Fundamental Human Resource Practices for Fire and EMS Managers

Develop a four to six page paper describing the hiring process you would establish as an emergency services manager based on the position description. Include the following:

• A summary of the position including applicable knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)
• A recruitment component for the hiring process consisting of the following:

1. Identify your target population for an applicant group based on the position you researched.

1. How would you recruit candidates from diverse demographic groups?

1. What resources would you use to advertise this position?

1. What other considerations would you incorporate to ensure fairness, equity, and openness in the hiring process?

2. Summarize the position you researched and address the following:

• Do you agree with the KSAs listed for the position you researched?

1. What additional KSAs (if any) may need consideration as a prerequisite?

3. Describe at least 5 different approaches a recruitment officer may use when assessing potential candidates (interview, polygraph, medical evaluation, ect.)

• Identify a minimum of two approaches you would use as part of the hiring process based on the position you researched and justify your reasoning.