Firefighter/Paramedic

Gilmer County Government; Ellijay (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

13 paid holidays

Birthday PTO day

Wellness Day PTO

Additional PTO

Job summary

Gilmer County Fire & Emergency Services in Ellijay, GA is hiring a Firefighter/Paramedic. The role combines fire suppression, emergency medical care, rescue operations, and community outreach to protect and educate the public.

The department offers a strong compensation package with starting pay at $21.50 per hour and a total annual compensation of about $64,994.50, plus enhanced retirement benefits and generous leave.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Georgia Firefighter Certification or NPQ I within 1 year of hire.
• State of Georgia Paramedic Certification required.
• Must meet NFPA and Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act requirements.
• Valid Georgia driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Fire suppression and emergency response.
• Emergency medical care and patient stabilization.
• Rescue operations during incidents.
• Public safety education and community outreach.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Firefighter Certification or NPQ I Certification within 1 year of hire

State of Georgia Paramedic Certification

NFPA & Georgia Firefighter Standards & Training Act requirements

Valid Georgia driver's license

Job description

Now Hiring: Firefighter/ParamedicGilmer County Fire & Emergency ServicesGilmer County is excited to announce a significant compensation and benefits enhancement for our Firefighter/Paramedic positions, reinforcing our commitment to recruiting and retaining exceptional public safety professionals in the Appalachian region. Competitive New Pay StructureFirefighter/Paramedic starting pay increased to $21.50 per hourEquivalent annual compensation of $64,994.50This increase establishes Gilmer County as a highly competitive employer among fire and emergency service agencies throughout the Appalachian area. Enhanced Retirement Benefits (Implementation Phase)Gilmer County has also approved a new retirement program that will provide a significantly richer retirement benefit for our employees.Gilmer County Government will save for your future so that you do not have to!Enhanced the match portion.3:3:3 retirement plan, county will match up to 3% of the employee's contribution at a full dollar for dollar and will also contribute 3% regardless of contribution.Employees have the opportunity to earn 9% per pay period towards their retirement by simply contributing 3%!Designed to strengthen long-term financial security for our workforce. Comprehensive Benefits PackageIn addition to competitive pay, Gilmer County offers a robust benefits package, including:Parental leave13 paid holidays1 Birthday PTO day1 Wellness Day PTOAdditional paid time off and benefitsThese benefits reflect our commitment to employee well-being, work-life balance, and long-term career sustainability. Position OverviewFirefighter/Paramedic are essential to the safety and well-being of our community and are responsible for:Fire suppression and emergency responseEmergency medical careRescue operationsPublic safety education and community outreach Serve Where You’re ValuedJoin a department that values its people, invests in their future, and supports professional growth—while serving a strong, close-knit Appalachian community. Apply today and build a rewarding career with Gilmer County Fire & Emergency Services.General Nature of WorkThe purpose of this position is to perform Fire Department and Paramedic emergency and non-emergency operations during assigned shifts; engages in emergency scene activities including defense/exterior basic firefighting tasks and emergency medical care; and performs a variety of staff support functions, and other related work as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS· Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.· Georgia Firefighter Certification or NPQ I Certification within 1 year of hire.· State of Georgia Paramedic Certification Required.· Ability to meet and maintain current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act.· Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license.ADA Requirements: Individuals applying for the posted position must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Physical Requirements: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (50-100 pounds).Work Environment: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to outside weather conditions and with ammunition. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Work is performed in both daylight and at night and may be required to travel speeds more than posted limits through areas of varying population densities and traffic congestion, and in inclement weather conditions. Work involves exposure to personal danger and psychological stress.