Firefighter/Paramedics and Firefighter/EMTs Full or Part Time

OCFD is looking for Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/EMT positions in 2027. You could be one of them! We are looking for skilled Firefighter/Paramedics and/or Firefighter/EMS clinicians to become full-time or part-time members of our team. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age and meet the following requirements at the time of application: 1. High School Diploma or GED 2. Valid National Registry Paramedic / Maryland Paramedic for those applying for FF/Paramedic (must upload to application) 3. Valid National Registry EMT / Maryland EMT for those applying for FF/EMT (must upload to application) 3. Maryland Firefighter I certification, National Pro-Board Firefighter I certification or equivalent at the time of application (must upload to application) 4. Current BLS Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certified (must upload to application) 5. Valid Maryland Class C driver's license or the equivalent of a state of license; (Maryland Class B driver's license preferred) (must upload to application)

Starting Compensation*
Firefighter/EMT - Basic $22.54/hour / $52,743.60 annual
Firefighter/EMT - Intermediate $24.73/hour / $57,868.20 annual
Firefighter/Paramedic - new $27.13/hour / $63,484.20 annual
Firefighter/Paramedic - experienced $28.48/hour / $66,643.20 annual
*Based on 45-hour work week
Annual bonuses (up to $2000) for part-time personnel working needed shifts/volume.
Additional $250 bonus for rescue swimmer certification/operation.

This job will stay open for applications until December 13, 2026. Candidates who are eligible to test for a position will be notified in early January. Testing date is January 23, 2027. Successful applicants are subject to a criminal background check and a post-offer drug test.

Please note: Part-time employees are not a part of the collective bargaining unit.

For more information or questions please contact Battalion Chief Bounds @ PBounds@oceancitymd.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans are encouraged to apply

We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, a defined benefit pension plan, a defined contribution 457b plan, a flexible spending account, life insurance, disability, twelve paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave.

Requirements: At least 18 years of age, High School Diploma or GED, Valid National Registry Paramedic/Maryland Paramedic (for FF/Paramedic) or Valid National Registry EMT/Maryland EMT (for FF/EMT), Maryland Firefighter I certification or National Pro-Board Firefighter I certification or equivalent, Current BLS Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certified, Valid Maryland Class C driver's license (Class B preferred)

Salary: $46,883.20 - $59,238.40 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-12-13