly in the nation.

The City of Henderson has a proven track record of efficient government and maintains one of the lowest employee-to-resident ratios in Southern Nevada and remains committed to optimizing organizational effectiveness by attracting, developing, and retaining a talented and diverse workforce that support the city's mission. The contributions of each and every employee are the key to the community's continued success.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Henderson, NV
Year Founded
1953
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