The City of Bristol, Virginia is currently hiring for a Firefighter/EMT!

Application deadline is June 13, 4:30 pm. Projected test date is June 26, 2024.

Candidates will be subject to written test, interview panel, and physical agility assessment. Selected candidates shall be required to participate in second interview with the Fire Chief, background investigation, drug screen and medical evaluation per NFPA 1582.

Starting salary:

• No Training/Certification $35,994
• Partial Training/Certification $37,074 (Possess either Firefighter 1 or EMT-Basic)
• Fully Trained/Certified $38,186

Pay stipend is available for Advanced Life Support certification:

• EMT-Advanced $2,000
• EMT – Intermediate $4,500
• EMT – Paramedic $6,500

How to Apply

Applications and job description available online at www.bristolva.org under Human Resources—City Hall, 300 Lee Street, Suite 209, Bristol, VA.

Hiring Process

1. Written exam, interview panel, and physical agility test on the same day.

2. Second interviews with Fire Chief as vacancies occur.

3. Successful background investigation and Drug Screen

4. NFPA 1581 exam will include Respiratory Assessment and SCBA Mask Fit Test

5. Hiring preference may be given to certified Pro-Board/IFSAC Firefighters and NR EMTs

Job Requirement

Minimum Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum of 18 years of age

Prefer:

• Firefighter 1, 2 Pro-Board or IFSAC Accredited
• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Emergency Medical Technician Basic certification recognized by Virginia OEMS
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
• NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
• Hazardous Materials Technician – Virginia Department of Emergency Management
• OEMS Emergency Medical Technical Advanced, Intermediate or Paramedic-Virginia
• Driver-Operator Pumper/Aerial

Submit Applications to:
City of Bristol, VA
Human Resources
300 Lee Street
Bristol, VA 24201

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $37,074.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations