Salary: $86,990.80 - $112,282.56 Annually
Location : Fire Station 1, 3750 Wooddale Avenue, St. Louis Park, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026R-36
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Summary

Responsible for protecting life and property from the hazards of fire and other emergencies. Apply fire suppression methods to control and stop property damage, save lives through rescue from fire or other hazardous environments, perform safety inspections, and provide public fire safety education. Respond to emergency calls and provide efficient and immediate care to the ill and injured. Respond to other types of call back emergencies and disasters that may occur in the community. May be required to assist neighboring communities as assigned.

Application requirements:Applicants are responsible for uploading documentation supporting all experience, certifications, training, education, and other qualifications for which they are requesting credit. Qualifications that cannot be verified from the application materials may not receive credit.

Estimated hiring timeline:
Written test and recorded virtual interview: October 9-19, 2026, with all online components due by 5:00 p.m. October 19
In-person interviews: November 9 and 10, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities

1. Respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls, extinguish or control fires, or other hazards as a member of a team, under the supervision of a superior officer within the chain of command.

• Select, drag, lift, and carry hose and nozzle depending on type and size of fire, and apply a stream of water or chemicals onto fire.
• Position, raise, and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to rescue individuals from burning structures and emergency situations.
• Create openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using an ax, sledgehammer, chisel, crowbar, battering ram, power saw, or power equipment.
• Protect property from water and smoke by use of positive or negative pressure ventilation, waterproof salvage covers, property removal, smoke ejectors and blowers.
• Administer emergency medical care to injured persons and those overcome by fire and smoke.
• Communicate during emergencies in a calm, descriptive, and articulate manner, using portable two-way radios or person to person voice communications.
• Wear and use appropriate protective clothing and equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

2. Conduct fire prevention inspections and pre-fire planning of commercial buildings as part of a team under the supervision of superior officer.

• Knowledgeable of fire and building codes to recognize possible violations.
• Inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
• Prepare and issue inspection forms to building owners/occupants listing fire code violations to be corrected.
• Participate in pre-fire planning of target hazards within the jurisdiction by inspecting, developing or updating building layout cards, and planning for possible future firefighting operations.
• Participate in public education demonstrations, expositions, and presentations.

3. Maintain fire apparatus, equipment, stations, and grounds as part of a team, following department procedures, under the supervision of a superior officer.

• Perform assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, stations, equipment, grounds and hydrants.
• Conduct tests on equipment as required.
• Maintain appropriate maintenance records.

4. Attend regular and assigned training sessions to maintain and upgrade firefighting skills.

• Participate in drills, demonstrations and courses in hydraulics, pump operation and maintenance, emergency medical procedures, fire prevention, rescue techniques, and firefighting techniques.

5. Perform as driver/operator of fire apparatus under supervision of superior officer.?

• Drive and operate all fire fighting vehicles and all equipment in a safe and proper manner following department procedures and regulations.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment in safe operational condition according to department procedures.

6. Respond to emergency medical calls to provide efficient and immediate care for the ill and injured.

• When patients need extrication from entrapment, assess the extent of injury and give emergency care and protection to the entrapped patient and use the prescribed techniques and appliances for removing the patients safely.
• Assess the nature and extent of illness and injury and establish priority for appropriate emergency care.

7. Respond to emergency call backs when off-duty.

8. Work under the direction and supervision of superior officer responsible for the assigned shift. In emergency situations, work may involve considerable personal danger. Must be able to act without continuous supervision and exercise appropriate independent discretion.

• Must be able to concentrate during emergency situations while working quickly as a team member, under stress caused by emergencies, danger, or criticism.
• Must be able to work and live in a non-emergency setting for extended periods of time with people of diverse backgrounds in a manner that fosters teamwork, acceptance, and dignity of fellow employees.
• May provide work direction to other firefighters in special circumstances or assist in training of others as assigned.
• Must maintain work habits, personal manner, and appearance which command respect of associates and the public.

9. Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed, apparent, or assigned in accordance with fire department standard operating procedures.
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Firefighter II certification (NFPA 1001) (ProBoard/IFSAC).
• Hazardous Materials Responder - Operational Level certification (NFPA 472/1072) (ProBoard/IFSAC).
• Current Minnesota Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license (MNOEMS)and National Registry (NREMT) EMT certification.
• ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, & ICS-800.
• Valid driver's license.
• Be able to pass a background check, drug and physical test, psychological exam and physical ability test (PAT).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience as a paid-on call, volunteer, part time or full-time firefighter.
• Associate or bachelor's degree.
• Current Minnesota Paramedic certification license (MN OEMS) and National Registry (NREMT) Paramedic certification.
• HazMat Technician, technical rescue, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor, Fire Inspector, and/or Fire Investigator.
• Class B driver's license.
• Fire Apparatus Operator Course.
• Blue Card certified.
• Fluency in a language other than English.

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of your submitted application which must be filled out completely for consideration.
This position is eligible for a competitive benefits package.
01

Confirm that you meet all application-stage minimum qualifications identified in the current city-approved firefighter job description reflected in this job posting, and that you have provided all documentation required by the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that failure to meet or document a required minimum qualification by the established deadline may result in removal from the recruitment process.

• Yes
• No

03

How many total months of operational firefighting experience have you completed in a full-time/career firefighter position?
04

How many total months of operational firefighting experience have you completed in a part-time position where you were regularly scheduled in advance to staff a station or apparatus as part of an assigned crew?
05

How many total months of paid-on-call, volunteer, or other operational firefighting experience do you have that is not included in questions 3 or 4?
06

Are you currently serving in at least one operational firefighter position included in the experience reported above?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered No to Question 6, enter the month and year your most recent qualifying operational firefighter service ended.
08

I understand that each department and period of service reported above must be supported by my employment history, including department name, beginning and ending dates, employment status, and enough information to determine the staffing arrangement. I also understand that overlapping service periods will not be double counted.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you currently meet the paramedic desired qualification?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you successfully completed Fire Apparatus Operator / Driver-Operator training or certification?

• Yes
• No

11

What is the highest completed degree you hold as of the application deadline?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• None of the above

12

Do you hold documented Hazardous Materials Technician-level training or certification?

• Yes
• No

13

Which technician-level technical rescue disciplines have you successfully completed and can document? (Select all that apply)

• Rope Rescue Technician
• Confined Space Rescue Technician
• Trench Rescue Technician
• Structural Collapse Rescue Technician
• None of the above.

14

Do you hold Fire Officer I certification or a higher Fire Officer certification?

• Yes
• No

15

Do you hold Fire Instructor I certification or a higher Fire Instructor certification?

• Yes
• No

16

Do you hold a documented Fire Inspector certification or credential?

• Yes
• No

17

Do you hold a documented Fire Investigator certification or credential?

• Yes
• No

18

Do you currently meet the Class B driver's license desired qualification?

• Yes
• No

19

I certify that the information provided in my application and supplemental responses is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that application points are based on documented qualifications and experience, that unsupported claims may receive no credit, and that inaccurate or misleading information may affect my eligibility for consideration.

• Yes
• No

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• College or university
• City job notification email
• City newsletter
• City employee referral
• City website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Job fair or networking event
• Word of mouth
• Other

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