Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Summary

• Applications Due: April 27, 2026
• Reference Check: Early May
• Interviews: Mid-May

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to 911 medical response and inter-facility transports.
• Drive ambulance or act as attendant while responding to routine and emergency situations involving sick or injured individuals; provide medical assistance within the scope of practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic.
• Provide medical assistance within the scope of practice as a Paramedic; assess the nature and extent of illness or injury and establishes priority for emergency care Observe patient in route and administer care according to medical guidelines; identify diagnostic signs that require communication with the physician or emergency department; perform advanced airway procedures using equipment according to medical guidelines; administer medications according to guidelines.
• Respond to fire or other emergencies as required; fire suppression, technical rescues, motor vehicle accidents.
• Replace supplies and decontaminates the interior of the ambulance
• Complete ambulance report and send to state/billing company on each call.
• Ventilate burning buildings.
• Participate in initial arson investigations.
• Assist in salvage work after a fire has been extinguished.
• Participate in pre-fire and post fire sessions with officers and other firefighters.
• Perform a variety of administrative duties at the fire station.
• Perform routine station duties as directed to maintain the cleanliness, readiness, and appearance of apparatus, equipment, station and grounds.
• Maintain fire service records as requested or required by department policy.
• Assist with fire prevention and education including speaking at schools, conducting tours of the fire station, taking blood pressures and attending health and home improvement fairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements

Experience Required: Previous Fire Service experience is preferred.
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of formal training beyond High School.
Certification: Valid MN Class D driver's license or equivalent. Fire Fighter II- certified by Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board, Hazardous Materials Operations (MN, IFSAC, and/or ProBoard); National Registry EMT-P.

Certifications for consideration will include the following:
1. Firefighter and Paramedic (Laterals welcome)
2. Firefighter and EMT
3. Paramedic only

Firefighter EMT or Paramedic only certifications will be placed at Grade 10, Step 1 which is $37.28/hr and will serve a one year probationary period. After successful completion of the probationary period the individual moves to Step 2 and progresses annually until they obtain the Paramedic Certification, once the Paramedic Certification is obtained the individual moves up to Pay Grade 11.

Fully Certified Firefighter/Paramedics will be placed at Grade 11, Step 1 which is $40.27/hr. Lateral pay may be considered based upon experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Firefighting and emergency medicine.
• Emergency medicine at the EMT P level.
• Tools and maintenance of equipment used for various jobs.
• Computerized systems, Microsoft Office applications, and proficiency in spreadsheets.
• Safety rules and regulations to be used with hazards.
• Thorough understanding of City’s functions, policies, and procedures.

• Strong written and oral communications and relational skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Follow and relay complex oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.

• Work under stressful conditions.
• React effectively under pressure and make quick decisions.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of associates.