Firefighter I / Paramedic - Central Emergency Service Area

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Central Emergency Services (CES) is one of Alaska’s largest and most dynamic combination fire and EMS departments. We proudly serve more than 1,000 square miles on the scenic Kenai Peninsula, covering the City of Soldotna and the communities of Sterling, Ridgeway, Kasilof, Funny River, and Kalifornsky Beach (K-Beach).

Located south of Anchorage, CES protects a year-round population of 25,451, which doubles during the summer with the arrival of tourists, anglers, and seasonal workers. Our region is known for its stunning natural beauty, tight-knit communities, and world-class outdoor recreation—from glacial lakes and snowmobile trails to fishing rivers and the expansive Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.

CES operates five fire stations with a dedicated team to provide a full spectrum of emergency services, including:

• Structural and wildland firefighting
• Emergency medical services (EMS)
• Technical rescue
• Dive and water rescue
• Specialized off-road rescue using boats, ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles

Under the general direction and supervision of the Central Emergency Service (CES) Fire Chief or their designee, the Firefighter I / Paramedic performs emergency procedures in order to preserve and maintain life and property. Firefighters are also responsible for maintaining facilities, apparatus and equipment.

Residency: The Firefighter I must reside within at least a 20-minute response time by roadway to the nearest department fire station.

** Wage Advertised includes 10% Paramedic certification pay. Paramedic II is an additional 5% certification pay.

Effective 7/11/26, contingent upon Assembly adoption of FY27 budget, and Collective Bargaining Agreement, base wage will increase to $27.49 hr. / $80,050.88 annual - which includes + 10% Paramedic certification pay. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Required Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

CERTIFICATIONS and LICENSING:

• IFSAC or State of Alaska Firefighter I, or obtain within 12-months of hire, shall obtain Firefighter II certification within 24 months of hire.
• Required Paramedic level certification as noted on posting. This minimum level must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• A valid, unrestricted Alaska driver's license

Paramedic
Certifications and Licensing:

• State of Alaska – Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) or
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians – Paramedic (NRP) and obtain State of Alaska - MICP within 12-month probationary period.
• Shall successfully complete CES Paramedic 2 training and testing within 24 months.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience as a volunteer firefighter with Central Emergency Services
• Paramedic certification preferred
• College degree in Fire or EMS-related science

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently transport up to 50 pounds, and occasionally transport over 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Examination:

• Firefighter medical examination
• CES Physical Ability Test
• May be required to complete CES Engineer Training Program and testing within time frames set by department.