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Fire Service Career Opportunities

Below you will find Career Opportunities throughout the Fire Service in the Commonwealth of Virginia. All listings will be posted for a maximum of 30 days unless a designated deadline is defined within the text.


Firefighter/Medic - City of Williamsburg

Title Firefighter/Medic
Organization City of Williamsburg, VA Fire Department
Salary Range Starting: $36,492.00
(plus $5,200 per year for EMT-Paramedic
or $ 2,500 per year for EMT-Intermediate);
Plus Benefit Package
Closing Date 1630 hours: Monday, June 17th 2013
Description Twenty-four hour shift personnel to provide fire and EMS protection.

Will provide emergency medical care, respond with their assigned unit to fire alarms and other emergencies as required; extinguish fires and protect life and property against the hazards of fire; participate in fire prevention activities; exercise prudent use, care and maintenance of fire/rescue apparatus and property; drive fire/rescue apparatus. Will perform other related work as required/assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Must possess current Virginia Drivers License or ability to obtain one, High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and must be eighteen years of age or older.
Certifications Preferred:
EMT-P, EMT-I, EMT-B and/or Tidewater Regional Fire Academy.
Additional Information Will be required to complete Tidewater Regional Fire Academy or Southside Regional Fire Academy, or has successfully completed either Academy.
Contact Applications are available at:
www.williamsburgva.gov
or the City Manager's Office at:
401 Lafayette Street
Williamsburg, VA 23185
220-6105. EOE.
Applications should be mailed or returned to the above address no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2013.

Civilian Fire Inspector - County of Loudoun

Title Civilian Fire Inspector ~ Part Time
Organization County of Loudoun
Hourly Rate $16.82 ~ $23.80
Closing Date June 7th 2013
Description The Loudoun County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management is seeking qualified candidates for a permanent part-time position (no more 20 hours per week) as a Civilian Fire Inspector. Position requires general knowledge of methods, principles, practices, techniques, procedures, and equipment related to fire prevention activities, with special emphasis on the various codes and regulations used in Loudoun County. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Selected candidates will be required to perform assigned fire, life safety, explosive use, storage, and transport inspections and related follow up activities in a timely and professional manner. Other duties include but are not limited to: providing complete, accurate reports to customers and supervisors; issuing permits in accordance with the Loudoun County Fire Prevention Code and related ordinances; assisting the code enforcement supervisor with research of codes and other regulations to ensure Loudoun County Fire Prevention Code remains current; providing timely and accurate responses to citizen requests for assistance in the interpretation of local codes and regulations in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner; and assisting in the maintenance of the inspections files.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma/GED
  • AND 4 years of fire and rescue experience,
    • to include experience in fire protection,
    • fire prevention,
    • fire investigations,
    • and/or explosives.
  • Must possess NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector, EVOC, and CPR certifications
  • and a valid driver's license at time of hire.

Selected candidates will be required to attend training to maintain certifications. Associate’s degree in relevant public safety field or business/public administration.
Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Certifications requested but not required include NFPA Hazardous Materials Operations and NFPA Firefighter II. May be required to work special events occurring at night and or on weekends.

POST CONDITIONAL OFFER CONTINGENCIES

To be considered for hire, successful candidate must complete and submit an on-line application, participate in an in-person interview, as well as successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation that includes a driving record check and drug screening.

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application
Contact County of Loudoun ~ an EOE
(703) 777-0213
E-Mail:

Medic - County of Spotsylvania

Title (550) Medic ~ Full Time
Organization County of Spotsylvania
Salary Range $38,631 (Entry Level Salary)
Closing Date June 14th 2013
Description Performs emergency response work involving emergency medical care, emergency rescue, specialized rescue, and/or operating associated equipment and apparatus; trains in the methods and techniques of emergency response and use of equipment/apparatus; inspects and maintains equipment; performs various maintenance and custodial duties at the assigned station. Employee is subject to the normal hazards of emergency rescue work. Reports to assigned station Lieutenant/Captain. This position is essential. Personnel occupying this position may be scheduled to work regardless of weather conditions and/or when general County offices are closed. Person(s) in this position will encounter sensitive information in the performance of their duties and is expected to maintain that information confidentially.
Qualifications
  • HS/GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in emergency medical technician programs,
  • one (1) year of advanced previous experience and/or emergency medical care training;
  • or any equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Required to possess and maintain a valid CPR, EMT-Paramedic or EMT-Intermediate, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • or equivalent certifications,
  • and a valid driver’s license or recognized equivalent(s) with appropriate endorsement(s).
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certifications within 12 months of employment.
Additional Information
  • After successful completion of the FREM Recruit Academy, the employee shall advance and perform the requirements of a Firefighter/Medic classification.
Contact Romona C. Sturm
Telephone: 540-507-7290
E-Mail:

Firefighter/Medic - County of Spotsylvania

Title (549) Firefighter/Medic ~ Full Time
Organization County of Spotsylvania
Salary Range $42,593 (Entry Level Salary)
Closing Date June 14th 2013
Description Performs skilled technical work in operating a mobile medical unit, rescuing victims, administering emergency medical care to patients during transport to medical facilities, responding to emergency/non-emergency calls, administering advanced/basic life support treatment and performing general firefighting duties; performs various maintenance and custodial duties at the assigned station; responsible for performing in accordance with established emergency medical procedures and techniques, but must exercise considerable independent judgment in diagnosing a victim’s condition and in applying life sustaining medical care. Employee is subject to the normal hazards of emergency rescue and firefighting work. Reports to assigned station Lieutenant/Captain. This position is essential. Personnel occupying this position may be scheduled to work regardless of weather conditions and/or when general County offices are closed. Person(s) in this position will encounter sensitive information in the performance of their duties and are expected to maintain that information confidentially.
Qualifications
  • HS/GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in emergency medical technician and fire fighting programs;
  • supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or
  • training in Emergency Medical Technician work and fire fighting;,
  • or any equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Required to possess and maintain a valid Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Material Operations, CPR, EMT-Paramedic
  • or EMT-Intermediate, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
  • or equivalent
  • and a valid driver’s license or recognized equivalent(s) with appropriate endorsement(s).
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain an International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification within 12 months of employment and a Driver Pump Operator certification within 24 months of employment.
Contact Romona C. Sturm
Telephone: 540-507-7290
E-Mail:

Firefighter - County of Spotsylvania

Title (548) Firefighter ~ Full Time
Organization County of Spotsylvania
Salary Range $38,631 (Entry Level Salary)
Closing Date June 14th 2013
Description Performs emergency response work involving firefighting, fire suppression, emergency medical care, emergency rescue, specialized rescue, hazardous material response, hazardous material containment or cleanup work in response to alarms; operates associated equipment and apparatus; trains in the methods and techniques of emergency response and use of equipment/apparatus; inspects and maintains equipment; performs fire inspections; performs various maintenance and custodial duties at the assigned fire station. Employee is subject to the normal hazards of emergency rescue and firefighting work. Reports to the assigned station Lieutenant/Captain. This position is essential. Personnel occupying this position may be scheduled to work regardless of weather conditions and/or when general County offices are closed. Person(s) in this position will encounter sensitive information in the performance of their duties and is expected to maintain that information confidentially.
Qualifications
  • HS/GED and a valid driver’s license or recognized equivalent(s) with appropriate endorsement(s).
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain all certifications contained within the County’s Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management (FREM) Recruit Academy curriculum.
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Driver Pump Operator certification within 24 months of employment.
Contact Romona C. Sturm
Telephone: 540-507-7290
E-Mail:

Emergency Services Technician - Fauquier County

Title Emergency Services Technician
Organization Fauquier County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management
Salary Range $40,000.00
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Description EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!
Starting salary:
$ 40,000.00 (42 hour) $46,000.00 (48 hour)

Advance life support incentive:
7.5% of base salary for Advanced
10% of base salary for Intermediate
12% of base salary for Paramedic

Full-Time Permanent, 12 hour shift
Full-Time Permanent, 24 hour shift
Subject to 24-Hour Call

Respond to fire alarms; operate fire pumps; fight fires; perform rescues; lift carry, drag, lay, and connect hose lines and appliances; assist in loading and unloading ladders; perform salvage and overhaul operations; direct traffic and establish safety zones; Provide emergency medical assistance and basic life support emergency medical care; ride on ambulances in response to emergency calls and in the transport of patients to or from a medical facility; Provide advanced life support care to critical ambulance patients in accordance with regional and local medical protocols and/or on-line medical control upon approval and direction of medical director and/or hospital-based physician/medical control physician; Inspect and test fire apparatus and ambulances and their emergency equipment; maintain proper inventory of equipment and supplies for County EMS and fire units; clean and sanitize equipment; ensure that equipment is in proper and good working order; assist in cleaning and maintaining fire station and grounds; Perform physical fitness training; participate in a continuous training program to improve competence in firefighting, medical clinical work and in rescue vehicle service and operation; Complete and maintain accurate records, forms, and reports for various administrative, operational, and training activities; Perform related tasks as required.
Qualifications EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must be 20 and 6 months at time of appointment. Possession of Firefighter II, HazMat Operations, EMT, EVOC I/II. Must meet and maintain minimum qualifications and certifications for position as established by the department.

Interested applicants must submit a Fauquier County Online Application by the posted close date.http://jobs.fauquiercounty.gov
Additional Information POST OFFER REQUIREMENTS:
All offers are contingent on a successful background and reference check. EEO/AA/M/F/D
Contact Angela Gibson
Telephone: 540-422-8306
E-Mail:

Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate/Paramedic - Prince George

Title Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate/Paramedic
Organization Prince George
Salary Range $37,716.00 - $40,545.00
Closing Date Open until filled
Description Prince George County is currently seeking qualified applicants for Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate/Paramedic. This position will be responsible for responding to emergency calls; providing basic and advanced life support emergency medical services; assisting in the suppression of fires; preparing and maintaining detailed records. Starting Salary: Intermediate ($37,716), Paramedic ($40,545).
Qualifications Must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by emergency medical technician. Must possess the following certifications to be considered: (Virginia or National Registry EMT-Basic, Enhanced, Intermediate or Paramedic and EVOC. Applications will not be considered if current certifications are not included with application. Must have a favorable driving history and credit record with no convictions of felonies or serious misdemeanors.Pre-employment physical/drug testing and comprehensive criminal and financial background check, to include fingerprinting, required. Applicants will be required to submit a current DMV record at the applicant's expense. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must complete and maintain CPR, NIMS, ICS, State Certified Firefighter I and Haz-Mat Operations within 18 months of employment. BLS providers must complete and maintain EMT-Intermediate within 24 Months of employment. Must meet and maintain all departmental requirements for the position.
Additional Information To be considered for this position, applicants must fill out a County application which can be completed online at www.princegeorgeva.org. For additional information, please call (804)722-8669. EOE.
Contact Aimee Francoeur
Telephone: 804-722-8669
E-Mail:

On-Call Fire Medic - Prince George

Title On-Call Fire Medic
Organization Prince George
Salary Range $16.75 - $19.50 Hourly
Closing Date Continuous
Description The County of Prince George, Virginia is currently seeking certified applicants for the purpose of creating an on-call pool to be utilized to fill in during times of staff shortages. This position will cover various shifts as needed. Hourly Wage: $16.75-19.50 This position will be responsible for responding to emergency calls; providing basic and advanced life support emergency medical services; assisting in the suppression of fires; preparing and maintaining detailed records.
Qualifications Must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by emergency medical technician. Must possess the following certifications to be considered: (Virginia or National Registry EMT-Basic, Enhanced, Intermediate or Paramedic and EVOC. Applications will not be considered if current certifications are not included with application. Must have a favorable driving history and credit record with no convictions of felonies or serious misdemeanors.Pre-employment physical/drug testing and comprehensive criminal and financial background check, to include fingerprinting, required. Applicants will be required to submit a current DMV record at the applicant's expense. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must complete and maintain CPR, NIMS, ICS, State Certified Firefighter I and Haz-Mat Operations within 18 months of employment. BLS providers must complete and maintain EMT-Intermediate within 24 Months of employment. Must meet and maintain all departmental requirements for the position.
Additional Information To be considered for this position, applicants must fill out a County application which can be completed online at www.princegeorgeva.org. For additional information, please call (804)722-8669. EOE.
Contact Aimee Francoeur
Telephone: 804-722-8669
E-Mail:

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  • Last Updated: Monday, December 13, 2010