Firefighter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Paramedic certification by the date of hire.
• Firefighter certification on the date of hire.
• Licensed as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE) within one year of hire.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license within 60 days of hire and maintained during employment as an Edina Fire employee.
• Knowledge of Department rules, regulations, procedures, and policies; fire control equipment and its locations on vehicles; capabilities and limitations of department vehicles and equipment; and applicable City ordinances and local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and codes.
• Ability to respond quickly, remain flexible and adaptable, maintain composure under stress, and lead emergency responses using sound judgment.
• Ability to perform strenuous duties in emergency and austere situations, including physical tasks described in the posting.
• Verbal and written communication, public speaking, reading comprehension, and interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with varied audiences, understand work-related materials, receive direction, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to prepare EMS patient reports using computer software.
• Ability to work with and incorporate the perspectives of people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Successful completion of a background check, medical exams, and drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in applied science in Fire Science, or a bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration or a related field.
• Previous experience as a paramedic/firefighter or in emergency response.
• Current licensure as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE).
• Completion of Firefighter I/II curriculum approved by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or an equivalent program conforming to NFPA 1001 and certified by IFSAC and/or Pro Board.
• Current paramedic certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire protection and prevention duties.
• Provide emergency medical services (EMS).
• Respond to technical rescues and hazardous material incidents.
• Provide public education.
• Maintain fire equipment and station facilities.
• Lead emergency situations as needed, using sound judgment and decisive actions to protect lives and property.
• Prepare written reports on EMS patients using computer software.
• Operate fire control equipment and department vehicles.
• Perform strenuous duties in emergency and austere situations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage through six Health Partners medical plans, including an employer-covered individual plan and low-cost family plans.
• Dental coverage, including an employer-covered individual plan and low-cost family plans.
• Optional supplemental vision plan for glasses and contacts.
• Long-term disability insurance at no cost and an optional short-term disability plan.
• $50,000 basic life insurance at no cost, with an optional buy-up.
• Participation in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with City contributions, plus a 457 Deferred Compensation plan.
• 12 or more paid vacation days per year, increasing with length of employment.
• 13 paid holidays.
• 12 days of sick leave accrual per year.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption.
• Up to $3,000 per year in incentives for education and special operations.