Firefighter/Paramedic - East Lansing Fire Department

The East Lansing Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. We are seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to join our dedicated team, committed to providing exceptional emergency services to our community.

This skilled position responds to emergencies to protect life, property, and mitigate environmental hazards. Duties include fire suppression, Haz-Mat response, rescue, advanced life support treatment/transport, and general maintenance/custodial care of facilities, grounds, apparatus, tools, and equipment. This position is both physically and mentally challenging. Ongoing training is required and offered by the department to develop and maintain necessary skills, proficiencies, certifications, and licensing. There is potential in this position to be offered further training in technical rescue disciplines and advanced Haz-Mat. This position also involves participation in community events to positively represent the department and City. The City of East Lansing also welcomes applications from certified State of Michigan Paramedics who do not currently possess Firefighter I & II certification. Firefighter I & II training will be sponsored by the City following hire.

• Lateral movement for time-in-grade applied.
• Overtime compensation is calculated at 1.5 times base pay.
• Overtime opportunities include shift coverage, Michigan State University athletics, and other first-aid event coverage.

• Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases
• City-sponsored Firefighter I & II training for qualified Paramedic candidates
• Member of the Municipal Employees Retirement System. City contributes 100% on behalf of the employee. Can retire at age 55 with 25 years of service with retiree health insurance up to the age of Medicare eligibility. Vesting occurs with 10 years of service. B-3 multiplier (2.25), FAC-3, 240 hrs max vacation into FAC
• 14 paid holidays
• Generous leave accrual
• Health coverage (or receive a $135 monthly buy-out if you have coverage from another source), dental and vision plan premiums (for employee and dependents) fully covered by the City
• Life insurance w/optional supplemental coverage, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses
• An Employee Assistance Program, offering free counseling and support for employees and families
• Qualify for “Public Service Loan Forgiveness” which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation: IAFF

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