Job Overview:
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Firefighter/EMTs. As a Firefighter/EMT, you will play a critical role in protecting and serving our community. This position requires a strong commitment to public safety and the ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

Duties:

• Responds to emergency calls to protect life and property;
• Combats, extinguishes, and prevents fires;
• Participates in rescue extrication operations and provides emergency medical care to the sick and injured;
• Provides basic and advanced emergency medical care to stabilize the condition of the critically ill or injured prior to transport to a medical facility;
• Drives emergency apparatus, including, but not limited to transport units, engines, trucks, rescue squads, and tankers;
• Conducts patient assessment;
• Performs related work as required under direct supervision;
• Participates in Community Risk Reduction and community outreach activities; and
• Works as part of a team and embodies the FRD's Core Values.

Starting Salary:

$63k for the position of Firefighter/EMT-B

Minimum Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• Completion of High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Drug-free for the Last 12 Months
• No More than Two Moving Violation in the Last 12 Months

Employee Benefits:

- Paid Entry Level Training 25 Year Retirement Pension Benefits at 2.5% Final Average Salary

-Diverse Workplace / Above National Average Number of Women

-Paid Continuous Training, including Paramedic Program and Other Specialties

-Plus, Many More!

Schedule: - 24hrs On - 24hrs Off - 24hrs On - 24hrs Off - 24hrs On - 4 Days Off

Department Size: 39 Stations Apparatus: BLS Ambulance/ALS Medic Transport Units, Fire Engines, Ladder Trucks, Heavy Rescues, EMS Supervisors, Battalion Chiefs and plenty more. All-Hazard 911 Response Fire Suppression, Emergency Medical Services, Technical Rescue, and Hazardous Materials

If you are passionate about serving the community, have the necessary qualifications, and are ready to make a difference as a Firefighter/EMT, we encourage you to apply.

Join our team today!

www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire-ems/recruitment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,959.94 - $107,684.51 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Fairfax, VA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairfax, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person