Firefighter/Paramedic

The City of Wausau, Wisconsin (population 39,994) is now accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.

If you are an EMT-Basic actively enrolled in Paramedic training in one of the WI Technical College system programs to obtain your EMT-Paramedic license on or before August 1, 2024, we welcome to you apply!

Lateral Hire opportunities may be available for candidates who have at least two (2) years of previous service with a Fire Department.

The City of Wausau Fire Department is a Full-time Career Department with 74 members, all trained to perform multiple tasks to our high standards. The Mission of the Wausau Fire Department is to provide rapid, professional, emergency services to protect and enhance our community. To accomplish this Mission, the department employs members who believe and live by the Core Values of Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Compassion.

Minimum Requirements: 18 years of age or older, High School Diploma, GED, or HSED, Valid Unrestricted Driver’s License.

• State of Wisconsin or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) License -and- actively enrolled in Paramedic training in one of the Wisconsin Technical College system programs to obtain EMT-Paramedic licensure on before August 1, 2024 -or- State of Wisconsin or National Registry EMT-Paramedic License
• State of Wisconsin Firefighter I Certification (or IFSAC Accredited)
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS) 700 and 100 Certifications
• Hazardous Materials Operations Certificate
• CPAT Certification obtained within the last 12 months from anticipated hire date (Spring 2024)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,835.74 - $6,560.10 per month

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person