Firefighter/Paramedic

JOB
The City of Cedar Hill, Texas has immediate positions to fill!Written Test and Physical Agility Scheduled for June 8, 2026Anticipated Hire Date: August 10, 2026The Cedar Hill Fire Department is dedicated to providing excellent service to our community and making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. We know that through our interventions we are enhancing and changing our community, One life at a time. We are an all hazards Fire Department. We proudly provide services in Fire Suppression, Emergency Medical Services (Advanced Life Support), Rescue Services, Fire Prevention, Public Education, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Disaster Mitigation.The Fire Department provides these services through our 4 fire stations and fire administration. We have 78 personnel ready to serve and take pride in our service delivery. Are you ready to join our team? Apply now!Salary StructureLateral entry available (restrictions apply).Firefighter/Paramedic salary range: $76,920 - $96,677/yr + FLSA and Cert PayRecruit: $69,707 - $74,679/yrAdditional pay available for advanced certifications and education!TMRS Retirement Plan (Employee contributes 7% pre-tax, City provides 2 to 1 matching, vesting after 5 years, with option of retirement, at any age, with 20 years of service).Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plans available through MissionSquare and Nationwide.Click here to learn more!Hiring ProcessWritten exam and physical agility course - scheduled for June 8, 2026Background InvestigationOral Interview BoardPolygraph ExamChief's InterviewPsychological ExamPhysical Exam and Drug ScreenFinal Chief's InterviewAnticipated hire date for new hires: August 10, 2026

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Ability to perform firefighting and fire prevention activities in protecting life and property.Successfully maintain and operate firefighting apparatus and equipment.Provide medical assistance and Advanced Life Support first responder pre-hospital emergency medical care and assistance to victims.Perform minor station maintenance.Participate in a variety of training to maintain skills.Want more info? Contact the Recruiting Team via email at Cedarhillrecruit@cedarhilltx.comor call 972-291-1011!

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants must complete an online application at www.cedarhilltx.com/jobs, and attach all relevant documentation and certification(s) such as: All relevant Fire and Paramedic certifications, including state certifications and/or national registry. DD214 Member-4 Copy or NGB22, if you served in the US Military or State National GuardIf you are having trouble with the NEOGOV Applicant tracking site, please call the NEOGOV technical support number at 1-855-524-5627.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hill will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests, please call Human Resources at 972-291-5100, ext 1050.The City of Cedar Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of genetic information in compliance with GINA, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, or disability in hiring, conditions, or termination of employment. Final applicants for employment with the City of Cedar Hill are subject to drug testing and background screening.CITY OF CEDAR HILL285 Uptown Blvd Bldg #100Cedar Hill, TX 75104972-291-5100