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Position Closing Date: May 26, 2026

The Madison Fire Department is now accepting applications for Firefighter/EMT!
We are looking for responsible, compassionate individuals who value community service and are interested in a rewarding career. No prior experience in fire or EMS is necessary to apply. Our employees are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to providing learning and development opportunities at all levels. We strive to provide exceptional skill and the highest level of customer service to our community and visitors. Successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to effectively work with diverse communities.

Under the general supervision of the Company Officer, employees must exercise considerable judgment, initiative and skill in the performance of their duties to include work in:

The protection of life and property from fire;
Providing rescue and emergency medical services;
Containing and controlling the accidental release of hazardous materials;
Special rescue and emergency situations;
General maintenance and operation of fire department facilities and specialized fire apparatus and equipment;
Presenting related safety information;
Community outreach and engagement.

To apply or obtain more details, please visit HERE

Position Closing Date: May 31, 2026

The Overview:

A Firefighter I performs entry-level firefighting duties, including the safe and efficient operation of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) apparatus and equipment, provides medical care to the level of a basic emergency medical care technician, performs fire-suppression activities, conducts pre-emergency analysis, maintains equipment and grounds, performs public education in fire prevention, and participates in the physical-fitness program. The work is performed on a shift basis and is done in accordance with instructions and a well-defined routine. Considerable time is spent in the special and routine maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Work is normally performed under close supervision and is supervised by a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain.

The Opportunity:

Responds to and participates in firefighting, medical emergencies, auto extrications, hazardous materials incidents, and technical rescue incidents.

Safely drives and operates fire engines, ladder trucks, heavy rescue squads, medic units, and other specialized apparatus.

Supplies water from hydrants and static water sources and maintains proper pressure to supply lines, attack lines, master streams, foam devices, and fire protection systems, and operates aerial ladder devices.

Trains and drills on SCBA use; forcible entry, ventilation, deployment of ground ladders, utility control, elevator rescue, search and rescue, railroad and metro emergencies, natural disasters, terrorism, and WMD responses, communicating with portable radios, and handling detection and suppression systems.

Maintains a ready physical condition per department guidelines to be able to respond to the incidents listed above, including strength, aerobic, and flexibility conditioning.

Performs and evaluates necessary maintenance and cleaning of department vehicles, equipment, and tools to assure a constant state of readiness.

Maintains and inventories necessary supplies.

Learns and maintains skills related to computers and computer technologies; maintains required certifications at City, State, and Federal levels.

Attends city-required courses/classes.

Maintains area familiarization of target hazards to include high-risk locations such as nursing homes, assisted living, special needs facilities, schools, hospitals, federal buildings, industrial facilities (ex. ethanol plant), water plants, and historical buildings.

Maintains area building familiarization to include building construction, water supply, utilities (gas, electric, water), access, security, suppression, and detection systems.

Maintains public relations through station tours, neighborhood and City events, school visitations, smoke alarm installations, and public education activities.

Provides public fire education training to students in Alexandria schools, both public and private, and the residents of Alexandria.

Dedicated to teamwork with a strong desire for community service.

Passionate about learning and growing in both Fire and EMS.

Performs related work as required.

To apply or obtain more details, please visit HERE

Position Closing Date: May 10, 2026

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is recruiting candidates for Firefighter Recruit and Firefighter-Paramedic Recruit.

This is an opportunity to work in a high-performing, team-focused department serving a diverse and growing community across Contra Costa County.

What you’ll do as a Recruit:

-Participate in classroom training and manipulative exercises and drills
-Study and complete homework assignments
-Take quizzes and examinations
-Operate tools and equipment to learn and demonstrate proficiency
-Take manipulative performance examinations
-Participate in a physical fitness program defined by the Fire District
-Be responsible for successful completion of all assigned training and for demonstrating an acceptable level of
competence in all aspects of the training
-Train, operate, and work as part of a coordinated crew

To apply or obtain more details, please visit HERE

Position Closing Date: May 15, 2026

Public Safety Dispatcher
$11,333.30 -$14,577.05 Monthly
$135,999.57 - $174,924.57 Annually
The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District and the San Ramon Police Department jointly invite qualified applicants to submit an application for the position of Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher. We encourage highly qualified applicants to consider supporting our newly formed 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Center. Under direction and management of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District, the 9-1-1 Center provides the full array of public safety communication services for Police/Fire and EMS.

THE POSITION
Under the supervision of a shift lead, the Public Safety Dispatcher processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire, medical, and other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as Computer Aided Dispatch systems (CAD); and performs other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess a POST Basic Certificate, EMD Certificate, EFD Certificate, and knowledge in all disciplines of Police/Fire and EMS dispatching and one year as a Public Safety Dispatcher with a demonstrated background in the operation of modern Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems.  Note: The POST Basic Certificate is required at time of application. Without the POST Basic Certificate at time of application the candidate will not be considered.  

Work Schedule:  Public Safety Dispatchers work a 48 hours on/96 hours off schedule.

Compensation: Base Salary includes holiday, EMD, and FLSA pay. To qualify for holiday pay, you must be on a 56-hour schedule and to qualify for EMD pay, you must have passed the EMD course. 

DUTIES
Receives and processes 9-1-1, emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance, evaluates the information provided and creates CAD system events; provides pre-arrival and post-dispatch instructions to the caller or relays information to other jurisdictions; processes and prioritizes incoming calls.

Dispatches Police/Fire and EMS personnel and equipment on both routine and emergency calls utilizing a CAD system, multiple video display terminals, radio dispatching consoles, and related equipment.

Monitors and maintains status of public safety personnel and equipment; analyzes situations accurately and takes effective action to help ensure officer and firefighter safety; handle the reassignment of fire equipment to ensure adequate district-wide fire protection.

Provides operational support for police, fire, and medical operations; facilitates outside agency assistance and mutual aid requests; as requested, enters, updates, and retrieves information from teletype networks relating to wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen vehicles; handles tow requests and other information.

For the complete job description:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srvfire/classspecs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate. 

REQUIRED SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATES
P.O.S.T.- certified Public Safety Dispatchers' Basic Course certificate of completion required at time of application. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
One year as a Public Safety Dispatcher with a demonstrated background in the operation of modern Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems. 

APPLICATION PROCESS
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.  Candidates must apply online through Government Jobs at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srvfire.  
Candidates must include a resume and a copy of their Public Safety Dispatchers' Basic Course Certificate with the application. 
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at (925) 838-6628.

Human Resources hr@srvfire.ca.gov (925) 838-6628

To apply or obtain more details, please visit HERE

Position Closing Date: May 17, 2026

Are you a strategic, community-focused fire service leader who can lead high-performing teams, manage complex emergency operations, and guide a department in a dynamic tourism environment? If so, apply to be the City of Branson’s next Fire Chief!

We’re looking for an exceptional, visible leader who is:
• Highly experienced in fire service leadership
• A strong communicator with financial and operational expertise
• A mentor-minded professional committed to safety and accountability

Branson, Missouri, is a vibrant, tourism-driven community nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, known for its natural beauty, live entertainment, and strong sense of community. With approximately 12,869 residents and millions of annual visitors, Branson offers a unique blend of small-town charm and large-scale destination appeal. Branson operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Mayor is elected at-large, and the six-member Board of Aldermen is elected by ward.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned fire service professional with extensive leadership experience in complex, high-demand environments. They bring a strategic mindset and lead with confidence, integrity, and transparency. A strong communicator, this individual builds trust across the organization and community while maintaining accountability and professionalism. They are a visible and approachable leader who prioritizes safety, innovation, and team development. The successful candidate has experience in a unionized environment and demonstrates the ability to foster positive labor-management relationships. They are skilled in collaborative problem-solving, contract administration, and supporting collective bargaining processes, balancing organizational goals with workforce trust.

REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, or related field
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressive leadership experience, including command-level roles
• Firefighter I & II, Fire Officer I, Instructor I, and HazMat certifications
• FEMA NIMS certifications (IS-100, 200, 700)

PREFERRED:
• Executive Fire Officer (EFO) certification
• Master’s degree or advanced leadership training
• Experience in high-call-volume or tourism-based communities
• Experience working in a unionized fire service environment, including involvement in labor relations and collective bargaining

The City of Branson is offering a competitive salary range of 106,000 - $130,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

The Naperville Board of Fire and Police Commission is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Testing information, registration and Personal History Statement form (i.e. application) are available at:


www.publicsafetytesting.com


The testing period will be held between April 17th, 2026 and July 19th, 2026. You must test between these dates. Only scores from tests taken during this period will be accepted. There is no application fee.


All candidates are required to complete the Personal History Statement with PST by the testing deadline of July 18th, 2026.


Please note: only candidates with an active EMT-P (or RN license) and current CPAT will be eligible to move to the background stage. It shall be the Candidate’s responsibility to notify the City of Naperville’s BOFP Liaison upon attaining their licensure if obtained after the close of the testing period.


Additional information is located on the City’s Careers Page.



Salary Information:

As of 1/1/26, a FFPM will start at $85,257 (Step 1 Rate). If a FFPM has five years or more of full-time experience, their Advanced Technician Firefighter Certification through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal, and has successfully passed probation, they will move directly to Step 6 of the FFPM wages ($115,549 for 1/1/27). For an RN they will start at $82,896 (which is the FF Step 1 rate). They will move up to the Step 1 FFPM rate once they have gone through the Paramedic Bridge Program through Edward Hospital and successfully passed the National Certified Paramedic Exam.


This position is represented by the IAFF union. Wage rates and other benefits are subject to the language in the COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT (Download PDF reader).

Duties
The Naperville Fire Department is responsible for protecting approximately 150,000 residents living in a 50 square mile area. A nationally accredited agency, the Naperville Fire Department’s mission is to safeguard the lives and property of the citizens of Naperville. This is accomplished by providing professional, quality fire prevention and public education programs as well as effective and efficient fire suppression, emergency medical, rescue and other emergency services.


Over the past two decades, the Naperville Fire Department has experienced periods of rapid growth. The fire department has ten fire stations strategically placed throughout the city. Over the past two years, the Naperville Fire Department has updated and renovated its headquarters station (Station 7), Station 1, and Station 3, providing individual bunkrooms for members. The department is continuing to renovate our remaining stations, including the Fire Department Training Center, to better provide for our line personnel. Currently, the department employs more than 200 sworn personnel over ten stations, manning six engines, two heavy rescue squads, six paramedic ambulances, two ladder trucks, and two Battalion Commander vehicles 24 hours a day and servicing around 18,000 calls annually. The department anticipates holding a Fire Academy in the Fall of 2026.

Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States.
Age: Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age and under thirty-five (35) by the date of testing, unless otherwise exempt by statue. Minimum age for appointment to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic is twenty-one (21).
Education: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) at the time of application.
Licensure: Must be licensed as an Illinois EMT/Paramedic OR have passed the National Certified Paramedic Exam at the time of the background screen; OR be a current licensed RN able to go through the Paramedic Bridge Program through Edward Hospital.
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Ladder Climb Certification: Must have successfully completed the CPAT and Ladder Climb Exercise
Character: Must possess good moral character suitable to the role of a Firefighter/Paramedic. Must pass a thorough character and background investigation, which shall include a polygraph test.
Other: Must pass a medical examination and psychological assessment
Must meet all requirements of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Rules, City of Naperville Municipal Code, and laws of the State of Illinois.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION – these documents must be uploaded to the PST website (in addition to the completed Personal History Statement):

Copy of birth record
Copy of high school diploma or GED
Copy of valid driver’s license, front and back
Copy of valid CPAT and Ladder Climb Certification
Three (3) reference letters
Copy of IDPH Paramedic License (EMT-P) or proof of passing the National Certified Paramedic Exam, OR current RN License
PREFERNCE POINTS INFORMATION:

At the end of the testing period, the City will create an Initial Eligibility Register, which will be sent to all passing candidates. Candidates will have ten (10) days after the date of the Initial Eligibility Register to upload documents to claim Preference Points.

Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.


Click here (Download PDF reader) to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.


THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.

The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.