Paramedic / Firefighter

Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency; Ranson (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent paid continuing education

WVEMSRS retirement

Uniforms provided

Job summary

A county fire department in West Virginia is looking for certified paramedics to join their team. The role requires multiple certifications, including NREMT and WV Paramedic certifications, as well as various firefighter certifications. The agency offers excellent benefits, uniforms, and a commitment to professional growth. Starting salary corresponds with previous experience, alongside a guaranteed 3% COLA increase on July 1, 2025. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current NREMT Paramedic certification required.
• Current WV Paramedic certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Current CPR certification.
• Completion of an approved Hazardous Materials Awareness course.
• Completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Firefighter I certification (WV, ProBoard, or equivalent).
• Firefighter II or Vehicle & Machinery Rescue Operations.

Skills

CPR certification

Hazardous Material Awareness course

Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)

Firefighter I certification

Firefighter II certification

Valid Driver's License

Firefighter I

Firefighter II or Vehicle & Machinery

Education

Current NREMT Paramedic certification

Current WV Paramedic certification

Job description

Requirements

Be at least eighteen (18) years of age

Current NREMT Paramedic certification

Current WV Paramedic certification, or the ability to obtain within 60 days

Current CPR certification

Completion of an approved Hazardous Material Awareness course

Completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)

Valid Drivers License

Firefighter I certification (WV, ProBoard, or another acceptable equivalent)*

Firefighter II certification OR Vehicle & Machinery Rescue Operations*

About JCESA

We are WV's 1st career County Fire Department certified to offer both fire and EMS services. We offer top-notch equipment, the first ground RSI program in the state, excellent paid continuing education, a commitment to evidence-based medicine, and great customer service. We provide uniforms, excellent benefits to include a WVEMSRS retirement. 93% of our field staff work a 24/72 shift rotation.We operate a County owned 911 EMS system based out of VFDs across the County and utilize their fire apparatus to provide fire and rescue services to the community. Come be part of our growing department.

Starting salary consummate with qualified previous career experience. Additional 3% COLA increase on July 1, 2025.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

If the number of well-qualified candidates exceeds the number of openings available, excess candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for hire as positions become available.

JCESA is an equal opportunity emergency service provider, employer, and community partner of Jefferson County WV.