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Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic

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BULLHEAD CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
1260 HANCOCK ROAD
BULLHEAD CITY, ARIZONA 86442
(928)758-3971
http://www.bullheadfire.org
 

Updated: July 24, 2025


 

 

Updated: July 23, 2025

Job Classification:  Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic

The Bullhead City Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter EMT and Firefighter Paramedic.  This position requires FireTEAM exam and a valid CPAT, and all applicable certifications.

Candidates must also fill out the department application, available at www.bullheadfire.org/employment.html.

Salary Information: 

Firefighter - $56,165 - $76,189, starting hourly pay rate $18.79

Paramedic Stipend: $15,000 paid at an hourly rate of $5.02

Benefit Information: 

ü  PSPRS Retirement System

ü  Health, Dental & Vision coverage (Full-time employees covered at 100%)

ü  Sick & Vacation: accrued bi-weekly

ü  Nationwide Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP)

ü  $25,000 Life/AD&D coverage

District and Area Overview: Bullhead City Fire Department serves a community of approximately 44,500 residents. We operate 6 Fire Stations providing fire protection, emergency medical services and community risk reduction. We are located in the northwest corner of the state where Arizona, Nevada and California meet, nestled along the banks of the Colorado River.

Application Process: In order for an applicant to be eligible for consideration to proceed through the assessment and selection process, it is the responsibility of the candidate to submit a complete application packet as listed below to Adrianne Kinsey by email akinsey@bullheadfire.org by 8/06/2025.

·         Submit completed Bullhead Fire Department Employment Application

·         Submit Current Resume

·         Submit copies of all required certifications

Application Deadline: August 6, 2025

 

Job Requirements

Age: 18

Citizenship Required: Lawfully work in U.S.

High School Grad/GED: Yes

Valid ARIZONA State Driver's License: Valid license in state of residency

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

Necessary Certifications:

·         IFSAC Firefighter I & II (or equivalent)

·         Valid National Registry or State of Arizona EMCT-Paramedic certification or

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    •      Candidates that have received a paramedic school completion certificate are eligible to test but will need National Registry and Arizona EMCT-Paramedic certificate if offered conditional job offer.

·         Current CPR Healthcare Provider certification

·         Current ACLS & PALS certifications (Paramedics only)

 

Selection Process:

·         Application and Resume

·         CPAT certification within previous 12 months

·         Passing score of FireTEAM entry level test within previous 12 months

·         Oral Board Interview

·         Fire Chief’s Interview

Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers: Convictions of a criminal offense will be reviewed thoroughly and can have a bearing on one’s employment.

Driving Disqualifiers: A current cancellation, expiration, refusal, revocation, suspension, or restriction that affects the applicant’s ability to drive on District business will be reviewed thoroughly and may have a bearing on one’s employment.

Drug Use Disqualifiers: This is a safety-sensitive position.

Employment Disqualifiers: Misrepresentation of any information on employment application or during the recruitment process may be an employment disqualifier.

Job Requirements

 


Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Lawfully work in US

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Valid license in state of residency

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Academy Certification:
Yes

Necessary Certifications:

  • IFSAC Firefighter I & II (or equivalency)
  • Valid National Registry or State of Arizona EMCT-EMT or EMCT-Paramedic certification
  • Current CPR Healthcare Provider certification
  • Paramedic’s only: ACLS & PALS



Selection Process:

  • Application and Resume
  • CPAT certification within previous 12 months
  • Passing score of FireTEAM entry level test within previous 12 months
  • Oral Board Interview
  • Fire Chief’s Interview



Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers:
Convictions of a criminal offense will be reviewed thoroughly and can have a bearing on one’s employment.

Driving Disqualifiers:
A current cancellation, expiration, refusal, revocation, suspension, or restriction that affects the applicant’s ability to drive on District business will be reviewed thoroughly and may have a bearing on one’s employment.

Drug Use Disqualifiers:
This is a safety-sensitive position.

Employment Disqualifiers:
Misrepresentation of any information on employment application or during the recruitment process may be an employment disqualifier.