LATERAL FIREFIGHTER/EMT
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
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Job summary
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District in Reno, NV is seeking a Lateral Firefighter/EMT with current Firefighter I & II and EMT/AEMT credentials. The role requires completion of the probationary period and at least one year of full-time Firefighter/EMT experience with a public agency.
The district offers comprehensive benefits, Nevada PERS retirement, and strong career development opportunities in a fast-growing Northern Nevada community.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Complete Firefighter probationary period with current employer and at least 1 year of full-time Firefighter/EMT experience with a public fire district or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Current Nevada EMT or National Registry EMT or AEMT certification.
- Current NFPA Firefighter I and II certifications recognized through IFSAC/Pro Board or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Respond to structure fires, wildland fires, rescue incidents, medical emergencies, and hazardous-material incidents.
- Provide emergency medical care within the EMT/AEMT scope.
- Operate and maintain firefighting, rescue, EMS, and wildland equipment.
- Participate in fire suppression, rescue operations, training, prevention, and station activities.
- Maintain required records and reports.
Education
Job description
Bring your firefighting experience to Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and continue your career serving one of Northern Nevada's fastest-growing communities. Join a professional team committed to operational excellence, continuous development, and service to the community.
Applicants must have completed their Firefighter probationary period with their current employer, and must have at least one year of current, full-time, continuous employment as a Firefighter/EMT. This one year of experience may include probationary time. The experience must be with a public fire district, agency, authority, or department that provides all-risk Fire/EMS services.
TMFPD offers a combination of retirement value, comprehensive benefits, professional opportunities, employee support, and quality of life that makes Northern Nevada an exceptional place to continue your fire service career.
Nevada PERS provides a defined-benefit retirement program for eligible public employees. The employee's required Nevada PERS contribution is paid outside of the posted salary in accordance with the current collective bargaining agreement.
If a future employee contribution-rate increase exceeds 3%, the District pays the first 3% of the increase, and any amount above 3% is shared equally between the District and the employee.
No Nevada state income tax on salaries or wages.
Employees in positions covered by Nevada PERS are not subject to the 6.2% Social Security (OASDI) payroll tax on their TMFPD wages. Medicare withholding still applies as required by federal law.
Qualifying owner-occupied primary residences generally receive a 3% annual cap on increases to the property-tax bill.
TMFPD provides medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid leave, retirement benefits, holiday benefits, and additional programs designed to support employees and their families throughout their careers.
TMFPD maintains a Peer Support network focused on firefighter wellness, confidential support, resilience, and connecting members with appropriate resources when needed.
Reno places you within easy reach of alpine lakes, high-desert recreation, skiing, fishing, hiking, water recreation, live performances, concerts, and year-round events throughout Northern Nevada and the Sierra.
World-class scenery and year-round recreation are part of life in Northern Nevada. Enjoy mountain trails, alpine lakes, boating, paddle sports, beaches, and outdoor adventures just a short drive from Reno.
Experience dramatic high-desert scenery, outdoor recreation, and renowned Lahontan cutthroat trout fishing north of Reno.
Multiple mountain resorts provide convenient access to downhill skiing, snowboarding, and winter recreation.
Explore high-desert trails and mountain routes throughout the region.
Enjoy boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and lake days.
Discover concerts, theater, festivals, dining, and events in Reno.
The Truckee River, Pyramid Lake, Lake Tahoe, and the surrounding mountain waters offer a wide range of fishing opportunities in the region.
TMFPD members may have opportunities to develop specialized capabilities, support regional operations, and pursue assignments beyond regular company responsibilities.
- Hazardous Materials – Advanced technical training and opportunities to support hazardous-material incident response.
- Rapid Extraction Module Support – REMS assignments supporting firefighter rescue in remote and complex incident environments.
- Incident Command Development – Opportunities to build Incident Command System qualifications and expand operational leadership experience.
- Off-District Wildland Overhead Deployments – Qualified members may pursue off-district overhead assignments supporting large and complex wildland incidents.
Graduation from high school or equivalent education.
Applicants must have completed their Firefighter probationary period with their current employer, and must have at least one year of current, full-time, continuous employment as a Firefighter/EMT. This one year of experience may include probationary time. The experience must be with a public fire district, agency, authority, or department that provides all-risk Fire/EMS services.
- Valid driver's license.
- Current State of Nevada or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT or AEMT certification.
- Current Firefighter I and II certifications meeting NFPA standards and recognized through IFSAC, Pro Board, or equivalent certification.
Applicants must attach documentation supporting all required licenses and certifications to the application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that each attachment is current, legible, and successfully uploaded.
- Successfully complete the District's Lateral Fire Academy.
- Obtain NWCG S-130 and S-190 certifications by the end of the academy.
- Obtain CPR certification with hands-on skills assessment by the end of the academy.
- Obtain a Nevada Class C driver's license with an F endorsement, or qualifying equivalent, within six months of appointment.
- Maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout employment.
Employees hired after May 1, 2024, must successfully complete an accredited Paramedic program within 36 months of employment with the District, at the employee's expense.
The District will accommodate scheduling needs to allow employees to attend required Paramedic education and training. Employees are responsible for coordinating their work schedules with their school schedules and using available leave accruals or other approved time off to meet program requirements.
Employees must pass the TMFPD skills assessment within 12 months of obtaining State of Nevada or National Registry Paramedic certification.
- Applications Open: October 21, 2026
- Application Deadline: November 11, 2026
- Interviews and Skills Assessments: Week of December 7, 2026
- Anticipated Lateral Academy: First Quarter 2027 (January-March). Exact dates have not yet been finalized.
Recruitment dates are tentative and subject to change. Applicants selected to continue in the process will receive additional scheduling information.
Under general supervision, the Firefighter/EMT performs firefighting activities in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; provides emergency medical care; responds to emergency and public-assistance incidents; and performs related work as required.
- Respond to structure fires, wildland fires, rescue incidents, medical emergencies, hazardous-material incidents, and public-assistance calls.
- Provide emergency medical care within the scope of EMT or AEMT certification.
- Operate and maintain firefighting, rescue, EMS, and wildland equipment.
- Participate in fire suppression, rescue operations, training, fire prevention, public education, and station activities.
- Maintain assigned equipment and prepare required records and reports.
The selection process includes a skills assessment and required pre-employment evaluations. Applicants will be notified of applicable scheduling instructions as they advance through the recruitment.
- Application Review: Review of applications, required certifications, lateral experience, and minimum qualifications.
- Skills Assessment: Anticipated during the week of December 7, 2026.
- Interview: Anticipated during the week of December 7, 2026.
- Background Investigation: Required pre-employment background investigation, paid by District.
- Psychological Evaluation: Required pre-employment psychological evaluation, paid by District.
- Polygraph Examination: Required pre-employment polygraph examination, paid by District.
- Medical Examination: Required medical examination and applicable pre-employment requirements, paid by District.
All required selection and pre-employment components must be successfully completed before appointment. The District may adjust the order, format, or scheduling of the selection process. Participation in the process does not guarantee appointment.
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