Paramedic to Firefighter

City of Southfield Human Resources; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

City of Southfield is seeking a Paramedic Firefighter to respond to emergencies, perform rescue and medical care, and maintain firefighting and EMS certifications. You will train daily, manage station facilities, and participate in drills while ensuring readiness for 24-hour shifts and on-call status.

Applicants must have or be pursuing Michigan Paramedic licensure, be a U.S. citizen, 18+, and hold a high school diploma. The process includes testing and background checks before employment.

Qualifications

• Must have or be in school for a State of Michigan Paramedic License at time of application.
• Be a U.S. citizen; 18+ years old; HS diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass CPAT or OPAT within the last year by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, first aid and related emergencies; protect lives and property.
• Participate in daily drills, maintain equipment, apparatus and buildings.
• Engage in fire safety surveys, pre-plans and routine station housekeeping.
• Operate EMS equipment; evaluate and treat patients in medical emergencies; maintain EMS and firefighting skills.

Skills

Firefighting

Emergency Medical Services

CPR & First Aid

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Paramedic License (MI)

Job description

Description

ONLY APPLY TO THIS POSITION IF YOU DO NOT HAVE FIRE I AND II CERTIFICATIONS OR ANY CURRENT FIREFIGHTING EXPERIENCE. IF YOU ARE A CURRENT FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC PLEASE APPLY TO THE FIREFIGHTER‑PARAMEDIC POSITION THAT IS POSTED. Please check your email inbox, spam and junk folders for important communication regarding your hiring status. If you unsubscribe from emails, you will not receive notices to schedule interviews and testing.

Representative Job Duties

An employee is responsible for effectively responding to fire, rescue, first aid, and related emergencies; participating in daily drills, protecting life and property; maintaining equipment, apparatus and buildings; participating in fire safety surveys and pre-plans, performing routine housekeeping of fire station facilities, grounds, and equipment, and participating in training activities, and other work as assigned. Work is subject to the hazards encountered in emergency fire and rescue operations, including the physical and mental stresses inherent in public safety work. Subject to a 24-hour shift and on-call status when required. Emergency medical care and related duties as assigned. Operation of E.M.S. equipment, evaluate and treat patients in medical emergencies. Employees in this class will maintain E.M.S. and firefighting skills as well as their Paramedic License throughout City of Southfield tenure.

Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield

• Must have or be in school for a State of Michigan Paramedic License at the time of application. Must have a State of Michigan Paramedic License before date of hire.
• Be a U.S. citizen; 18 years of age or older at the time of application; Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record as determined by the City’s Driving Standards.
• Must have no felony convictions and no record of serious misdemeanor convictions.
• Applicants must successfully pass or have proof of successfully passing a Physical Ability Test (CPAT or OPAT) within the last (1) year by date of hire.
• Must have a current passing test score (at least 70%) on record with Empco by date of application and have The City of Southfield Fire Department selected in your profile. (Register with Empco at https://www.empco.net/). Test fees are the responsibility of the applicant.

Supplemental Information

The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant’s qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, a written examination, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation, and must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical exam prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for one year from placement on the Eligibility List.

Overview

We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave and more!

City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary

• Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out
• Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus

Blended Pension Plan Employees

• Defined Benefit SERS
• 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service
• 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement
• 10 Years Vesting
• 5% Employee Contribution

Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare

• 3% 401 a City Contribution
• 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum)
• 5 Year Vesting Schedule

https://www.missionsq.org/

Retirement Health Savings

• Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month.
• https://www.healthcare.gov/
• 5 years of years of service: 50% vested
• 6 years of service: 75% vested
• 7 years of service: 100% vested
• Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation.

Life Insurance MetLife

• Benefits
• The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule:
• AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance

Medical Elections

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025)
• Community Blue PPO 10
• Community Blue PPO 12
• Community Blue PPO 15
• HAP HMO
• Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date.
• Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment.
• COBRA coverage through TASC – in the event of separation– you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months.

Retirement Savings Account

• Supplemental
• MissionSquare 457b
• or T. Rowe Price 457b
• Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax.
• Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement.
• Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available.

Tuition Reimbursement

• 75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books.

Residency Bonus

• Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible.
• Fire and Police Excluded

Exposure to MetLife / AFLAC / EAP / FMLA / FSA & Dependent Care

• MetLife
• Voluntary Term Life and ADD
• Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee.
• AFLAC Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton [e-mail].
• EAP Ulliance
• Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services.
• FMLA
• Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor.
• FSA & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses.
• Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025.
• Renew Annually, it’s not automatic.

Union Contracts | City of Southfield

• 01
• Do you currently have a valid Paramedic License/Certification?
• 02
• If not, are you currently enrolled in a Paramedic program?
• 03
• If you are enrolled in a Paramedic Program, what is your expected date of graduation?
• 04
• Have you completed the Michigan Fire I and II Certification or do you have State Reciprocity?
• 05
• If not, are you enrolled in a Fire Academy?
• 06
• If you are enrolled in the fire academy, what is your expected date of graduation?
• 07
• Are you currently working as a certified Firefighter?
• 08
• If not, have you been employed as a certified firefighter within the last 30 days?
• 09
• If you are separated from employment as a firefighter, did you leave in good standing?
• 10
• You are required to have a passing score of 70% or above through the EMPCO testing system in order to be considered for employment. What did you score on the EM