Full-time Paramedic/Firefighter

City of Belfast

Employment Opportunity

Paramedic/Firefighter

The City of Belfast is accepting applications for the position of full-time Paramedic/Firefighter. This is a skilled Firefighting and EMS position consisting of EMS responsibilities, both Emergency and non-emergency, as well as combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires. This role involves responding to a wide range of fire suppression and medical emergencies to ensure the stability and safety of our community.

The successful candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and possess and maintain a valid State of Maine Class C operator's license. A Fire or EMS-related Associate Degree, and a Maine Paramedic license is preferred. Candidates with AEMT who are obtaining a Paramedic qualification are encouraged to apply. Additionally, a State of Maine Firefighter I/II certification is desired, including SCBA certification. Detailed job description with certification requirements is available on our website. Schedules include up to 24/hr rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and physical exam upon receiving a conditional offer.

The City offers a generous benefits package for full-time roles, including 14 paid holidays, Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance, Maine PERS Retirement, Vacation, Sick leave, and PTO. Base hourly rate for Firefighter/Paramedic - $28.39. Pay rates are dependent upon qualification level and experience.

All applications are to be submitted in confidence. A complete application should include a letter of introduction, a completed Belfast Employment Application form, which can be downloaded at cityofbelfast.org/jobs, and a resume. Applications must be received by the City Manager’s Office no later than 6:00 PM on Tuesday, July 21st, 2026.  Applications may be delivered by mail, e-mail, online, or in person to:

City of Belfast

Fire/EMS Staff Search

C/O Human Resources

131 Church Street

Belfast, Maine 04915

Or by email to: work@cityofbelfast.org

In compliance with Federal and State Equal Employment Opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status or the presence of non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

The City of Belfast is an equal opportunity employer.