Firefighter / Paramedic

OPENING DATE : November 24, 2025

CLOSING DATE : This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will take place on December 9th, and qualified candidates who apply prior to that date will receive priority consideration.

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the general supervision of the Fire Chief; responsible for responding to and rendering appropriate services to emergency situations. This position performs pre-hospital care, fire suppression activities, rescue, damage control, property preservation and fire and safety education. Performs with limited supervision through Standard Operating Guidelines or Procedures, established medical protocols, directives and medical director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Assist in the protection of life and property by performing firefighter duties, fire prevention and education, emergency rescue, emergency medical aid and hazardous materials handling.
• Perform to the requirement of the Standard Operating Guidelines and Procedures.
• Maintain fire and EMS equipment, fire and EMS apparatus and fire department facility.
• Participate and enforce City and State law, ordinances and codes.
• Participates in regular training with department staff.
• Maintain and achieve the benchmarks established by the medical director with Quality Improvement.
• Promote health and safety of the public through education and prevention.
• Attend training as directed.

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The City of Altoona retains the authority to change the job duties included in this job description at any time. The list of duties is not exhaustive and various requirements are subject to possible modification as a reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a background check and pass a medical examination which includes a drug and alcohol screening prior to beginning work.

The City of Altoona is located in Polk County, Iowa, about five miles from Des Moines, Iowa, and is home to approximately 20,000 residents. Altoona offers many large city amenities but with small town quality and convenience. Altoona hosts beautiful recreational trails, and parks, offers an abundance of shopping and restaurant opportunities, and our entertainment is renowned.

The City of Altoona is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.