The Job (2001 TV series)  The Job is an American single-camera sitcom that aired on ABC between March 14, 2001 and April 24, 2002. Many of the principal actors went on to either star or guest star in the FX network's Denis Leary-produced "Rescue Me". In "Rescue Me", the lead character (played by Leary) is very similar to Mike McNeil, but is a fireman rather than a police officer. The series follows a New York City police officer named Mike McNeil (Denis Leary) – who indulges in adultery, alcohol, cigarettes, and prescription drug abuse – and his fellow bumbling detective pals. The show, which appeared to borrow the tone and look of "NYPD Blue" for semi-satirical purposes, was built around the Mike McNeil character, but relied on a strong ensemble cast. The complete series (19 episodes) was released on DVD in the United States in May 2005.