Firefighter Lateral/Paramedic Lateral

5 days ago

Frankfort, Kentucky, United States CITY OF FRANKFORT KY Full time

Are you a proven, confirmed Firefighter ready to advance your career? The City of Frankfort Fire Department is seeking experienced Firefighters to join our team.

We recognize experience. Here's what sets us apart:

  • Exceptional Retirement Kick-start in Year 1: 24% Employer Contribution to your 401k or 457 account during your first year.
  • Long-Term Retirement Security in Year 2 plus: Enrollment in the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA).
  • Financial Incentives:
    • Kentucky State Firefighter Incentive: $4,562 annually.
  • Paramedic Incentive (If Eligible): $8,800 annually.
  • Comprehensive Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with no or low employee premiums.
  • Generous Paid Leave: No waiting period for vacation, sick, and holiday paid leave.
  • Investment in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Flexibility: Trade time option available. Shifts with 24 hrs on and 48 hrs off.

The Position

Under general direction, you will perform essential public safety work involving the protection of life and property. This role requires responding to emergency incidents, performing fire suppression, providing high-level emergency medical care, and engaging in fire code enforcement, public education, and station maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Emergency Response: Operate fire apparatus and equipment to perform fire suppression, rescue, and essential public service functions.
  • Advanced Medical Care: Perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured, administering necessary medications, and following departmental SOPs/protocols. Must successfully complete yearly competency testing for high-risk procedures.
  • Technical Rescue: Respond to hazardous materials incidents and perform functions related to the level of certification (HAZ-MAT Operations and Technician Level).
  • Training & Mentoring: Attend all mandatory in-service training and mentor/evaluate other employees and students during probationary periods and internships.

This opportunity is specifically for experienced professionals. All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

Work Experience: Must have served and met all requirements as a Firefighter for 12 months and been confirmed.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky EMT Certification.

Specialized Certifications: Must possess and maintain HAZ-MAT Operations and Technician Level certifications.

Licensure: Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Driver's License.

Paramedic Eligibility: Successful candidates who achieve EMT-P status may be eligible for paramedic duties and the associated $8,800 Paramedic Incentive Pay.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Candidates must be physically able to perform strenuous and hazardous tasks under emergency conditions. The job requires stamina and mobility to work a minimum 24-hour shift and involves running, bending, stooping, climbing, and repetitive lifting of heavy objects while wearing protective clothing and equipment.

Interested candidates may contact the Fire Department at Applications will be accepted through December 19, 2025 or until the position is filled.

Candidates should submit a resume, Kentucky EMT certification, and a completed online job application.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is a condition of employment.

The City of Frankfort is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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