Paramedic/Firefighter

Position Description

Are you ready to take on a rewarding career that makes a real difference in your community?

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.

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

Per the Local 1275 contract, upon hire after January 1, 2026, 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.

Lateral Transfer Credit:

Eligible candidates may receive up to five (5) years of service credit based on qualifying continuous full-time experience in:

Paramedic Firefighter roles providing both 911 ALS transport and fire suppression (year-for-year credit)

ALS transport-only Paramedic roles (1 year credit for every 2 years served)

Fire suppression-only firefighter roles (1 year credit for every 2 years served)

A minimum of two (2) years of continuous service at each employer is required for eligibility. Applicable certifications and licensure requirements must be met at or before hire.

Anticipated Hiring Timeline:

• Application Review: Conducted weekly.
• Video Interviews: Conducted every two weeks.
• Final Interviews: November 4, November 19, December 8, and December 15.

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

Note: The listed salary information reflects 2026 wages.

Essential Functions

Qualifications

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’s 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.

Supplemental Information

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.

Full time Employee Benefits:

The City of Edina offers a competitive benefits package and uses a “cafeteria plan” model, which gives the employee a monthly sum of money and allows them the flexibility to choose how to spend it on the various benefits offered. All insurance coverage takes effect the 1st of the month following date of employment.

• Medical: 9 plans to choose from through Health Partners. All individual plans are fully covered and have leftover money towards other benefits. Family health insurance is also low cost and high quality.
• Dental: 2 plans to choose from through Health Partners depending on your dental needs.
• Vision: Supplemental Vision plan for glasses and contacts
• Long & Short-Term Disability: All full-time employees receive Long Term disability at no cost, with an option to purchase short term disability.
• Life insurance: All full-time employees receive a $20,000 Basic Life policy at no cost, with an additional buy up option.
• Retirement: All public employees are required by the State to participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). 6.5% of the employee's gross wage or salary is matched with a 7.5% contribution from the City. Some Police and Fire employees are mandated to participate in PERA at a rate of 11.8% of their gross wage or salary, matched by 17.70% contribution by the City. 457 Deferred Compensation plans are also available.
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Care plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential service for all employees and their families

Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays:

• Paid vacation is available to all regular full-time employees and begins with accruing 3.08 hours/paycheck (10 days per year). The amount increases as the years of service increase.

• Sick leave accrues at 3.69 hours/paycheck (12 days per year).

• Each regular full-time employee is eligible for 13 paid holidays during the year.

Part time & Seasonal Employee Benefits:

• Extended Part-time (30-39 hours/week year-round): Eligible for Health Insurance, 13 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

• Regular Part-time (20-29 hours/week year-round): Eligible for 6 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) Program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

• Flexible Part-time and Seasonal employees: Employees accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked and are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

*Individual benefits may vary slightly depending on the specific position, full or part-time status or union contract.