Recruit Firefighter/EMT (Fire Department)

Job Skills / Requirements

Scott County Government is seeking individuals to provide for protection of life and property through the suppression and prevention of fires in response to emergency calls.  Duties include responding to scenes of fires, disasters, or other emergency incidents; protecting life and property through controlling, extinguishing and preventing fires; providing emergency medical services and care; regularly maintaining firefighting equipment, apparatus, stations and quarters.  In emergency situations, performs hazardous tasks requiring strenuous physical exertion for extended periods of time in cramped surroundings, hot and smoky environments with limited visibility and at considerable heights. Candidates will be required to obtain EMT certification during the recruit training period and maintain throughout employment with the Scott County Fire Department. Work schedule is 24 hours on duty, followed by 48 hours off duty.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED
• Individuals must be 18 years of age by the application deadline date.
• A US citizen and possess a valid driver’s license from the current state of residence.
• Prior to an offer of employment, candidates must possess a current CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) certification unless exempt per KRS and Kentucky Fire Commission regulations. To learn more, please visit this site.

Preference will be given to:

• Certified professional firefighters who have completed KY Basic 2 training in accordance with the Kentucky Fire Commission
• Candidates who possess Kentucky Emergency Medical Technician certification.

Pay and Benefits:

• The anticipated annual starting pay is approximately $60,000 which includes the annual training incentive listed below. Additional credit will be given for prior related college degrees and work experience and the starting pay will be commensurate with qualifications. 
• Kentucky training incentive: $4,562 annually
• Kentucky Retirement System (CERS Hazardous Duty)
• Excellent benefits package. To learn more, please visit this site.

Application deadline date is April 17, 2026.  Please apply by following the jobs link at www.scottky.gov.

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written and oral examination process resulting in the creation of a hiring list that will remain in effect for a minimum of three months. Candidates will be given access to test preparation study materials for the written exam after the application deadline date.  The tentative dates for the written exam are April 28 to 30. 

Scott County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce. 

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Pension/Retirement, Educational Assistance