Firefighter/Paramedic — Competitive Pay & Benefits

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

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.