Firefighter (Certified) - Full-time

pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongJoin Our Team as a Firefighter in the City of Johns Creek!/strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Are you ready to make a difference and serve your community in a meaningful and impactful way? The City of Johns Creek Fire Department is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our ranks as Firefighters. If you possess a strong sense of responsibility, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to help others in their time of need, this is the opportunity for you./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongWHY CHOOSE US?/strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongCommunity Impact:/strong As a Firefighter, you will be on the front lines, responding to emergencies and providing vital medical care. You'll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of your neighbors and fellow residents./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongCutting-Edge Training:/strong We provide state-of-the-art training to prepare you for any situation. You'll receive the education you need to excel in your role from advanced medical techniques to modern firefighting strategies./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongCareer Growth:/strong We believe in investing in our team members' growth. With various opportunities for advancement, promotions, and specialized training, you can build a rewarding and long-lasting career within our department./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongTeam Camaraderie:/strong Join a tight-knit family of professionals who support and uplift each other. You'll work collaboratively in high-stress situations, forging bonds that last a lifetime./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongCompetitive Pay:/strong /span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"span style="text-decoration:underline;"Paramedics/span will start between strong$23.58 and $26.85 per hour, earning up to $73,998 annually/strong. Plus, an strongannual Paramedic Bonus of $2,500/strong.br //spanspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"span style="text-decoration:underline;"EMTs/span will start between strong$20.41 and $23.23 per hour, earning up to $64,045 annually/strong./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"We are currently offering a generous strong$5,000 sign-on bonus (after the completion of one year)/strong! We offer excellent healthcare options and fantastic retirement benefits, including 12% of your base pay to 401a, $1 for $1 up to 5% match in the 457(b) retirement plans with financial adviser services available at no additional cost (this could be a total of strong22%/strong!)./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongYOUR NEW ROLE/strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Working on a 48/96-hour rotation with 10 shifts/month, you will respond to emergency calls, including fires, medical incidents, rescues, and hazardous materials incidents. Your skills will be tested to provide immediate medical care and support to patients in various situations. You will operate firefighting and emergency medical equipment with precision and skill and collaborate with fellow firefighters and first responders to ensure a coordinated and efficient response./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongREQUIREMENTS/strong/span/p ul lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred)./span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Valid driver's license with a clean driving record./span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Georgia State-certified EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate, EMT Advanced, or Paramedic/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"BLS Certification/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Certified State of Georgia Firefighter/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"NPQ Firefighter I/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"NPQ Firefighter II/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Strong physical stamina and the ability to work in high-stress environments./span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team./span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"No felony convictions/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"2+ years of experience as a certified Firefighter with a paid professional fire department/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"20/20 vision with or without correction/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Ability to hear within the normal range with or without correction/span/li lispan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"18 years or older/span/li /ul pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongABOUT US/strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"The City of Johns Creek is a vibrant jewel nestled in the thriving northeast suburbs of Metro Atlanta. As the 10th largest city in Georgia, we take pride in our community of 82,000 residents and 260 dedicated employees who contribute to its growth and well-being. Established in December of 2006, Johns Creek has emerged as a beacon of safety in Georgia, consistently earning high marks on safewise.com's rankings. We are committed to upholding this reputation as we move forward. Johns Creek was ranked the #1 Best Atlanta Suburb in 2024 by livability.com and the #1 place to raise a family in Georgia by Niche.com. We aim to pioneer health, wellness, and innovation, continually drawing residents and businesses from all corners to call Johns Creek their home./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongJOIN US/strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Ready to take the next step in your career as a Firefighter? Apply now by submitting your resume, cover letter, and certifications through our online application portal. Join us in upholding the safety and well-being of the City of Johns Creek./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongBENEFITS BOOKLET:/strong/span/p pspan style="font-size:12pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;"https://johnscreekga.b-cdn.net/app/uploads/2025/01/benefits-brochure.pdf/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:/strong The City of Johns Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other class or status protected by law./span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"strongIMPORTANT/strong: By submitting your resume online, you hereby authorize the City of Johns Creek to contact, obtain, and verify the accuracy of the information contained in this application from all previous employers, references, and educational institutions. You also hereby release from liability the City of Johns Creek and its representatives for seeking, gathering, and using such information to make employment decisions and all other persons or organizations for providing such information. strongYou understand that any misrepresentation or material omission made by you on this application will be sufficient cause for cancellation of this application or immediate termination of employment if you are employed, whenever it may be discovered./strong/span/p pspan style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"emstrongInterested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information via this online portal. No unsolicited letters, emails, telephone calls, or in-person submissions will be considered in fairness to other potential candidates for this position./strong/em/span/p br / pspan style="display:none;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12pt;"Top of Form/span/p br / pstrongstrong style="box-sizing: border-box;"The City of Johns Creek is a drug free workplace and all positions are subject to the candidate successfully passing a background screening./strong/strong/p