Firefighter EMT or Firefighter Paramedic
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
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The Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District is currently accepting applications for full-time Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic positions (FF/PM preferred).
Applicants must possess a valid Iowa driver's license. Minimum requirements include certification as an Iowa or National Firefighter I (Firefighter II preferred), Hazardous Materials Operations, and Iowa Emergency Medical Technician – Basic certification or Paramedic certification.
Copies of all required certifications must be submitted with your application.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and less than 65 years old.
Wages for July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 Step 1 Firefighter/EMT: $62,105Step 1 Firefighter/Paramedic: $70,224 Step 2 Firefighter/EMT: $64,589
Step 2 Firefighter/Paramedic: $73,033 Step 3 Firefighter/EMT: $67,173
Step 3 Firefighter/Paramedic: $75,955 Step 4 Firefighter/EMT: $69,859
Step 4 Firefighter/Paramedic: $78,993 Step 5 Firefighter/EMT: $72,654
Step 5 Firefighter/Paramedic: $82,153
To qualify for Steps 2-5 (Lateral Entry), applicants must provide proof of full-time experience in a comparable agency for two or three years.
The district operates 3 stations with 3-5 personnel each on a 48/96-hour schedule, responding to over 4,200 calls annually.
Interested individuals should submit an employment application along with copies of current certifications. This position remains open until filled, with applications reviewed as received.
Successful candidates will undergo a criminal background check, drug screening, and physical examination post-offer.
The full job description can be found here.
Apply today and ignite your career with the Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District!
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Additional InformationApplicants should have a current (within 1 year) physical agility evaluation (PAE) and pass a written exam conducted by the Central Iowa Fire and EMS Testing Consortium. More details are available here.
Candidates will participate in interviews with Chief Officers and mid-level supervisors. Interview dates and times are to be determined and will be held at 6373 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131.
Post-offer, all positions require a criminal background check, drug test, and physical exam.
For inquiries, contact Deputy Chief Brynne Burrough at
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