Firefighter/EMT Job at City of Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg, VA

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  • City of Fredericksburg
  • Fredericksburg, VA

Job Description


VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

FIREFIGHTER/EMT

Salary Range: $55,932 - $61,525 (D.O.E)

The City of Fredericksburg Fire Department is seeking pre-certified Firefighter/EMTs. Applicants should possess strong teamwork skills, a passion for public service, and a commitment to safety and excellence. Candidates will join a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to protecting and serving the community. The department offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement. If you are ready to make a difference and have the qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our team.

Benefits of working for the Fredericksburg Fire Department
  • ALS Certification stipend above base pay of $4,000 for Advanced EMTs, $6,000 for EMT-Intermediates, and $10,000 for Paramedics upon release to practice by the Department’s EMS Physician.
  • Bilingual Pay incentive
  • Career Development Plan consisting of three 5% steps (Fire Technician I, Fire Technician II, and Fire Master Technician).
  • College Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Optional paid training to advance EMS certification to EMT Advanced or Paramedic
  • Eligible for specialty teams (HAZMAT, Confined Space, Water/Dive Rescue, Tactical EMS, and Honor Guard)
  • VRS Retirement (1.85%) with Hazardous Duty supplement (LEOs)
  • Retirement Health Insurance stipend
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, and Holiday leave
  • 13 paid holidays a year

Successful applicants for a Firefighter/EMT vacancy will be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED.  Successful applicant for this vacancy requires the possession of the certification from Virginia Department of Fire Programs, Firefighter I and II or proboard equivalent; EMT-Basic; Current CPR Certification, Emergency Vehicle Operators Level III preferred; Hazardous Materials Operations; IS-100/200/700/800; current driver’s license.

For more information, please contact the City of Fredericksburg Fire Department Administrative offices at 540-372-1059. Criminal background and driving record checks required. Applicant Physical Agility Testing and Written Exam will be administered on September 20th, 2025. Applicants meeting standards for testing will be invited to attend this date via email. Those applicants who successfully complete the testing on the 20th will be invited on a first come first serve basis to interview on the 25th of September. No alternative dates are available. We are announcing these dates in advance to grant applicants opportunity to manage their schedules.

Come join us as part of a knowledgeable and energetic organization committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community through commitment to the City’s Core Values of Agile Innovation, Abundant Compassion, Outstanding Customer Service, Energized Work Environment, Essential Engagement and Unwavering Stewardship.

In order to meet testing requirements, applications, resumes, and required certifications must be submitted by 4:00 pm on September 14, 2025. Applications and additional information may be found at .

  The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA  22401
FXBGhire@fredericksburgva.gov
 

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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