Certified Fire/EMS Professional

Job Summary

The Greenville Fire/Rescue Department is currently accepting applications for certified firefighter/EMS professionals. These positions work a 24-hour shift on duty, with three days (72 hours) off between shifts. Shift employees work an average of seven or eight 24-hour shifts per month.

Note: This recruitment process is for applicants who are already firefighter and EMS (dual) certified . See the "Minimum Qualifications" section for required certifications and other minimum qualifications.

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time.

Examples of Duties

These positions for the Greenville Fire/Rescue Department require the employee to play a multi-functional role. This role encompasses the many responsibilities required on the emergency scene as well as the daily tasks of maintaining a fire station, cleaning and inspecting equipment, and participating in training. General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency responses to Fire calls, EMS calls, Rescue calls, and other requests for service;
• Facilities and equipment maintenance; pre-fire planning; public education; child passenger seat installation;
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fire/Rescue Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum of H.S. Diploma or GED

Age: must be at least 18 years old

Requirements by position title:

Fire/Rescue Officer I- Annual Salary $45,718.40

Requires NC Firefighter II and NC HazMat Operations certification, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Fire/Rescue Officer II - Annual Salary $51,688.00

Requires NC Firefighter II, NC HazMat Operations, and NC Driver/Operator Series certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC Advanced EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Shift Paramedic - Annual Salary $57,075.20

Requires NC Firefighter II and NC HazMat Operations certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC paramedic credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

EMS Specialist - Annual Salary $59,696.00
Requires NC Firefighter II, NC HazMat Operations, and NC Driver/Operator Series certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days, and NC paramedic credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Additional Requirements for all positions:
• Must have a safe driving record and possess a valid driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges.
• Be a United States citizen or a non-citizen who can provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Be of good moral character.
• Possess the mental, physical, and medical health to perform job duties.

The selection process will include a physical agility test, oral interview, background check, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug screen.

Special Requirements

• Must obtain a N.C. Class "B" driver's license (non-CDL) after employment, if not already held.

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

City of Greenville

252-329-4492 Show more