Paramedic/Firefighter

Join our team as a Paramedic/Firefighter! In this vital role, you'll be responsible for all aspects of fire protection, prevention, EMS, technical rescue, hazardous material response and public education. You'll also perform maintenance on fire equipment and station facilities, ensuring they remain in top condition.

As a Paramedic/Firefighter, you may be called upon to lead emergency situations, using your sound judgment and decisive actions to protect lives and property. Be a part of a dedicated team making an impact every day in your community.

What the City of Edina offers:

• Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage: 6 affordable Health Partners medical plans and 1 dental plan with employer covered individual plan and low-cost family plans.
• Vision: Optional supplemental vision plan for glasses and contacts.
• Disability Insurance: Long-term disability at no cost and an optional short-term disability plan.
• Life Insurance: $50,000 basic life insurance at no cost with an optional buy-up.
• Retirement Plan: Participation in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with City contributions, plus a 457 Deferred Compensation plan.
• Paid Time Off: 12+ days of paid vacation per year which increases with length of time employed, 13 paid holidays, and 12 days of sick leave accrual per year.
• Paid Parental Leave:  Six weeks of paid leave for birth of baby/adoption.

Paramedics/firefighters may receive an additional $3,000 per year in incentives for education and special operations.

Per the Local 1275 contract, upon hire after Jan. 1, 2025, a lateral transfer may be credited with their years of full-time experience for the purpose of wage placement and vacation accrual, as determined by the Fire Chief. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Paramedic certification by the date of hire.
• Firefighter certification on the date of hire.
• Licensed as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE) within one year of hire.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license within 60 days of hire and maintained during employment as an Edina Fire employee.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree in applied science degree in Fire Science or bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration or a related field.
• Previous experience as a paramedic/firefighter, emergency response preferred.
• Current licensure as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE).
• Completion of Firefighter I/II curriculum as approved by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) or an equivalent program conforming to NFPA 1001, certified by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and/or Pro Board.
• Current paramedic certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Successful Job Performance: 

• Knowledge of current Department rules, regulations, procedures and policies;
• Knowledge and ability to operate all fire control equipment, including specialized devices such as thread adapters, fittings and connectors not frequently used, as well as their locations on each vehicle;
• Knowledge of capabilities and limitations of department vehicles and equipment, and ability to anticipate conditions that may exceed limitations;
• Knowledge of City ordinances, local, State and Federal laws, regulations and codes relating to Department activities and services;
• High level of flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to respond quickly;
• The ability to maintain composure in stressful situations;
• The ability to perform strenuous duties in emergency and austere situations;
• The ability to respond as a leader in emergency situations requiring the use of sound judgment and decisive actions;
• Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences and to perform public speaking,  and reading comprehension skills sufficient to read, understand and interpret varied work-related materials; 
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange and/or convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective working relationships;
• Ability to prepare written reports on EMS patients using computer software.
• Ability to work and incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities, people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Physical Requirements:

Employees are required to take appropriate safety precautions, wear protective clothing and equipment, observe and hear commands and see signals for help, climb ladders, balance, kneel, crouch, reach, walk and/or run on uneven surfaces, and drag up to, and in excess of, 150 pounds.

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, medical exams and drug testing.