Firefighter / EMT

Warren County is seeking highly motivated and skilled candidates to fill the position of a Firefighter/EMT, with the Warren County Fire and Rescue Department. This position performs responsible protective service work providing fire suppression and emergency medical services. The work is often performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazard.

This position is responsible for responding to fires and emergency medical services calls, fire suppression, emergency medical response and related duties, and maintaining the station and equipment.

A successful candidate must possess some knowledge of firefighting techniques and procedures as applied to fire suppression, some knowledge of emergency medical techniques and procedures, the ability to learn technical firefighting principles and techniques and principles of hydraulics as applied to fire suppression, some knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the County, some knowledge of hazardous materials and accident extrication principles and techniques, the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, the possession of physical endurance and agility, the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, volunteers and the general public.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire, have a high school diploma or equivalent, have a valid Virginia driver's license and must be insurable.

Minimum requirements include certification as a Virginia Firefighter I or Pro Board-certified Firefighter 1, Virginia Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVOC) and Virginia Emergency Medical Technician.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

The hiring range is $53,766.01-$63,910.89, depending on qualifications and experience, and includes an excellent benefits package.

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Warren County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

A pre-employment criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening is required. For any questions, please contact Warren County Human Resources, 220 N. Commerce Avenue, Suite 100, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, 540-636-4600. HR@warrencountyva.gov

Requirements: EMT certification

Salary: The hiring range is $53,766.01-$63,910.89, depending on qualifications and experience, and includes an excellent benefits package.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled