Lateral Firefighter Paramedic
Company: North Metro Fire Rescue District
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: April 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting: Lateral Firefighter Paramedic (Job 2026-00006)
Application Open: March 16, 2026 Application Deadline: April 16,
2026 Starting Salary (2026): $91,183 annually, DOQ Salary Range:
$91,183 - $128,118 Other Forms of Compensation: None Job Type:
Full-Time, non-exempt from the requirements of the Fair Labor
Standards Act. Start Date: August 3, 2026 Fire Academy Start Date:
August 10, 2026 North Metro Fire Rescue District is currently
accepting applications for the position of L ateral Firefighter
Paramedic . The District is actively recruiting paramedic-certified
applicants who will attend an abbreviated Fire Academy. Why Join
North Metro Fire? At North Metro Fire, our people are our greatest
strength. We are a team committed to professionalism, compassion,
and service. As an equal opportunity employer, we foster a
family-oriented culture that supports employee development,
wellness, and career growth. Apply today and join a dynamic,
high-performing team that serves with pride. Minimum
Qualifications: To be eligible for this position, applicants must
possess the following: * Current CPAT certification by final offer
date * Current State of Colorado Paramedic certification or
National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification * Meet the Lateral
Paramedic definition: * Candidates must be currently employed by a
fire service agency with a minimum of two (2) years' experience
with the agency and must complete all steps for hire as outlined
below. Candidates with over 10 years of fire service experience who
have been separated from fire service employment within the
previous three years may be considered a Lateral Hire at the
discretion of the Fire Chief. * The current agency must be similar
or larger than North Metro Fire in terms of size of district,
population served, and services provided. The agency must utilize
Fire-Based EMS that provides emergency transport. * Candidates will
be considered for lateral hire once they have demonstrated the
knowledge skills, and abilities of a step grade Firemedic II in
accordance with the position job description and district rules,
regulations, policies, and procedures. Position Summary: Under
direct supervision, Firefighter Paramedics participate in a wide
range of emergency and non-emergency services, including: * Fire
suppression * Technical rescue and hazardous materials response *
Emergency medical response * Equipment and facility inspections and
maintenance * Public education and community outreach * Ongoing
training and development This position requires successful
completion of the Fire Academy. Upon graduation, Firefighter
Paramedics are assigned to emergency response shifts as part of a
56-hour work week. Work Schedule: * Academy Schedule:
Monday-Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (additional hours as
required) * Operational Schedule (Post-Academy): 56-hour rotating
schedule, including 48 to 72 continuous hours Direct Reports: None
North Metro Fire Rescue offers an excellent benefits package: *
Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Long-term and short-term
disability coverage * Life insurance * Flexible Spending Plan *
Longevity pay * FPPA Defined Benefit Pension Plan * RHS account *
Tuition assistance * Wellness program and recreation center pass *
Onsite gym * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday leave See the
District's benefits summary for full details
(https://www.northmetrofire.org/306/Compensation-and-Benefits) .
Important Testing & Selection Dates ( Tentative; dates subject to
change. Testing with * is required to be in-person. Qualified
applicants will be notified of exact testing dates once available.
) * EMS Skills Assessment: Week of April 27, 2026 * * General
Assessment Center: April 27 - May 4, 2026 * * Chiefs' Interviews:
Week of May 18, 2026 * * Conditional Offers Extended: Week of May
18 - May 22, 2026 * Medical, Drug, METS, and Phobia Testing: Week
of May 26 - June 19, 2026 * * Background and Reference Checks: Week
of May 26 - June 19, 2026 * Firefighter Skills Testing: Week of
June 19, 2026 * * Final Job Offers: Week of June 29, 2026 * Hire
Date: August 3, 2026 * Academy Start Date: August 10, 2026
Tentative; dates subject to change. Testing with * is required to
be in-person. Qualified applicants will be notified of exact
testing dates once available.
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your best.PNG) The Equal Pay Act of 2021 requires North Metro Fire
Rescue to notify all current employees of a new or vacant position
that is a promotional opportunity. A "promotional opportunity"
exists when North Metro Fire Rescue has or anticipates a vacancy in
an existing or new position that could be considered a promotion
for one or more of its current employees in terms of compensation,
benefits, status, duties, or access to further advancement. This
position is covered by the North Metro Fire Rescue District Civil
Service Committee. The Firefighter/Paramedic, in accordance with
prehospital protocols and district policy, responds to medical
incidents and provides Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life
Support (BLS), and medical transportation services to patients.
Firefighter/Paramedics are responsible for providing patient care
both on-scene and en route to the hospital, which involves using
mobile computers, electronic patient care reporting (ePCR)
software, and mobile radios; interacting with patients and
performing physical examinations; communicating their examination
findings to the hospitals; setting up, operating/administering, and
monitoring medical equipment, including cardiac monitors,
intravenous solutions (IVs), ventilators, and defibrillators;
performing medication administration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(CPR), endotracheal intubation, and other advanced airway
procedures; applying splints, backboards, cervical collars, and
other stabilizing measures; completing patient care reporting and
transportation documentation; inventorying, requesting, and
stocking drugs and EMS supplies and equipment. As required by law
and in adherence to district policy, appropriately maintains
custody and documentation of any assigned controlled substances.
Participates in EMS-related programs and training, as well as other
district activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE: 1. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. As a
condition of continued employment during the Fire Academy, employee
must: 1. Possess a valid, unrestricted Colorado Driver's License.
2. Be able to maintain Paramedic certificate issued by the State of
Colorado. 3. Possess and maintain CPR certification. 4. Valid CPAT
certification. Will be achieved during the academy or through
reciprocity: 1. Possess and maintain a State of Colorado Fire
Fighter I certification, or higher. 2. Possess and maintain a State
of Colorado Hazardous Materials Operations Certification, or
higher. 3. All required certifications will be accomplished before
beginning any assignment within the Operations Division. Personnel
must serve a minimum of one year in all firefighter grades.
Firefighter IV personnel serve in probationary status for one year
from the date of graduating from the District's Fire Academy.
Successful completion of the initial probationary period as
described within the Firefighter Grades Promotional Process SOP
includes passing a written and practical examination and receiving
a satisfactory performance evaluation. Requirements : 1.
Firefighter Paramedics shall be required to attend and pass a Fire
Academy. The District will determine the length of the academy and
the subject matter covered. 2. Failure to successfully pass the
Fire Academy's tests, written and practical, will be cause for
termination. During the Fire Academy, a Firefighter Paramedic must
obtain an 80% or better score on the written exams and a "pass"
score on all practical exams to successfully pass an examination.
Specific evaluation information is included in the Fire Academy
Handbook. 3. Firefighter Paramedics must successfully pass a final
Fire Academy examination in accordance with the North Metro Fire
Rescue District Promotions SOP, as well as the Civil Service Rules
and Regulations, and the Employee Rules, Regulations and Benefits
Manual. Firefighter Paramedics Shall : 1. Obtain and maintain all
required certifications. Achieve and maintain all standards
pursuant to the policies and procedures of the Fire District and
the Fire Academy. When appropriate, Firefighters must teach subject
matter to others, or train others through explanation,
demonstration or practice. 2. Establish and maintain satisfactory
working relationships with the general public and co-workers,
communicating effectively both verbally and in writing. Firefighter
Paramedics must demonstrate the ability to make rapid and effective
decisions under stressful conditions. 3. Operate and maintain all
equipment, apparatus, and vehicles assigned. Keep accurate records
and reports as appropriate for the position. Successfully adapt to
the Fire Academy environment and consistently demonstrate the
ability to meet the physical demands of the profession. A
Firefighter Paramedic must perform under strenuous conditions and
must maintain Fire Academy physical fitness standards recognized
within the NMFRD Fitness SOP. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: -
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving
record for continued employment. New hires must, as a condition of
employment, pass the following applicable pre-offer and
post-offer/hire processes: oral board/s, reference checks,
background checks including criminal background check, sex-offender
registry, and driving record check. Compensation details:
91183-128118 Yearly Salary PIc075b0c871db-29400-40056937
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