City of Traverse City, Michigan
Firefighter/Paramedic
City of Traverse City, Michigan, Traverse City, Michigan, United States, 49685
Firefighter/Paramedic Position – Traverse City Fire Department
The City of Traverse City Fire Department is accepting applications for Firefighter/Paramedics to join a community‑focused department that prioritizes your long‑term career. TCFD prioritizes physical and mental health, professional development, and career stability.
The department operates two stations and responds to approximately 4,100 calls annually. This recruitment is intended to fill seven suppression positions within a total of 33 budgeted positions. Employees are represented by IAFF Local 646.
Compensation
2025 annual salary range: $64,799 – $76,961
Lateral entry (up to three years): up to $74,358
Scheduled wage increases:
4% in 2026
3% in 2027
3% in 2028
Promotional opportunities
Tuition reimbursement and degree stipend
Department staffing includes four Captains, four Lieutenants, one Fire Inspector, and 24 Firefighters
Health, dental, and vision insurance
PA 345 Pension with a 2.0% multiplier
Vested at 10 years
No age restriction
IAFF MERP retiree healthcare
2.5% employee contribution
Uniform allowance of $600 annually
Twelve paid holidays
Residency Requirement
Residency required within a 30-mile radius from 12 months of hire date
Six percent salary bonus for employees residing within Traverse City city limits
Required Qualifications Applicants must possess:
Michigan Firefighter I and II certification, and
Michigan Paramedic certification or NREMT–Paramedic certification
Certifications eligible for reciprocity will be accepted.
Testing Information
Physical Agility Test: January 30, 2025
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by
January 16, 2026
Visit the Job Posting on the jobs website
https://www.traversecitymi.gov/jobs/
for more information on the position.
TO BE CONSIDERED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME AND COPIES OF FIREFIGHTER I AND II CERTIFICATION OR PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION
Please submit to the City of Traverse City, Human Resources Office, 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49684 or via email to job@traversecitymi.gov.
Traverse City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries Government Administration
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The department operates two stations and responds to approximately 4,100 calls annually. This recruitment is intended to fill seven suppression positions within a total of 33 budgeted positions. Employees are represented by IAFF Local 646.
Compensation
2025 annual salary range: $64,799 – $76,961
Lateral entry (up to three years): up to $74,358
Scheduled wage increases:
4% in 2026
3% in 2027
3% in 2028
Promotional opportunities
Tuition reimbursement and degree stipend
Department staffing includes four Captains, four Lieutenants, one Fire Inspector, and 24 Firefighters
Health, dental, and vision insurance
PA 345 Pension with a 2.0% multiplier
Vested at 10 years
No age restriction
IAFF MERP retiree healthcare
2.5% employee contribution
Uniform allowance of $600 annually
Twelve paid holidays
Residency Requirement
Residency required within a 30-mile radius from 12 months of hire date
Six percent salary bonus for employees residing within Traverse City city limits
Required Qualifications Applicants must possess:
Michigan Firefighter I and II certification, and
Michigan Paramedic certification or NREMT–Paramedic certification
Certifications eligible for reciprocity will be accepted.
Testing Information
Physical Agility Test: January 30, 2025
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by
January 16, 2026
Visit the Job Posting on the jobs website
https://www.traversecitymi.gov/jobs/
for more information on the position.
TO BE CONSIDERED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME AND COPIES OF FIREFIGHTER I AND II CERTIFICATION OR PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION
Please submit to the City of Traverse City, Human Resources Office, 400 Boardman Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49684 or via email to job@traversecitymi.gov.
Traverse City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries Government Administration
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