Firefighter/Medic (Firefighter/Paramedic)

Fairfax County Government; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department seeks qualified paramedics/firefighters to provide Basic and Advanced Life Support, firefighting, and rescue services. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for fully qualified new county employees, with duties including patient assessment, medication administration, equipment operation, and public safety outreach.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and Virginia EMT-P or National Registry Paramedic certification, plus a valid

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or GED.
• License/ certification: Virginia EMT-Paramedic and/or National Registry Paramedic.
• Valid driver’s license at time of application and during employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessment and provide Basic and Advanced Emergency Medical Care to stabilize patients prior to transport.
• Communicate with supervising physician or hospital to relay patient history and condition.
• Administer medications via intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intraosseous, or sublingual routes.
• Perform advanced emergency medical procedures and participate in ongoing training (including TECC and FACT*R).
• Respond to emergency calls, engage in firefighting, rescue operations, and EMS duties as part of a team.
• Drive emergency apparatus and operate fire pumps, hydraulic systems, ladders, and related equipment.
• Assist in public safety education, community risk reduction, and outreach activities.
• Maintain equipment and perform related duties under supervision as required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Virginia EMT-P Certification

National Registry Paramedic

Job description

Job Announcement

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) is seeking qualified individuals for a paramedic/firefighter role. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for fully qualified new county employees.

About the Department

FCFRD provides basic and advanced life support (BLS and ALS) EMS, fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, water rescue, life safety education, fire prevention, and arson investigation services. The department operates across 39 stations with diverse urban, suburban, and rural coverage and employs approximately 2,000 personnel (uniformed, professional, and volunteer). Personnel work rotating 24-hour shifts. The department maintains several advanced apparatus and units and supports an international urban search and rescue team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessment and provide Basic and Advanced Emergency Medical Care to stabilize patients prior to transport.
• Communicate with supervising physician or hospital to relay patient history and condition.
• Administer medications via intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intraosseous, or sublingual routes.
• Perform advanced emergency medical procedures and participate in ongoing training (including TECC and FACT*R).
• Respond to emergency calls, engage in firefighting, rescue operations, and EMS duties as part of a team.
• Drive emergency apparatus and operate fire pumps, hydraulic systems, ladders, and related equipment.
• Assist in public safety education, community risk reduction, and outreach activities.
• Maintain equipment and perform related duties under supervision as required.

Illustrative Duties by Functional Area

• Fire Suppression – respond to alarms, deploy hose lines, enter buildings, ventilate, perform salvaging, operate pumps, search for victims, and provide first aid.
• Advanced Life Support – serve as ALS provider on assigned units, perform advanced assessment and treatments, administer medications, and complete ePCR documentation.
• In Each Functional Area – attend training, participate in drills, perform station duties, and maintain records.

Employment Standards

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to: high school graduation or GED.

Licenses and Certificates Required:

• Valid driver’s license at time of application and during employment in uniformed service.
• Certificate as Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services EMT-P and/or National Registry Paramedic at time of application.

Following successful recruit training, additional certifications are required or recommended, including Hazardous Materials Operations, EVOC, CPR, and full ALS certification, as well as ICS 100 and ICS 700.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Maintain a fitness level sufficient for fire suppression and rescue activities, as demonstrated by Fitness and Assessment Program requirements (unless on approved light duty).
• Successfully complete a criminal background check, polygraph, and physical ability test prior to appointment.
• Must be 18 years old at application; tobacco-free at appointment with a no-tobacco agreement.
• Maintain appropriate medical ratings as required; accommodations considered case-by-case.

Physical Requirements

• Reach above shoulder and perform bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and other physical activities.
• Work with arms overhead, stand, sit, push, and stoop; all duties performed with or without accommodation.

Selection Process

• Application review
• Personal History Statement
• Written exam
• Physical Abilities Test (PAT)
• Polygraph, medical examination, psychological evaluation
• Background check and eligibility for EMS certification

Fairfax County is diverse, with many residents speaking languages other than English at home. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Fairfax County Government is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

For more information, visit the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department website and social media channels.