Firefighter-Paramedic (Lateral Transfer Only)

Under direction this position is responsible for preforming a wide variety of tasks while engaged in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires, in responding to emergency medical calls, extracting and rescuing individuals from fire and entrapment, treating the sick and injured, response and mitigation of hazardous materials incidents, operation and maintenance of fire department equipment, apparatus and stations on an assigned shift, as well as additional duties as assigned. This position also will train regularly, may review work and supervise and assign staff in the absence of a fire captain. This position requires evening and weekend duties which will be performed at various locations within the district.

The Firefighter-Paramedic has the responsibility for motivating, supervising, and the development and presentation of training activities to both paid and volunteer fire fighters in the absence of and/or with direction from the Fire Captain. The Firefighter-Paramedic may be responsible for prioritizing and completing tasks associated with non-emergency response activities such as pre-fire planning, fire safety education, and on-shift training activities in the absence of and/or with direction from the Fire Captain. Incumbents are required to participate in the care and maintenance of the fire stations, apparatus equipment, and grounds. The Firefighter-Paramedic must be skilled in and capable of performing firefighting duties, and preform these duties as necessary.

Duties include: Responds to fire alarms, operates pumps, auxiliary equipment, fire hose, ladders, extinguishers, tools, and other related equipment. Is comfortable in confined spaces and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus. Will direct the activities of assigned apparatus. The Firefighter/Paramedic may work as the initial incident commander until relieved by the Fire Captain or Battalion Chief. Directs and participates in the ventilation of burning buildings. Responds to vehicle accident scenes; directs and performs extrication techniques. Makes decisions regarding medical calls, emergency rescues and fire suppression. Assists with cleaning of quarters, apparatus and equipment. May develop lesson plans and deliver training to personnel. Completes ongoing shift work and project work. Keeps abreast of modern principles and practices of structural and wildland fire suppression, EMS, Hazardous Materials, and technical rescue. Responsible for writing and completing incident reports. Studies locations of streets, fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and Knox box locations. Maintains all required paperwork and documentation. Assists Fire Inspectors with inspections. Drives and operates fire apparatus and staff vehicles. Greets and assists the public in a helpful manner. Monitors budget expenditures.

Benefits include: 30-day waiting period for health insurance, 48-96 work schedule, 100% employer-paid Nevada Police/Fire PERS, 14.5% incentive pay based on education and certifications, Annual physical fitness incentive pay, 100% employer-paid health and dental care coverage with 80% dependent coverage, Annual HSA Preload, Optional annual and sick leave buy-out, Care Flight Subscription.

Candidates successfully hired through the Firefighter Lateral process may be eligible to receive credit for time served. Pay shall be provided at 5% above or below the candidate's current base wages with their previous employer, without exceeding SCFPD step 3 (out of 5 possible steps). Lateral candidates will receive a preloaded leave balance of 48 hours of annual leave and 96 hours of sick leave.

Requirements: Current Nevada Driver's License, Paramedic certification, Experience as Firefighter/Paramedic with progressive all risk fire department, Graduate of approved Paramedic Program, Advanced degree in fire, health or environmental science (highly desirable)

Salary: $86,374.10 - $99,116.27 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-11