Application Process: Paramedic/Firefighter
The DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department recruits qualified National Registry-Certified Paramedics to cross-train and serve as dual-role Paramedic/Firefighters.
Successful applicants will be required to maintain Paramedic certification for the duration of their employment with DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department.
All applicants to become a Paramedic/Firefighter must be National Registry-Certified Paramedics, take the Paramedic/Firefighter Entry-Level Examination, pass a physical abilities test, and pass psychological and medical examinations before being eligible to join a Firefighter Recruit Class at the DC Fire and EMS Department Training Academy.
Paramedic/Firefighter Entry-Level Examinations are administered by DC Fire and EMS Human Resources Division. Examinations dates are scheduled based on the number of qualified applicants.
The formal job announcement and online application for Paramedic/Firefighter positions are available on the DC Department of Human Resources website under"employment opportunities".
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