Durham Fire Department Job Opening - Firefighter/EMT

Durham Fire Department; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Durham Fire Department as a Firefighter/EMT and be part of a dedicated team committed to public safety. This position offers comprehensive training along with competitive compensation and benefits. Candidates must complete necessary certifications and training within the first year. The department encourages applications for both new and lateral transfer candidates.

Benefits

Educational incentives

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Must obtain Pro-Board Firefighter II certification within the first year.
• EMT certification through NREMT required.
• Complete an intensive probationary training program.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care and firefighting services.
• Pass necessary screening and certification processes.
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain certifications.

Skills

Psychological screening

Medical screening

Background screening

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

Education

College degree in a related field

Tools

CDL-B driver’s license

Job description

Join the Durham Fire Department as a Firefighter/EMT

The Durham Fire Department is excited to announce an opportunity for the position of Firefighter/EMT. We are currently accepting applications to fill an open vacancy and to create a hiring eligibility list.

What You’ll Need:

Applicants must meet the requirements of the NH Code of Administrative Rules PART Fire 701 (Mandatory Hiring Standards). This includes psychological, medical, and background pre-employment screening with a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certificate.

What You’ll Need to Achieve:

Within the first year of employment, candidates must successfully obtain Pro-Board Firefighter II certification; EMT certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT); CDL-B driver’s license (with Air Brakes and Tanker endorsement); and complete an intensive probationary training program.

Preferred Qualifications:

A college degree with course work in a related field and Advanced EMT certification is desired, but not required.

Lateral Transfers:

Lateral transfer candidates are encouraged to apply and must meet PART Fire 703 (Transfers).

Compensation:

The base pay range for the position is $50,056 to $70,364, commensurate with experience and NREMT certification level, plus educational incentives and a competitive benefits package.

Deputy Chief Robert Atwater
Durham Fire Department
51 College Rd
Durham, NH 03824

Applications will be reviewed as submitted. The application filing period and hiring eligibility list may remain active for up to twelve months.

Please do not include copies of your firefighting & EMS certificates.

The Town of Durham is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to receiving your application!

In any emergency, dial 911 for immediate assistance.

8 Newmarket Rd. Durham, NH 03824 [phone] | Contact Us