Synopsis
With
this comprehensive new book you will build the profile of the “ideal
candidate,” the one fire departments are all looking for. At 280
pages, this book is literally packed with all of the information.
To
be successful you need to develop and implement your very own, successful
two-year plan. Learn how to focus and prioritize your preparation
and enhance your strengths.
This
book covers key questions like:
What
distinguishes a GOOD candidate from a GREAT candidate?
Will my military experience help?
Will college courses enhance my career?
Am I too young or too old?
Should I become a Paramedic?
Here are just a few of the topics covered:
Preparation
Your
Two-Year Plan
Education
Fire Science courses
Should I attend the Fire Academy
Station Visits
Ride-alongs
Physical Fitness
Resumes
The Hiring Process
Oral
Interviews
Physical Ability Exams
Polygraph Exams
Background and Credit Checks
Females in the Fire Service
How to Prepare for the Exam
Chief’s Interview
What to Expect From
The
First Day
Fire Academies
Paramedic School
Endorsements
"Chief Lepore's book answers a lot of questions that are a
mystery for those not already career firefighters, or who are not
lucky enough to know someone who is. I highly recommend this book
to any aspiring firefighter."
Robert Miller: Firefighter/EMT - IV
Jefferson City, Tennessee Fire Department
"Reading
this book brought back many memories of how it was when I wanted
to become a Boston Firefighter. I had no idea how to begin or what
to do. Chief Lepore's book is a complete guide to anyone who aspires
to become a Firefighter. If I had this book, getting on the job
would have been a lot less frustrating. The competition today to
become a Firefighter is intense. I highly recommend this book to
those that want to become America Heroes."
Robert M. Winston
Boston District Fire Chief - Retired
"Chief
Lepore's guide is by far the most complete book on the market today
in regards to those who are pursuing a career in the fire service.
Utilize the information provided in this A-Z guide and you greatly
increase your chances of landing your dream job!"
Rich Holback/Fireman
San Francisco Fire Department
"Chief
Lepore's new book will guide the hopeful candidate to a successful
placement in a fire service. It is up front and an no holds barred
a guide very needed in today's tough and competitive process for
getting that firefighter appointment. Read this book and you'll
be on your way to being an American first responder - the greatest
job in the world."
Dennis Smith
Author of "Report from Ground Zero and Report from Engine
Company 82."
"This
a wonderful and useful book for those working at getting into a
modern fire service position. For candidates trying to enter the
fire department, this book is a fantastic aid and assistant in getting
on the job and being and effective and involved firefighter."
Battalion Chief John Salka
F.D.N.Y.
"Battalion
Chief Paul Lepore had outdone himself! An excellent follow up to
"Smoke
your Firefighter Interview." Paul has written what we have
needed on the Fire Service for a long time - a comprehensive guide
for the new firefighter candidate. Paul's insightful, intelligent,
no nonsense approach is easy to read and should be mandatory for
any serious firefighter candidate."
Rescue Lieutenant Jeff Stone
City of Coral Gables Fire Rescue
Miami Dade County, Florida
About
the Author
Paul Le pore is a Fire Captain with the City of Long Beach, California
Fire Department. He entered the fire service as a civilian Paramedic
for the Los Angeles City Fire Department in 1985. After completing
his education at the Los Angeles County Paramedic Training Institute,
Le pore worked in the high impact area of South Central, Los Angeles.
Le
pore was hired by the Long Beach Fire Department in 1986 and completed
their 12 week academy. He spent the next two years working as a
firefighter until he was promoted to firefighter/ paramedic. Five
years ago Le pore promoted to the position of fire captain and is
currently on the promotional list for Battalion Chief.
He
has conducted hundreds of entry-level interviews as well as served
as a rater for several Captain’s promotional exams.
He
holds instructor credentials for EMT, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
of Mass Destruction.
He
has conducted numerous seminars to coach and mentor both promotional
and entry-level candidates alike.
He
founded EMS Safety Services, Inc., a first aid and CPR training
corporation that certifies over 100,000 students each year.
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