Fire Paramedic

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 2,493,456 - 4,734,811; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Generous paid leave

Job summary

A local emergency services agency in Birmingham, Alabama, seeks a Fire Paramedic for full-time duties responding to emergency and non-emergency calls. Responsibilities include administering advanced life support and maintaining equipment. Candidates must have a current Paramedic License and be at least 18 years old. The role offers competitive pay based on location within the Merit System and comprehensive benefits, ensuring a vital role in public safety.

Qualifications

• Current Paramedic License and NREMT certification required.
• Must be at least 18 years old by job closing date.
• Ability to obtain Firefighter I/II certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls to provide medical assistance.
• Conduct fire safety activities for the public.
• Maintain and inspect firefighting and medical equipment.

Skills

Emergency medical response

Fire suppression techniques

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate

Current Paramedic License

Tools

Firefighting equipment

Medical equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Fire Paramedics in the Merit System are responsible for responding to fire calls, emergency medical calls, rescue operations, and a variety of non‑emergency calls to protect lives and property. Employees are often required to perform advanced life support (ALS) procedures, including administering injections, starting IVs, and cardiac monitoring. Fire Paramedics also spend time performing custodial maintenance of fire equipment, fire apparatus, rescue vehicles, and station quarters. Work is performed within established policies and procedures and is reviewed through performance evaluations by a Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain, or Fire Chief.

Compensation & Benefits

Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, an employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

Pay ranges for this position vary by Merit System employing agency:

• Bessemer: $18.02 - $27.95
• Birmingham: $22.15 - $34.37
• Fairfield: $15.98 - $24.78
• Fultondale: $18.98 - $29.44
• Gardendale: $20.65 - $32.04
• Homewood: $21.02 - $32.61
• Hueytown: $18.03 - $27.97
• Irondale: $21.58 - $33.48
• Leeds: $20.11 - $31.21
• Midfield: $14.50 - $22.49
• Mountain Brook: $22.12 - $34.31
• Pleasant Grove: $18.19 - $28.22
• Tarrant: $18.19 - $28.22
• Vestavia Hills: $20.35 - $31.56

Target Close Date

12/31/2026

Pay Grade

Grade 21

Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a current Paramedic License and be a National Registered Paramedic (NREMT).
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the announcement closing date.
• Possess a High School Diploma or a G.E.D. certificate by the announcement closing date.
• No felony convictions.
• Must be able to obtain a Firefighter I/II certification within one year of the hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification.
• Passing score on the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) if not Firefighter I/II certified.

Typical Job Duties

• Administers invasive health care to patients/victims by following accepted medical guidelines and using specialized medical equipment for the treatment of life‑threatening emergencies.
• Administers non‑invasive healthcare to patients/victims by following accepted medical guidelines and using specialized medical equipment for treating various health‑related conditions.
• Conducts fire safety activities for the general public that are designed to reduce the risk of fire‑related incidents from occurring and enhance awareness of general fire safety precautions.
• Deploys fire hoses of varying diameters with different nozzle specifications and incorporates available appliances into fire suppression activities.
• Participates in activities that project a positive image of the department to the public by attending off‑site facilities or hosting visitors at the station to conduct trainings, tours, and other community‑related activities.
• Minimizes property loss from incidents by inspecting the scene, assessing what areas of the incident should be preserved for investigation, protecting property from unnecessary damage, and determining what debris should be left undisturbed to permit later investigation.
• Locates and removes victims from incident scenes by utilizing specialized rescue techniques and equipment for extrication of victims to minimize trauma, ensure life safety, and transport to the appropriate patient care facility.
• Participates in duties related to the maintenance and appearance of the fire station.
• Participates in formal and informal training, sessions, and drills to acquire the proper training needed to carry out assigned duties in accordance with department policies and procedures and national guidelines.
• Carries out officer/incident commander’s fire suppression orders by following incident response guidelines to extinguish the fire and ensure life safety of victims.
• Ensures proper operation and readiness of apparatuses, equipment, and personal gear used for incident response by performing scheduled cleaning, inspections, and maintenance to enable safe and effective incident response and mitigation.

Physical Demands

Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or running. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing in excess of 75 lbs. Work requires the physical ability necessary to combat/extinguish fires, respond to emergency medical calls, and deliver patient care.

Work Environment

Work is conducted both indoors in employer‑owned facilities (e.g., fire station) as well as regular field visits to external places of business, residences, and emergency medical facilities. Work involves use of firefighting/lifesaving equipment and may be exposed to hazardous weather conditions, roadway traffic, infectious diseases, and angry or irate citizens.

EEO Statement

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

Accommodation

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at [e-mail] or phone at 205‑279‑3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

Note

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.