City of Erlanger
Fire/EMS: Firefighter/EMT (24/48) or Firefighter/Paramedic (24/48) or Paramedic
City of Erlanger, Erlanger, Kentucky, United States, 41018
Fire/EMS: Firefighter/EMT (24/48) or Firefighter/Paramedic (24/48) or Paramedic (24/48)
These positions are full‑time, 24/48 schedule roles within the City of Erlanger Fire/EMS department. Applicants may apply for any of the listed positions. The following descriptions are organized by each specific role starting with Firefighter/EMT.
Base Pay Range $54,700.00/yr – $73,815.00/yr
Firefighter/EMT (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
I ($54,700–62,378, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
None
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician under Kentucky law. Requires active fire suppression, use of SCBA, and adherence to hazardous duty status. Position involves exposure to hazardous atmospheres, injuries, infectious diseases, and significant physical demands.
Essential Functions:
Operate all fire apparatus and ambulances; provide fire protection and emergency medical care; conduct fire inspections, equipment maintenance, and preventive testing; complete accurate reports; maintain certifications; participate in drills, community outreach, and educational programs; inspect residential and commercial occupancies for code compliance; maintain and service vehicles, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Minimum 48 hours per week, 24/48 shift; valid driver’s license; good character with no detrimental police record; solid personal appearance; knowledge of modern fire and EMS principles; entry‑level; minimal supervisory skills; analytical, communication, and judgment abilities; ability to complete required training and recertification.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Accountability – Accept responsibility and account for actions.
Analytical Skills – Use reasoning to solve problems.
Oral Communication – Effective spoken communication.
Written Communication – Clear and concise written communication.
Customer Oriented – Attend to customers while following procedures.
Decision Making – Make critical decisions following procedures.
Empathy – Show sensitivity to others’ feelings.
Ethicality – Demonstrate conduct conforming to values and standards.
Initiative – Take actions to achieve goals.
Tenacity – Persist to complete goals.
Working Under Pressure – Complete tasks under stressful conditions.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Minimum: One year as EMT and one year as firefighter; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire Science or related field.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑B; Kentucky Certified Career Firefighter; CPR Provider; Hazardous Materials Operations; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: Specialized Rescue Skills; Desired: IFSAC FF I, FF II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend are constant or frequent. Lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch sensitivity; ability to wear PPE during fire and patient care.
Work Environment:
Exposure to dangerous building collapses, flames, smoke, debris, hazardous materials, infectious diseases, wet/humid weather, moving mechanical parts, fumes, electrical shock, and vibration. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for disabilities.
Expectation for All Employees:
Familiarize with departmental procedures and City personnel policies; support City mission, vision, and values through excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, community commitment, and accountability.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
Firefighter/Paramedic (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
H ($66,800–73,815, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
None
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of Firefighter, EMT, and Paramedic per Kentucky law. Requires active fire suppression, SCBA use, and hazardous duty status. Exposed to building collapse hazards, hazardous materials, infectious diseases, and physical demands similar to the EMT role.
Essential Functions:
Operate fire apparatus and ambulances; provide fire protection and emergency medical care; conduct inspections, preventive maintenance, and testing; complete reports; maintain certifications; participate in drills, demonstrations, and educational programs; inspect and enforce code compliance; maintain and service vehicles and facilities.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Similar to EMT role with emphasis on paramedic duties; valid driver's license; good character; physical conditioning; minimal supervisory skills; analytical and communication skills; ability to complete training and recertification.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Same list as EMT role.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Minimum: One year as paramedic and one year as firefighter; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire or EMS Science or related field.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑P; Kentucky Certified Career Firefighter; ACLS Provider; CPR Provider; Hazardous Materials Operations; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: ACLS Instructor; Desired: PALS Provider/Instructor; Desired: Specialized Rescue Skills; Desired: IFSAC FF I, FF II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations; Must maintain EMT‑P Certification and career firefighter hours.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend; lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch; PPE usage.
Work Environment:
Same hazards as EMT role; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Expectation for All Employees:
Same as EMT role.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
Paramedic (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
H ($61,370, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
EMTs
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of EMT‑Paramedic under Kentucky law. Requires active patient care and active response to emergencies.
Essential Functions:
Operate ambulances; provide care, treatment, and transportation of patients; maintain equipment; participate in drills and education; inspect occupancies; maintain and service equipment and facilities.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Similar to EMT role with emphasis on paramedic clinical skills; valid driver's license; good character; physical conditioning; minimal supervisory skills; analytical, communication, and judgment abilities; ability to complete training.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Same list as EMT role.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire or EMS Science or related field; Minimum: One year as paramedic.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑P; ACLS Provider; CPR Provider; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: ACLS Instructor; Desired: PALS Provider/Instructor; Must maintain EMT‑P Certification.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend; lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch; PPE usage.
Work Environment:
Same hazards as EMT role; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Expectation for All Employees:
Same as EMT role.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
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Base Pay Range $54,700.00/yr – $73,815.00/yr
Firefighter/EMT (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
I ($54,700–62,378, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
None
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician under Kentucky law. Requires active fire suppression, use of SCBA, and adherence to hazardous duty status. Position involves exposure to hazardous atmospheres, injuries, infectious diseases, and significant physical demands.
Essential Functions:
Operate all fire apparatus and ambulances; provide fire protection and emergency medical care; conduct fire inspections, equipment maintenance, and preventive testing; complete accurate reports; maintain certifications; participate in drills, community outreach, and educational programs; inspect residential and commercial occupancies for code compliance; maintain and service vehicles, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Minimum 48 hours per week, 24/48 shift; valid driver’s license; good character with no detrimental police record; solid personal appearance; knowledge of modern fire and EMS principles; entry‑level; minimal supervisory skills; analytical, communication, and judgment abilities; ability to complete required training and recertification.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Accountability – Accept responsibility and account for actions.
Analytical Skills – Use reasoning to solve problems.
Oral Communication – Effective spoken communication.
Written Communication – Clear and concise written communication.
Customer Oriented – Attend to customers while following procedures.
Decision Making – Make critical decisions following procedures.
Empathy – Show sensitivity to others’ feelings.
Ethicality – Demonstrate conduct conforming to values and standards.
Initiative – Take actions to achieve goals.
Tenacity – Persist to complete goals.
Working Under Pressure – Complete tasks under stressful conditions.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Minimum: One year as EMT and one year as firefighter; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire Science or related field.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑B; Kentucky Certified Career Firefighter; CPR Provider; Hazardous Materials Operations; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: Specialized Rescue Skills; Desired: IFSAC FF I, FF II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend are constant or frequent. Lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch sensitivity; ability to wear PPE during fire and patient care.
Work Environment:
Exposure to dangerous building collapses, flames, smoke, debris, hazardous materials, infectious diseases, wet/humid weather, moving mechanical parts, fumes, electrical shock, and vibration. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for disabilities.
Expectation for All Employees:
Familiarize with departmental procedures and City personnel policies; support City mission, vision, and values through excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, community commitment, and accountability.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
Firefighter/Paramedic (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
H ($66,800–73,815, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
None
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of Firefighter, EMT, and Paramedic per Kentucky law. Requires active fire suppression, SCBA use, and hazardous duty status. Exposed to building collapse hazards, hazardous materials, infectious diseases, and physical demands similar to the EMT role.
Essential Functions:
Operate fire apparatus and ambulances; provide fire protection and emergency medical care; conduct inspections, preventive maintenance, and testing; complete reports; maintain certifications; participate in drills, demonstrations, and educational programs; inspect and enforce code compliance; maintain and service vehicles and facilities.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Similar to EMT role with emphasis on paramedic duties; valid driver's license; good character; physical conditioning; minimal supervisory skills; analytical and communication skills; ability to complete training and recertification.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Same list as EMT role.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Minimum: One year as paramedic and one year as firefighter; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire or EMS Science or related field.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑P; Kentucky Certified Career Firefighter; ACLS Provider; CPR Provider; Hazardous Materials Operations; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: ACLS Instructor; Desired: PALS Provider/Instructor; Desired: Specialized Rescue Skills; Desired: IFSAC FF I, FF II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations; Must maintain EMT‑P Certification and career firefighter hours.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend; lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch; PPE usage.
Work Environment:
Same hazards as EMT role; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Expectation for All Employees:
Same as EMT role.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
Paramedic (24/48) Department:
Fire/EMS
Job Status:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Reports To:
Shift Officers
Salary Band:
H ($61,370, starting pay dependent on qualifications)
Travel:
5%
Work Schedule:
24/48 Shift
Positions Supervised:
EMTs
Position Summary:
Meets the definition of EMT‑Paramedic under Kentucky law. Requires active patient care and active response to emergencies.
Essential Functions:
Operate ambulances; provide care, treatment, and transportation of patients; maintain equipment; participate in drills and education; inspect occupancies; maintain and service equipment and facilities.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Similar to EMT role with emphasis on paramedic clinical skills; valid driver's license; good character; physical conditioning; minimal supervisory skills; analytical, communication, and judgment abilities; ability to complete training.
Position Qualifications (Competency Statements):
Same list as EMT role.
Education:
Minimum: High School Graduate or GED; Desired: Associate Degree in Fire or EMS Science or related field; Minimum: One year as paramedic.
Skills & Licenses:
Minimum: Kentucky Certified EMT‑P; ACLS Provider; CPR Provider; Valid Driver’s License; ICD 100, 200, 700, 800; Desired: ACLS Instructor; Desired: PALS Provider/Instructor; Must maintain EMT‑P Certification.
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, run, lift, push/pull, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend; lift capacities range from
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch; PPE usage.
Work Environment:
Same hazards as EMT role; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Expectation for All Employees:
Same as EMT role.
The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment; the City may change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as deemed appropriate.
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